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

The cheapest way to get from Ventura to Santa Barbara is to drive which costs $5 - $8 and takes 29 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Ventura to Santa Barbara is to drive which takes 29 min and costs $5 - $8.

Is there a direct bus between Ventura and Santa Barbara?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Santa Clara and Oak WB and arriving at Figueroa at Chapala. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Ventura and Santa Barbara?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ventura Amtrak and arriving at Santa Barbara. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 43 min.

How far is it from Ventura to Santa Barbara?

The distance between Ventura and Santa Barbara is 27 miles. The road distance is 27.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ventura to Santa Barbara without a car is to train which takes 43 min and costs $8 - $18.

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

The train from Ventura Amtrak to Santa Barbara takes 43 min including transfers and departs every four hours.

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

Ventura to Santa Barbara bus services, operated by Ventura County Transportation Commission, depart from Santa Clara and Oak WB station.

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

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

Train or bus from Ventura to Santa Barbara?

The best way to get from Ventura to Santa Barbara is to train which takes 43 min and costs $8 - $18. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $9 - $14 and takes 1h 2m.

Where does the Ventura to Santa Barbara bus arrive?

Ventura to Santa Barbara bus services, operated by Ventura County Transportation Commission, arrive at Figueroa at Chapala station.

Where does the Ventura to Santa Barbara train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ventura to Santa Barbara?

Yes, the driving distance between Ventura to Santa Barbara is 28 miles. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from Ventura to Santa Barbara.

How do I get a train ticket from Ventura to Santa Barbara?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Ventura to Santa Barbara?

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Where can I stay near Santa Barbara?

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Ventura Amtrak to Santa Barbaratrain Pacific Surfliner
43 min
$8–18
Drive 27.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ventura to Santa Barbaracar 27.4 mi
29 min
$5–8
Bus
1. Take the bus from Santa Clara and Oak WB to Figueroa at Chapalabus 88 / ...
1h 2m
$9–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ventura to Santa Barbarataxi 27.4 mi
29 min
$100–130

Ventura to Santa Barbara by train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 26.5 mi
Duration: 43 min

What companies run services between Ventura, Ventura County, 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, Ventura County Transportation Commission operates a bus from Santa Clara and Oak WB to Figueroa at Chapala hourly. Tickets cost $1–4 and the journey takes 1h 2m. Amtrak also services this route once daily.

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