What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara to Rancho Palos Verdes?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara to Rancho Palos Verdes is to bus and line 344 bus which costs $19 - $35 and takes 4h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Barbara to Rancho Palos Verdes?

The fastest way to get from Santa Barbara to Rancho Palos Verdes is to drive which takes 2h 8m and costs $20 - $30.

Is there a direct bus between Santa Barbara and Rancho Palos Verdes?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Barbara to Rancho Palos Verdes. However, there are services departing from Santa Barbara Bus Stop and arriving at Palos Verdes / Barkentine via Flower / 7th and Harbor Gateway Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 39m.

How far is it from Santa Barbara to Rancho Palos Verdes?

The distance between Santa Barbara and Rancho Palos Verdes is 130 miles. The road distance is 112.9 miles.

How do I travel from Santa Barbara to Rancho Palos Verdes without a car?

The best way to get from Santa Barbara to Rancho Palos Verdes without a car is to bus and line 344 bus which takes 4h 39m and costs $19 - $35.

How long does it take to get from Santa Barbara to Rancho Palos Verdes?

It takes approximately 4h 39m to get from Santa Barbara to Rancho Palos Verdes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Barbara to Rancho Palos Verdes bus from?

Santa Barbara to Rancho Palos Verdes bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Santa Barbara Bus Stop station.

Where does the Santa Barbara to Rancho Palos Verdes bus arrive?

Santa Barbara to Rancho Palos Verdes bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Los Angeles Union Station.

Can I drive from Santa Barbara to Rancho Palos Verdes?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Barbara to Rancho Palos Verdes is 113 miles. It takes approximately 2h 8m to drive from Santa Barbara to Rancho Palos Verdes.

Where can I stay near Rancho Palos Verdes?

There are 661+ hotels available in Rancho Palos Verdes.

Santa Barbara to Rancho Palos Verdes - 4 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Santa Barbara to Rancho Palos Verdes by bus (Flixbus), train, bus, or car

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Bus, line 344 bus
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1. Take the bus from Santa Barbara Bus Stop to Los Angeles Union Stationbus FlixBus 2005
2. Take the bus from Harbor Gateway Transit Center to Palos Verdes / Barkentinebus 344
4h 39m
$19–30
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Santa Barbara to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner / ...
2. Take the bus from Flower St & Pico Blvd to Crest Rd & Cresta Verde Drbus 448
5h 4m
$38–74
Drive 112.2 mi
1. Drive from Santa Barbara to Rancho Palos Verdescar 112.2 mi
2h 8m
$21–30
Train, line 344 bus
1. Take the train from Santa Barbara to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner / ...
2. Take the bus from Harbor Gateway Transit Center to Palos Verdes / Barkentinebus 344
5h 7m
$37–73

Santa Barbara to Rancho Palos Verdes by bus and subway

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4h 39mAverage Duration

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Distance: 129.1 mi
Duration: 4h 39m

What companies run services between Santa Barbara, CA, USA and Rancho Palos Verdes, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Santa Barbara Bus Stop to Palos Verdes / Barkentine via Los Angeles Union Station, Union Station - Metro B & D Lines, 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro B & D Lines, Flower / 7th, and Harbor Gateway Transit Center in around 4h 39m.

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