What is the cheapest way to get from South Pasadena to Santa Barbara?

The cheapest way to get from South Pasadena to Santa Barbara is to bus via Atlantic / Floral which costs $18 - $30 and takes 4h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from South Pasadena to Santa Barbara?

The fastest way to get from South Pasadena to Santa Barbara is to drive which takes 1h 44m and costs $18 - $27.

Is there a direct bus between South Pasadena and Santa Barbara?

No, there is no direct bus from South Pasadena to Santa Barbara. However, there are services departing from Los Angeles and arriving at Santa Barbara via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.

Is there a direct train between South Pasadena and Santa Barbara?

No, there is no direct train from South Pasadena station to Santa Barbara. However, there are services departing from South Pasadena Station and arriving at Santa Barbara via Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 2m.

How far is it from South Pasadena to Santa Barbara?

The distance between South Pasadena and Santa Barbara is 113 miles. The road distance is 100 miles.

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

The best way to get from South Pasadena to Santa Barbara without a car is to bus which takes 3h 49m and costs .

How long does it take to get from South Pasadena to Santa Barbara?

It takes approximately 3h 49m to get from South Pasadena to Santa Barbara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the South Pasadena to Santa Barbara bus from?

South Pasadena to Santa Barbara bus services, operated by American Star Tours, depart from Los Angeles station.

Where do I catch the South Pasadena to Santa Barbara train from?

South Pasadena to Santa Barbara train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Los Angeles station.

Train or bus from South Pasadena to Santa Barbara?

The best way to get from South Pasadena to Santa Barbara is to bus which takes 3h 49m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $30 - $75 and takes 4h 2m.

Where does the South Pasadena to Santa Barbara bus arrive?

South Pasadena to Santa Barbara bus services, operated by American Star Tours, arrive at Santa Barbara station.

Where does the South Pasadena to Santa Barbara train arrive?

South Pasadena to Santa Barbara train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Santa Barbara station.

Can I drive from South Pasadena to Santa Barbara?

Yes, the driving distance between South Pasadena to Santa Barbara is 100 miles. It takes approximately 1h 44m to drive from South Pasadena to Santa Barbara.

Where can I stay near Santa Barbara?

There are 253+ hotels available in Santa Barbara.

South Pasadena to Santa Barbara - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from South Pasadena to Santa Barbara by bus, train (Amtrak), car, or bus (Flixbus)

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles to Santa Barbarabus Ans 6238
3h 49m
Drive 99.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from South Pasadena to Santa Barbaracar 99.4 mi
1h 44m
$19–27
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to Santa Barbaratrain Pacific Surfliner / ...
4h 2m
$32–72
Bus via Atlantic / Floral
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Santa Barbara Bus Stopbus FlixBus 2005
4h 12m
$19–30

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Distance: 112 mi
Duration: 3h 49m

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

American Star Tours operates a bus from Los Angeles to Santa Barbara twice a week, and the journey takes 2h 30m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Los Angeles to Santa Barbara every 4 hours. Tickets cost $30–70 and the journey takes 2h 43m.

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