What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara to University of California, Riverside?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara to University of California, Riverside is to bus which costs $24 - $45 and takes 5h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Barbara to University of California, Riverside?

The fastest way to get from Santa Barbara to University of California, Riverside is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs $27 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Santa Barbara and University of California, Riverside?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Barbara to University of California, Riverside. However, there are services departing from Santa Barbara Bus Stop and arriving at Riverside via Los Angeles Downtown. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Santa Barbara and University of California, Riverside?

No, there is no direct train from Santa Barbara to University of California, Riverside. However, there are services departing from Santa Barbara and arriving at Riverside - Downtown via L.A. Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 57m.

Where do I catch the Santa Barbara to University of California, Riverside bus from?

Santa Barbara to University of California, Riverside bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Santa Barbara Bus Stop station.

Where do I catch the Santa Barbara to University of California, Riverside train from?

Santa Barbara to University of California, Riverside train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Santa Barbara station.

Train or bus from Santa Barbara to University of California, Riverside?

The best way to get from Santa Barbara to University of California, Riverside is to bus which takes 5h 30m and costs $24 - $45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $45 - $85 and takes 5h 57m.

How do I get a bus ticket from Santa Barbara to University of California, Riverside?

Book your Santa Barbara to University of California, Riverside bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near University of California, Riverside?

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Q: How far is it from Santa Barbara to University of California, Riverside?

The distance between Santa Barbara and University of California, Riverside is 165 miles. The road distance is 150.7 miles.

Q: How long does it take to get from Santa Barbara to University of California, Riverside?

It takes approximately 5h 30m to get from Santa Barbara to University of California, Riverside, including transfers.

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There are 3 ways to get from Santa Barbara to University of California, Riverside 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
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Downtown to Riversidebus FlixBus 2015 / ...
5h 30m
$25–42
Train
1. Take the train from Santa Barbara to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner / ...
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Riverside - Downtowntrain 91-PV Line / ...
5h 57m
$45–83
Drive 149.8 mi
1. Drive from Santa Barbara to University of California, Riversidecar 149.8 mi
2h 38m
$28–40

Santa Barbara to University of California, Riverside by bus and foot (Flixbus)

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Distance: 164.1 mi
Duration: 5h 30m

What companies run services between Santa Barbara, CA, USA and University of California, Riverside, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Santa Barbara Bus Stop to University of California, Riverside via Los Angeles Union Station, Los Angeles Downtown, and Riverside in around 5h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Santa Barbara to University of California, Riverside via Los Angeles, L.A. Union Station, Riverside - Downtown, Vine St. Mobility Hub, and UCR at Bannockburn Village in around 5h 57m.

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