What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara to Playa Vista?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara to Playa Vista is to drive which costs $17 - $25 and takes 1h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Barbara to Playa Vista?

The fastest way to get from Santa Barbara to Playa Vista is to drive which takes 1h 39m and costs $17 - $25.

Is there a direct bus between Santa Barbara and Playa Vista?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Barbara to Playa Vista. However, there are services departing from Santa Barbara and arriving at Lincoln Sb & Jefferson Fs via Gayley Sb & Strathmore Fs and 4Th Sb & Santa Monica Place. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Santa Barbara and Playa Vista?

No, there is no direct train from Santa Barbara to Playa Vista. However, there are services departing from Santa Barbara and arriving at LAX / Metro Transit Center via Union Station - Metro A-Line and Willowbrook - Rosa Parks Station - Metro C-Line. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.

How far is it from Santa Barbara to Playa Vista?

The distance between Santa Barbara and Playa Vista is 101 miles. The road distance is 94 miles.

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

The best way to get from Santa Barbara to Playa Vista without a car is to bus which takes 3h 32m and costs $30 - $45.

How long does it take to get from Santa Barbara to Playa Vista?

It takes approximately 3h 32m to get from Santa Barbara to Playa Vista, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Barbara to Playa Vista bus from?

Santa Barbara to Playa Vista bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Santa Barbara station.

Where do I catch the Santa Barbara to Playa Vista train from?

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

Train or bus from Santa Barbara to Playa Vista?

The best way to get from Santa Barbara to Playa Vista is to bus which takes 3h 32m and costs $30 - $45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $35 - $75 and takes 4h 27m.

Where does the Santa Barbara to Playa Vista bus arrive?

Santa Barbara to Playa Vista bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Los Angeles UCLA station.

Where does the Santa Barbara to Playa Vista train arrive?

Santa Barbara to Playa Vista train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Santa Barbara to Playa Vista?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Barbara to Playa Vista is 94 miles. It takes approximately 1h 39m to drive from Santa Barbara to Playa Vista.

Where can I stay near Playa Vista?

There are 3058+ hotels available in Playa Vista.

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There are 5 ways to get from Santa Barbara to Playa Vista by bus, train (Amtrak), car, plane, or train

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles UCLAbus Ans 6241
3h 32m
$33–45
Drive 93.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Santa Barbara to Playa Vistacar 93.4 mi
1h 39m
$18–25
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Santa Barbara to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner / ...
4h 27m
$39–72
Fly, line 3 bus
1. Fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane SBA - LAX
2. Take the bus from LAX/Metro Transit Center to Lincoln Nb & Jefferson Fsbus
3h 30m
$342–505
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 / Weyburnbus 761 / ...
4h 36m
$30–59

Santa Barbara to Playa Vista by bus

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Distance: 100.4 mi
Duration: 3h 32m

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

Jefferson Lines operates a bus from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles UCLA once daily. Tickets cost $30–45 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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