What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara to San Ysidro?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara to San Ysidro is to drive which costs $40 - $60 and takes 4h.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Barbara to San Ysidro?

The fastest way to get from Santa Barbara to San Ysidro is to drive which takes 4h and costs $40 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Santa Barbara and San Ysidro?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Barbara to San Ysidro. However, there are services departing from Santa Barbara Bus Stop and arriving at San Ysidro via Los Angeles Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Santa Barbara and San Ysidro?

No, there is no direct train from Santa Barbara to San Ysidro station. However, there are services departing from Santa Barbara and arriving at Beyer Blvd Station via Old Town Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 57m.

How far is it from Santa Barbara to San Ysidro?

The distance between Santa Barbara and San Ysidro is 235 miles. The road distance is 229.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Santa Barbara to San Ysidro without a car is to bus via Los Angeles which takes 6h 55m and costs $35 - $65.

How long does it take to get from Santa Barbara to San Ysidro?

It takes approximately 6h 55m to get from Santa Barbara to San Ysidro, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Barbara to San Ysidro bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Santa Barbara to San Ysidro train from?

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

Train or bus from Santa Barbara to San Ysidro?

The best way to get from Santa Barbara to San Ysidro is to bus via Los Angeles which takes 6h 55m and costs $35 - $65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $55 - $150 and takes 6h 57m.

Where does the Santa Barbara to San Ysidro bus arrive?

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

Where does the Santa Barbara to San Ysidro train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Santa Barbara to San Ysidro?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Barbara to San Ysidro is 229 miles. It takes approximately 4h to drive from Santa Barbara to San Ysidro.

Where can I stay near San Ysidro?

There are 1290+ hotels available in San Ysidro.

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There are 5 ways to get from Santa Barbara to San Ysidro by bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), train (Amtrak), car, plane, tram, or bus

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Bus via Los Angeles
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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 Los Angeles Union Station to San Ysidrobus Los Angeles
6h 55m
$38–61
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Santa Barbara to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain Pacific Surfliner
6h 57m
$59–143
Drive 227.8 mi
1. Drive from Santa Barbara to San Ysidrocar 227.8 mi
4h
$42–61
Fly, tram
1. Fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane SBA - SAN
2. Take the tram from City College Station to Beyer Blvd Stationtram
4h 13m
$80–242
Bus
1. Take the bus from Figueroa at Chapala to Pacific View Mallbus 80 / ...
2. Take the bus from Oxnard to San Ysidrobus Lxus 3103
10h 13m
$46–71

Santa Barbara to San Ysidro by bus

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Distance: 233.8 mi
Duration: 6h 55m

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

You can take a bus from Santa Barbara Bus Stop to San Ysidro via Los Angeles Union Station in around 6h 55m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Santa Barbara to San Diego Old Town Transportation Center every 4 hours. Tickets cost $55–130 and the journey takes 5h 55m.

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