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How to get fromSanta Barbara to Santa Cruz Islandby train, ferry, or bus

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There are 2 ways to get from Santa Barbara to Santa Cruz Island by train, ferry, or bus

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  1. Train, ferry

    best
    1. Take the train from Santa Barbara to Oxnardtrain train Pacific Surfliner / ...
    2. Take the ferry from Ventura Harbor to Santa Cruz Islandferry ferry
    3h 39m
    $87–129

  2. Bus, ferry

    cheapest
    1. Take the bus from Figueroa at Chapala to Pacific View Mallbus bus 80 / ...
    2. Take the ferry from Ventura Harbor to Santa Cruz Islandferry ferry
    3h 40m
    $56–78

Questions & Answers

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  • Distance: 67 mi
  • Duration: 3h 39m

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

There is no direct connection from Santa Barbara to Santa Cruz Island. However, you can take the train to Oxnard, take the taxi to Ventura Harbor, then take the ferry to Santa Cruz Island. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Figueroa at Chapala to Santa Cruz Island via Pacific View Mall and Ventura Harbor in around 3h 40m.

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