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

The cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara to Whittier is to bus which costs $17 - $29 and takes 4h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Santa Barbara to Whittier is to drive which takes 2h 4m and costs $19 - $29.

Is there a direct bus between Santa Barbara and Whittier?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Barbara to Whittier. However, there are services departing from Santa Barbara Bus Stop and arriving at Philadelphia/Painter via Cesar Chavez Transit Pavilion and East L.A. College. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Santa Barbara and Whittier?

No, there is no direct train from Santa Barbara to Whittier station. However, there are services departing from Santa Barbara and arriving at Atlantic Station via Little Tokyo / Arts District Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.

How far is it from Santa Barbara to Whittier?

The distance between Santa Barbara and Whittier is 117 miles. The road distance is 109.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Santa Barbara to Whittier without a car is to train which takes 4h 18m and costs $35 - $75.

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

It takes approximately 4h 18m to get from Santa Barbara to Whittier, including transfers.

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

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

Where do I catch the Santa Barbara to Whittier train from?

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

Train or bus from Santa Barbara to Whittier?

The best way to get from Santa Barbara to Whittier is to train which takes 4h 18m and costs $35 - $75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $17 - $29 and takes 4h 29m.

Where does the Santa Barbara to Whittier bus arrive?

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

Where does the Santa Barbara to Whittier train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Santa Barbara to Whittier?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Barbara to Whittier is 110 miles. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Santa Barbara to Whittier.

Where can I stay near Whittier?

There are 1259+ hotels available in Whittier.

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Santa Barbara to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner / ...
4h 18m
$38–74
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Santa Barbara Bus Stop to Los Angeles Union Stationbus FlixBus 2005
2. Take the bus from East L.A. College to Philadelphia/Painterbus 10 Whittier Blvd
4h 29m
$17–28
Drive 108.9 mi
1. Drive from Santa Barbara to Whittiercar 108.9 mi
2h 4m
$20–29

Santa Barbara to Whittier by train, bus, and tram (Amtrak)

49Weekly Services

4h 18mAverage Duration

$38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 116.8 mi
Duration: 4h 18m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles every 4 hours. Tickets cost $30–70 and the journey takes 2h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Santa Barbara Bus Stop to Philadelphia/Painter via Los Angeles Union Station, Cesar Chavez Transit Pavilion, Atlantic / Floral, and East L.A. College in around 4h 29m.

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