What is the cheapest way to get from Ventura, CA to Santa Barbara?

The cheapest way to get from Ventura, CA to Santa Barbara is to drive which costs $5 - $8 and takes 31 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Ventura, CA to Santa Barbara?

The fastest way to get from Ventura, CA to Santa Barbara is to drive which takes 31 min and costs $5 - $8.

Is there a direct bus between Ventura, CA and Santa Barbara?

No, there is no direct bus from Ventura, CA to Santa Barbara. However, there are services departing from Ventura, CA and arriving at Carrillo & Anacapa via Santa Barbara Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Ventura, CA and Santa Barbara?

No, there is no direct train from Ventura, CA to Santa Barbara. However, there are services departing from Ventura Amtrak and arriving at Santa Barbara via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 47 min.

How far is it from Ventura, CA to Santa Barbara?

The distance between Ventura, CA and Santa Barbara is 29 miles. The road distance is 29.3 miles.

How do I travel from Ventura, CA to Santa Barbara without a car?

The best way to get from Ventura, CA to Santa Barbara without a car is to train which takes 47 min and costs $20 - $35.

How long does it take to get from Ventura, CA to Santa Barbara?

It takes approximately 47 min to get from Ventura, CA to Santa Barbara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ventura, CA to Santa Barbara bus from?

Ventura, CA to Santa Barbara bus services, operated by Central Coast Shuttle, depart from Ventura, CA station.

Where do I catch the Ventura, CA to Santa Barbara train from?

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

Train or bus from Ventura, CA to Santa Barbara?

The best way to get from Ventura, CA to Santa Barbara is to train which takes 47 min and costs $20 - $35. Alternatively, you can bus and line 11 bus, which costs $55 - $70 and takes 2h 38m.

Where does the Ventura, CA to Santa Barbara bus arrive?

Ventura, CA to Santa Barbara bus services, operated by Central Coast Shuttle, arrive at Santa Barbara Airport station.

Where does the Ventura, CA to Santa Barbara train arrive?

Ventura, CA to Santa Barbara train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Santa Barbara station.

Can I drive from Ventura, CA to Santa Barbara?

Yes, the driving distance between Ventura, CA to Santa Barbara is 29 miles. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Ventura, CA to Santa Barbara.

Where can I stay near Santa Barbara?

There are 325+ hotels available in Santa Barbara.

Ventura, CA to Santa Barbara - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 11 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Ventura, CA to Santa Barbara by train (Amtrak), bus, car, or taxi

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Ventura Amtrak to Santa Barbaratrain Pacific Surfliner
47 min
$21–33
Drive 29.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ventura, CA to Santa Barbaracar 29.2 mi
31 min
$6–8
Bus, line 11 bus
1. Take the bus from Ventura, CA to Santa Barbara Airportbus
2. Take the bus from Santa Barbara Airport to Carrillo & Anacapabus 11
2h 38m
$55–68
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ventura, CA to Santa Barbarataxi 29.2 mi
31 min
$110–140

Ventura, CA to Santa Barbara by bus

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Distance: 29.3 mi
Duration: 47 min

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

Amtrak operates a train from Ventura Amtrak to Santa Barbara every 4 hours. Tickets cost $8–18 and the journey takes 43 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ventura, CA to Carrillo & Anacapa via Santa Barbara Airport in around 2h 38m.

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