What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara to Newport Coast?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara to Newport Coast is to drive which costs $23 - $35 and takes 2h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Barbara to Newport Coast?

The fastest way to get from Santa Barbara to Newport Coast is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Santa Barbara and Newport Coast?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Barbara to Newport Coast. However, there are services departing from Santa Barbara Bus Stop and arriving at Irvine via Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Santa Barbara and Newport Coast?

No, there is no direct train from Santa Barbara to Newport Coast. However, there are services departing from Santa Barbara and arriving at Irvine via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.

How far is it from Santa Barbara to Newport Coast?

The distance between Santa Barbara and Newport Coast is 159 miles. The road distance is 140.5 miles.

How do I travel from Santa Barbara to Newport Coast without a car?

The best way to get from Santa Barbara to Newport Coast without a car is to train which takes 4h 28m and costs $110 - $170.

How long does it take to get from Santa Barbara to Newport Coast?

It takes approximately 4h 28m to get from Santa Barbara to Newport Coast, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Barbara to Newport Coast bus from?

Santa Barbara to Newport Coast bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Santa Barbara Bus Stop station.

Where do I catch the Santa Barbara to Newport Coast train from?

Santa Barbara to Newport Coast train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Santa Barbara station.

Train or bus from Santa Barbara to Newport Coast?

The best way to get from Santa Barbara to Newport Coast is to train which takes 4h 28m and costs $110 - $170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 9m.

Where does the Santa Barbara to Newport Coast bus arrive?

Santa Barbara to Newport Coast bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Los Angeles Union Station.

Where does the Santa Barbara to Newport Coast train arrive?

Santa Barbara to Newport Coast train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Irvine station.

Can I drive from Santa Barbara to Newport Coast?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Barbara to Newport Coast is 141 miles. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Santa Barbara to Newport Coast.

Where can I stay near Newport Coast?

There are 1149+ hotels available in Newport Coast.

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There are 3 ways to get from Santa Barbara to Newport Coast by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus, Amtrak), or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Santa Barbara to Irvinetrain Pacific Surfliner
4h 28m
$116–169
Drive 139.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Santa Barbara to Newport Coastcar 139.7 mi
2h 26m
$24–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from Santa Barbara Bus Stop to Los Angeles Union Stationbus FlixBus 2005
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles to Irvinebus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
5h 9m

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Distance: 158 mi
Duration: 4h 28m

What companies run services between Santa Barbara, CA, USA and Newport Coast, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Santa Barbara to Irvine every 4 hours. Tickets cost $80–130 and the journey takes 4h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Santa Barbara Bus Stop to Newport Coast via Los Angeles Union Station, Los Angeles, and Irvine in around 5h 9m.

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