What is the cheapest way to get from UCSB Bus Loop to Santa Monica?

The cheapest way to get from UCSB Bus Loop to Santa Monica is to drive which costs $17 - $25 and takes 1h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from UCSB Bus Loop to Santa Monica?

The fastest way to get from UCSB Bus Loop to Santa Monica is to drive which takes 1h 55m and costs $17 - $25.

Is there a direct bus between UCSB Bus Loop and Santa Monica?

No, there is no direct bus from UCSB Bus Loop to Santa Monica. However, there are services departing from Santa Barbara Airport and arriving at Pico Wb & Lincoln Fs via LAX Terminal 6 Lower Level and LAX/Metro Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.

Is there a direct train between UCSB Bus Loop and Santa Monica?

No, there is no direct train from UCSB Bus Loop station to Santa Monica station. However, there are services departing from Goleta Station and arriving at Downtown Santa Monica Station via Union Station - Metro B & D Lines and 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro A & E Lines. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.

How far is it from UCSB Bus Loop to Santa Monica?

The distance between UCSB Bus Loop and Santa Monica is 119 miles. The road distance is 94.8 miles.

How do I travel from UCSB Bus Loop to Santa Monica without a car?

The best way to get from UCSB Bus Loop to Santa Monica without a car is to bus which takes 4h 14m and costs $70 - $90.

How long does it take to get from UCSB Bus Loop to Santa Monica?

It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from UCSB Bus Loop to Santa Monica, including transfers.

Where do I catch the UCSB Bus Loop to Santa Monica bus from?

UCSB Bus Loop to Santa Monica bus services, operated by Central Coast Shuttle, depart from Santa Barbara Airport station.

Where do I catch the UCSB Bus Loop to Santa Monica train from?

UCSB Bus Loop to Santa Monica train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Goleta Station.

Train or bus from UCSB Bus Loop to Santa Monica?

The best way to get from UCSB Bus Loop to Santa Monica is to bus which takes 4h 14m and costs $70 - $90. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $75 - $120 and takes 4h 16m.

Where does the UCSB Bus Loop to Santa Monica bus arrive?

UCSB Bus Loop to Santa Monica bus services, operated by Central Coast Shuttle, arrive at Los Angeles Airport, CA station.

Where does the UCSB Bus Loop to Santa Monica train arrive?

UCSB Bus Loop to Santa Monica train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from UCSB Bus Loop to Santa Monica?

Yes, the driving distance between UCSB Bus Loop to Santa Monica is 95 miles. It takes approximately 1h 55m to drive from UCSB Bus Loop to Santa Monica.

Where can I stay near Santa Monica?

There are 3213+ hotels available in Santa Monica.

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There are 5 ways to get from UCSB Bus Loop to Santa Monica by bus, train (Amtrak), car, plane, tram, or train

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Santa Barbara Airport to Los Angeles Airport, CAbus
4h 14m
$72–86
Drive 94.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from UCSB Bus Loop to Santa Monicacar 94.3 mi
1h 55m
$18–25
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Goleta Station to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner
4h 16m
$78–116
Fly, tram
1. Fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane SBA - LAX
2. Take the tram from Expo / Crenshaw E-Line Station to Downtown Santa Monica Stationtram
3h 21m
$304–510
Train, line 761 bus
1. Take the train from Santa Barbara to Van Nuystrain Pacific Surfliner / ...
2. Take the bus from Van Nuys / Keswick to Westwood / Weyburnbus 761 / ...
6h 16m
$48–82

UCSB Bus Loop to Santa Monica by bus and train

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Distance: 118.6 mi
Duration: 4h 14m

What companies run services between UCSB Bus Loop, CA, USA and Santa Monica, CA, USA?

Central Coast Shuttle operates a bus from Santa Barbara Airport to Los Angeles Airport, CA every 4 hours. Tickets cost $70–85 and the journey takes 2h 32m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Goleta Station to Los Angeles every 4 hours. Tickets cost $60–95 and the journey takes 3h 7m.

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