What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara to Pacific Palisades?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara to Pacific Palisades is to drive which costs $14 - $22 and takes 1h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Barbara to Pacific Palisades?

The fastest way to get from Santa Barbara to Pacific Palisades is to drive which takes 1h 40m and costs $14 - $22.

Is there a direct bus between Santa Barbara and Pacific Palisades?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Barbara to Pacific Palisades. However, there are services departing from Santa Barbara and arriving at Sunset / Via De La Paz via Gayley / Strathmore. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Santa Barbara and Pacific Palisades?

No, there is no direct train from Santa Barbara to Pacific Palisades station. However, there are services departing from Santa Barbara and arriving at Downtown Santa Monica Station via Union Station - Metro B & D Lines and 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro A & E Lines. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 48m.

How far is it from Santa Barbara to Pacific Palisades?

The distance between Santa Barbara and Pacific Palisades is 98 miles. The road distance is 82.3 miles.

How do I travel from Santa Barbara to Pacific Palisades without a car?

The best way to get from Santa Barbara to Pacific Palisades without a car is to bus which takes 2h 58m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Santa Barbara to Pacific Palisades?

It takes approximately 2h 58m to get from Santa Barbara to Pacific Palisades, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Barbara to Pacific Palisades bus from?

Santa Barbara to Pacific Palisades bus services, operated by American Star Tours, depart from Santa Barbara station.

Where do I catch the Santa Barbara to Pacific Palisades train from?

Santa Barbara to Pacific Palisades train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Santa Barbara station.

Train or bus from Santa Barbara to Pacific Palisades?

The best way to get from Santa Barbara to Pacific Palisades is to bus which takes 2h 58m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $35 - $75 and takes 4h 48m.

Where does the Santa Barbara to Pacific Palisades bus arrive?

Santa Barbara to Pacific Palisades bus services, operated by American Star Tours, arrive at Los Angeles UCLA station.

Where does the Santa Barbara to Pacific Palisades train arrive?

Santa Barbara to Pacific Palisades train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Santa Barbara to Pacific Palisades?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Barbara to Pacific Palisades is 82 miles. It takes approximately 1h 40m to drive from Santa Barbara to Pacific Palisades.

Where can I stay near Pacific Palisades?

There are 580+ hotels available in Pacific Palisades.

Santa Barbara to Pacific Palisades - 4 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Santa Barbara to Pacific Palisades by bus, train, car, or train (Amtrak)

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles UCLAbus Ans 6241
2h 58m
Drive 81.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Santa Barbara to Pacific Palisadescar 81.8 mi
1h 40m
$15–22
Train, line 761 bus
1. Take the train from Santa Barbara to Van Nuystrain Pacific Surfliner / ...
2. Take the bus from Van Nuys / Keswick to Westwood / Wilshirebus 761 / ...
4h 37m
$30–60
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Santa Barbara to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner / ...
4h 48m
$39–73

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Distance: 97.1 mi
Duration: 2h 58m

What companies run services between Santa Barbara, CA, USA and Pacific Palisades, CA, USA?

American Star Tours operates a bus from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles UCLA once daily, and the journey takes 2h. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles every 4 hours. Tickets cost $30–70 and the journey takes 2h 53m.

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