What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara to Old Town San Diego?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara to Old Town San Diego is to bus which costs $30 - $65 and takes 6h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Barbara to Old Town San Diego?

The fastest way to get from Santa Barbara to Old Town San Diego is to fly which takes 3h 9m and costs $75 - $230.

Is there a direct bus between Santa Barbara and Old Town San Diego?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Barbara to Old Town San Diego. However, there are services departing from Santa Barbara Bus Stop and arriving at San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop via Los Angeles Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Santa Barbara and Old Town San Diego?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Santa Barbara and arriving at San Diego Old Town Transportation Center. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 55m.

How far is it from Santa Barbara to Old Town San Diego?

The distance between Santa Barbara and Old Town San Diego is 209 miles. The road distance is 212.4 miles.

How do I travel from Santa Barbara to Old Town San Diego without a car?

The best way to get from Santa Barbara to Old Town San Diego without a car is to train which takes 5h 55m and costs $70 - $150.

How long does it take to get from Santa Barbara to Old Town San Diego?

It takes approximately 3h 9m to get from Santa Barbara to Old Town San Diego, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Barbara to Old Town San Diego bus from?

Santa Barbara to Old Town San Diego bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Santa Barbara Bus Stop station.

Where do I catch the Santa Barbara to Old Town San Diego train from?

Santa Barbara to Old Town San Diego train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Santa Barbara station.

Train, bus or fly from Santa Barbara to Old Town San Diego?

The best way to get from Santa Barbara to Old Town San Diego is to fly which takes 3h 9m and costs $75 - $230. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $70 - $150 and takes 5h 55m, you could also bus, which costs $30 - $65 and takes 6h 55m.

Where does the Santa Barbara to Old Town San Diego bus arrive?

Santa Barbara to Old Town San Diego bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Los Angeles Union Station.

Where does the Santa Barbara to Old Town San Diego train arrive?

Santa Barbara to Old Town San Diego train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Diego Old Town Transportation Center station.

Can I drive from Santa Barbara to Old Town San Diego?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Barbara to Old Town San Diego is 212 miles. It takes approximately 3h 43m to drive from Santa Barbara to Old Town San Diego.

How do I get a train ticket from Santa Barbara to Old Town San Diego?

Book your Santa Barbara to Old Town San Diego train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Santa Barbara to Old Town San Diego?

Book your Santa Barbara to Old Town San Diego bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Old Town San Diego?

There are 2176+ hotels available in Old Town San Diego.

Santa Barbara to Old Town San Diego - 4 ways to travel via train, plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Santa Barbara to Old Town San Diego by plane, train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane SBA - SAN
3h 9m
$76–222
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Santa Barbara Bus Stop to Los Angeles Union Stationbus FlixBus 2005
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to San Diego Greyhound Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0831
6h 55m
$35–64
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Santa Barbara to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain Pacific Surfliner
5h 55m
$70–150
Drive 211.2 mi
1. Drive from Santa Barbara to Old Town San Diegocar 211.2 mi
3h 43m
$39–56

Santa Barbara to Old Town San Diego by train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 207.6 mi
Duration: 3h 9m

What companies run services between Santa Barbara, CA, USA and Old Town San Diego, San Diego County, CA, USA?

Alaska Airlines, Inc. and Southwest Airlines fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to San Diego International Airport (SAN) 3 times a day. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Santa Barbara to San Diego Old Town Transportation Center every 4 hours. Tickets cost $70–150 and the journey takes 5h 55m.

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