What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara to Universal Studios, Hollywood?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara to Universal Studios, Hollywood is to bus and train which costs $11 - $19 and takes 5h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Barbara to Universal Studios, Hollywood?

The fastest way to get from Santa Barbara to Universal Studios, Hollywood is to drive which takes 1h 31m and costs $15 - $23.

Is there a direct bus between Santa Barbara and Universal Studios, Hollywood?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Barbara to Universal Studios, Hollywood station. However, there are services departing from Santa Barbara Bus Stop and arriving at Los Angeles Union Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Santa Barbara and Universal Studios, Hollywood?

No, there is no direct train from Santa Barbara to Universal Studios, Hollywood. However, there are services departing from Santa Barbara and arriving at Burbank via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 22m.

How far is it from Santa Barbara to Universal Studios, Hollywood?

The distance between Santa Barbara and Universal Studios, Hollywood is 110 miles. The road distance is 86.3 miles.

Where do I catch the Santa Barbara to Universal Studios, Hollywood bus from?

Santa Barbara to Universal Studios, Hollywood bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Santa Barbara Bus Stop station.

Where do I catch the Santa Barbara to Universal Studios, Hollywood train from?

Santa Barbara to Universal Studios, Hollywood train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Santa Barbara station.

Train or bus from Santa Barbara to Universal Studios, Hollywood?

The best way to get from Santa Barbara to Universal Studios, Hollywood is to bus which takes 3h 22m and costs $17 - $28. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $29 - $65 and takes 3h 22m.

Where does the Santa Barbara to Universal Studios, Hollywood bus arrive?

Santa Barbara to Universal Studios, Hollywood bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Los Angeles Union Station.

Where does the Santa Barbara to Universal Studios, Hollywood train arrive?

Santa Barbara to Universal Studios, Hollywood train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Burbank station.

Can I drive from Santa Barbara to Universal Studios, Hollywood?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Barbara to Universal Studios, Hollywood is 86 miles. It takes approximately 1h 31m to drive from Santa Barbara to Universal Studios, Hollywood.

Where can I stay near Universal Studios, Hollywood?

There are 3222+ hotels available in Universal Studios, Hollywood.

Santa Barbara to Universal Studios, Hollywood

Q: How long does it take to get from Santa Barbara to Universal Studios, Hollywood?

It takes approximately 3h 22m to get from Santa Barbara to Universal Studios, Hollywood, including transfers.

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There are 5 ways to get from Santa Barbara to Universal Studios, Hollywood by bus (Flixbus), train (Amtrak), car, bus, or train

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Bus (Flixbus)
best
1. Take the bus from Santa Barbara Bus Stop to Los Angeles Union Stationbus FlixBus 2005
3h 22m
$17–27
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Figueroa at Chapala to Camarillo stationbus 80 / ...
2. Take the train from Camarillo to Burbank Airport - Southtrain VC Line
5h 3m
$12–19
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Santa Barbara to Burbanktrain Pacific Surfliner
3h 22m
$30–63
Drive 85.8 mi
1. Drive from Santa Barbara to Universal Studios, Hollywoodcar 85.8 mi
1h 31m
$16–23
Train via Union Station - Metro B & D Lines (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Santa Barbara to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner / ...
3h 50m
$35–70

Santa Barbara to Universal Studios, Hollywood by bus, train, and foot

19Weekly Services

5h 3mAverage Duration

$12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 109.2 mi
Duration: 3h 22m

What companies run services between Santa Barbara, CA, USA and Universal Studios, Hollywood, CA, USA?

Flixbus USA operates a bus from Santa Barbara Bus Stop to Los Angeles Union Station 4 times a week. Tickets cost $15–26 and the journey takes 2h 25m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Santa Barbara to Burbank twice daily. Tickets cost $29–65 and the journey takes 2h 28m.

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