What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara to Palmdale?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara to Palmdale is to drive which costs $20 - $29 and takes 2h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Barbara to Palmdale?

The fastest way to get from Santa Barbara to Palmdale is to drive which takes 2h 4m and costs $20 - $29.

Is there a direct bus between Santa Barbara and Palmdale?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Barbara to Palmdale. However, there are services departing from Santa Barbara and arriving at MetroLink/Sierra Hwy. via Carl's Jr./Inyo St.. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Santa Barbara and Palmdale?

No, there is no direct train from Santa Barbara to Palmdale station. However, there are services departing from Santa Barbara and arriving at Palmdale Station via Glendale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.

How far is it from Santa Barbara to Palmdale?

The distance between Santa Barbara and Palmdale is 162 miles. The road distance is 110.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Santa Barbara to Palmdale without a car is to train which takes 5h 25m and costs $40 - $80.

How long does it take to get from Santa Barbara to Palmdale?

It takes approximately 5h 25m to get from Santa Barbara to Palmdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Barbara to Palmdale bus from?

Santa Barbara to Palmdale bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Santa Barbara station.

Where do I catch the Santa Barbara to Palmdale train from?

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

Train or bus from Santa Barbara to Palmdale?

The best way to get from Santa Barbara to Palmdale is to train which takes 5h 25m and costs $40 - $80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $85 - $130 and takes 9h 13m.

Where does the Santa Barbara to Palmdale bus arrive?

Santa Barbara to Palmdale bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Mojave Amtrak Bus Stop station.

Where does the Santa Barbara to Palmdale train arrive?

Santa Barbara to Palmdale train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Glendale Amtrak station.

Can I drive from Santa Barbara to Palmdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Barbara to Palmdale is 110 miles. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Santa Barbara to Palmdale.

Where can I stay near Palmdale?

There are 67+ hotels available in Palmdale.

Santa Barbara to Palmdale - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Santa Barbara to Glendale Amtraktrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the train from Glendale to Palmdale Stationtrain AV Line
5h 25m
$42–79
Drive 109.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Santa Barbara to Palmdalecar 109.7 mi
2h 4m
$20–29
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Santa Barbara Bus Stop to Los Angeles Union Stationbus FlixBus 2005
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Palmdale Stationtrain AV Line
5h 27m
$25–39
Bus
1. Take the bus from Santa Barbara to Mojave Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Carl's Jr./Inyo St. to MetroLink/Sierra Hwy.bus 250 / ...
9h 13m
$87–124

Santa Barbara to Palmdale by train

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5h 25mAverage Duration

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Distance: 160.8 mi
Duration: 5h 25m

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

You can take a train from Santa Barbara to Palmdale Station via Glendale Amtrak and Glendale in around 5h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Santa Barbara to Palmdale Station via Carl's Jr./Inyo St., MetroLink/Sierra Hwy., and Lancaster in around 9h 13m.

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