What is the cheapest way to get from Sierra Madre to Santa Barbara?

The cheapest way to get from Sierra Madre to Santa Barbara is to line 70 bus and bus which costs $18 - $30 and takes 5h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sierra Madre to Santa Barbara?

The fastest way to get from Sierra Madre to Santa Barbara is to drive which takes 1h 48m and costs $19 - $28.

Is there a direct bus between Sierra Madre and Santa Barbara?

No, there is no direct bus from Sierra Madre to Santa Barbara. However, there are services departing from Baldwin / Sierra Madre and arriving at Santa Barbara Bus Stop via El Monte Station - Lower Level and Los Angeles Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Sierra Madre and Santa Barbara?

No, there is no direct train from Sierra Madre station to Santa Barbara. However, there are services departing from Sierra Madre Villa Station and arriving at Santa Barbara via Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 32m.

How far is it from Sierra Madre to Santa Barbara?

The distance between Sierra Madre and Santa Barbara is 120 miles. The road distance is 104.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sierra Madre to Santa Barbara without a car is to train which takes 4h 32m and costs $30 - $75.

How long does it take to get from Sierra Madre to Santa Barbara?

It takes approximately 4h 32m to get from Sierra Madre to Santa Barbara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sierra Madre to Santa Barbara bus from?

Sierra Madre to Santa Barbara bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from El Monte Station - Lower Level.

Where do I catch the Sierra Madre to Santa Barbara train from?

Sierra Madre to Santa Barbara train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Los Angeles station.

Train or bus from Sierra Madre to Santa Barbara?

The best way to get from Sierra Madre to Santa Barbara is to train which takes 4h 32m and costs $30 - $75. Alternatively, you can line 70 bus and bus, which costs $18 - $30 and takes 5h 2m.

Where does the Sierra Madre to Santa Barbara bus arrive?

Sierra Madre to Santa Barbara bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Cesar E Chavez / Vignes station.

Where does the Sierra Madre to Santa Barbara train arrive?

Sierra Madre to Santa Barbara train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Santa Barbara station.

Can I drive from Sierra Madre to Santa Barbara?

Yes, the driving distance between Sierra Madre to Santa Barbara is 105 miles. It takes approximately 1h 48m to drive from Sierra Madre to Santa Barbara.

Where can I stay near Santa Barbara?

There are 325+ hotels available in Santa Barbara.

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to Santa Barbaratrain Pacific Surfliner / ...
4h 32m
$34–74
Line 70 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from El Monte Station - Lower Level to Cesar E Chavez / Vignesbus 70
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Santa Barbara Bus Stopbus FlixBus 2005
5h 2m
$19–30
Drive 104 mi
1. Drive from Sierra Madre to Santa Barbaracar 104 mi
1h 48m
$19–28

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

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4h 32mAverage Duration

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Distance: 119.5 mi
Duration: 4h 32m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Los Angeles to Santa Barbara every 4 hours. Tickets cost $30–70 and the journey takes 2h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Baldwin / Sierra Madre to Santa Barbara Bus Stop via El Monte Station - Lower Level, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, and Los Angeles Union Station in around 5h 2m.

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