What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara to San Diego State University?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara to San Diego State University is to drive which costs $35 - $60 and takes 3h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Barbara to San Diego State University?

The fastest way to get from Santa Barbara to San Diego State University is to drive which takes 3h 49m and costs $35 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Santa Barbara and San Diego State University?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Barbara to San Diego State University. However, there are services departing from Santa Barbara Bus Stop and arriving at SDSU Transit Center via Los Angeles and Santa Fe Depot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Santa Barbara and San Diego State University?

No, there is no direct train from Santa Barbara to San Diego State University station. However, there are services departing from Santa Barbara and arriving at SDSU Station via Old Town Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 32m.

How far is it from Santa Barbara to San Diego State University?

The distance between Santa Barbara and San Diego State University is 237 miles. The road distance is 216.8 miles.

How long does it take to get from Santa Barbara to San Diego State University?

It takes approximately 6h 32m to get from Santa Barbara to San Diego State University, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Barbara to San Diego State University bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Santa Barbara to San Diego State University train from?

Santa Barbara to San Diego State University train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Santa Barbara station.

Train or bus from Santa Barbara to San Diego State University?

The best way to get from Santa Barbara to San Diego State University is to train which takes 6h 32m and costs $70 - $170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $55 - $90 and takes 7h 34m.

Where does the Santa Barbara to San Diego State University bus arrive?

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

Where does the Santa Barbara to San Diego State University train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Santa Barbara to San Diego State University?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Barbara to San Diego State University is 217 miles. It takes approximately 3h 49m to drive from Santa Barbara to San Diego State University.

Where can I stay near San Diego State University?

There are 2239+ hotels available in San Diego State University.

Santa Barbara to San Diego State University - 4 ways to travel via train

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There are 4 ways to get from Santa Barbara to San Diego State University by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus, Amtrak), car, plane, or tram

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Santa Barbara to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain Pacific Surfliner
6h 32m
$74–163
Drive 215.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Santa Barbara to San Diego State Universitycar 215.5 mi
3h 49m
$40–57
Bus
1. Take the bus from Santa Barbara Bus Stop to Los Angeles Union Stationbus FlixBus 2005
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles to San Diegobus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
7h 34m
$57–90
Fly, tram
1. Fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane SBA - SAN
2. Take the tram from Santa Fe Depot to SDSU Stationtram
3h 56m
$164–242

Santa Barbara to San Diego State University by train, tram, and foot (Amtrak)

42Weekly Services

6h 32mAverage Duration

$74Cheapest Price

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Distance: 235.4 mi
Duration: 6h 32m

What companies run services between Santa Barbara, CA, USA and San Diego State University, CA, USA?

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. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Santa Barbara Bus Stop to San Diego State University via Los Angeles Union Station, Los Angeles, San Diego, Santa Fe Depot, and SDSU Transit Center in around 7h 34m.

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