What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara to Silver Lake?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara to Silver Lake is to drive which costs $16 - $25 and takes 1h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Barbara to Silver Lake?

The fastest way to get from Santa Barbara to Silver Lake is to drive which takes 1h 39m and costs $16 - $25.

Is there a direct bus between Santa Barbara and Silver Lake?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Barbara to Silver Lake. However, there are services departing from Santa Barbara Bus Stop and arriving at Sunset / Descanso via Patsaouras Transit Plaza at Union Station and Broadway / 7th. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Santa Barbara and Silver Lake?

No, there is no direct train from Santa Barbara to Silver Lake station. However, there are services departing from Santa Barbara and arriving at Vermont / Santa Monica Station via Union Station - Metro B & D Lines. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.

How far is it from Santa Barbara to Silver Lake?

The distance between Santa Barbara and Silver Lake is 105 miles. The road distance is 93.3 miles.

How do I travel from Santa Barbara to Silver Lake without a car?

The best way to get from Santa Barbara to Silver Lake without a car is to bus which takes 3h 15m and costs $17 - $35.

How long does it take to get from Santa Barbara to Silver Lake?

It takes approximately 3h 15m to get from Santa Barbara to Silver Lake, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Barbara to Silver Lake bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Santa Barbara to Silver Lake train from?

Santa Barbara to Silver Lake train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Santa Barbara station.

Train or bus from Santa Barbara to Silver Lake?

The best way to get from Santa Barbara to Silver Lake is to bus which takes 3h 15m and costs $17 - $35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $35 - $75 and takes 3h 26m.

Where does the Santa Barbara to Silver Lake bus arrive?

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

Where does the Santa Barbara to Silver Lake train arrive?

Santa Barbara to Silver Lake train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Santa Barbara to Silver Lake?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Barbara to Silver Lake is 93 miles. It takes approximately 1h 39m to drive from Santa Barbara to Silver Lake.

Where can I stay near Silver Lake?

There are 2694+ hotels available in Silver Lake.

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There are 3 ways to get from Santa Barbara to Silver Lake by bus (Flixbus), train (Amtrak), or car

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Bus (Flixbus)
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1. Take the bus from Santa Barbara Bus Stop to Los Angeles Union Stationbus FlixBus 2005
3h 15m
$17–30
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Santa Barbara to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner / ...
3h 26m
$37–72
Drive 92.8 mi
1. Drive from Santa Barbara to Silver Lakecar 92.8 mi
1h 39m
$17–25

Santa Barbara to Silver Lake by bus (Flixbus)

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Distance: 104.2 mi
Duration: 3h 15m

What companies run services between Santa Barbara, CA, USA and Silver Lake, CA, USA?

Flixbus USA operates a bus from Santa Barbara Bus Stop to Los Angeles Union Station 4 times a week. Tickets cost $15–25 and the journey takes 2h 25m. 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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