What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara to Tulare?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara to Tulare is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Barbara to Tulare?

The fastest way to get from Santa Barbara to Tulare is to drive which takes 3h 59m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Santa Barbara and Tulare?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Barbara to Tulare. However, there are services departing from Santa Barbara and arriving at Tulare Bus Stop via Bakersfield Train Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.

How far is it from Santa Barbara to Tulare?

The distance between Santa Barbara and Tulare is 222 miles. The road distance is 198.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Santa Barbara to Tulare without a car is to bus which takes 6h and costs $65 - $100.

How long does it take to get from Santa Barbara to Tulare?

It takes approximately 6h to get from Santa Barbara to Tulare, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Barbara to Tulare bus from?

Santa Barbara to Tulare bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Santa Barbara station.

Where does the Santa Barbara to Tulare bus arrive?

Santa Barbara to Tulare bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Bakersfield station.

Can I drive from Santa Barbara to Tulare?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Barbara to Tulare is 199 miles. It takes approximately 3h 59m to drive from Santa Barbara to Tulare.

How do I get a bus ticket from Santa Barbara to Tulare?

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Where can I stay near Tulare?

There are 78+ hotels available in Tulare.

Santa Barbara to Tulare - 3 ways to travel via bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Santa Barbara to Tulare by bus (Amtrak, Greyhound), car, or bus (Amtrak)

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Santa Barbara to Bakersfieldbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield Train Station to Tulare Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0831
6h
$65–96
Drive 197.6 mi
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1. Drive from Santa Barbara to Tularecar 197.6 mi
3h 59m
$37–53
Bus via Tulare
1. Take the bus from Santa Barbara to Bakersfieldbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield - 1821 18th St International to Tularebus 1
6h 30m
$83–119

Santa Barbara to Tulare by bus

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Distance: 220.8 mi
Duration: 6h

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

You can take a bus from Santa Barbara to Tulare Bus Stop via Bakersfield and Bakersfield Train Station in around 6h.

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