What is the cheapest way to get from Ventura to Vista?

The cheapest way to get from Ventura to Vista is to drive which costs $27 - $40 and takes 2h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ventura to Vista?

The fastest way to get from Ventura to Vista is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs $27 - $40.

Is there a direct train between Ventura and Vista?

No, there is no direct train from Ventura to Vista. However, there are services departing from Ventura Amtrak and arriving at Vista Transit Center via Oceanside Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.

How far is it from Ventura to Vista?

The distance between Ventura and Vista is 173 miles. The road distance is 160.3 miles.

How do I travel from Ventura to Vista without a car?

The best way to get from Ventura to Vista without a car is to train which takes 5h 10m and costs $90 - $150.

How long does it take to get from Ventura to Vista?

It takes approximately 5h 10m to get from Ventura to Vista, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ventura to Vista bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ventura to Vista train from?

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

Train or bus from Ventura to Vista?

The best way to get from Ventura to Vista is to train which takes 5h 10m and costs $90 - $150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $85 - $120 and takes 7h 10m.

Where does the Ventura to Vista bus arrive?

Ventura to Vista bus services, operated by Central Coast Shuttle, arrive at Los Angeles Airport, CA station.

Where does the Ventura to Vista train arrive?

Ventura to Vista train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Oceanside station.

Can I drive from Ventura to Vista?

Yes, the driving distance between Ventura to Vista is 160 miles. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Ventura to Vista.

Where can I stay near Vista?

There are 1026+ hotels available in Vista.

Ventura to Vista - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Ventura and Vista?

No, there is no direct bus from Ventura to Vista. However, there are services departing from Ventura, CA and arriving at Vista Transit Center Stall 5 via LAX Tom Bradley International Terminal, Los Angeles Downtown and Oceanside Transit Center Stall 10. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 10m.

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There are 3 ways to get from Ventura to Vista by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Ventura Amtrak to Oceansidetrain Pacific Surfliner
5h 10m
$91–144
Drive 159.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ventura to Vistacar 159.4 mi
2h 48m
$28–40
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ventura, CA to Los Angeles Airport, CAbus
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Downtown to Oceanside Transportation Centerbus FlixBus 2017
7h 10m
$86–115

Ventura to Vista by train and tram (Amtrak)

42Weekly Services

5h 10mAverage Duration

$91Cheapest Price

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Distance: 172 mi
Duration: 5h 10m

What companies run services between Ventura, Ventura County, CA, USA and Vista, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Ventura Amtrak to Oceanside every 4 hours. Tickets cost $85–140 and the journey takes 4h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ventura, CA to Vista Transit Center Stall 5 via LAX Tom Bradley International Terminal, Los Angeles Union Station, Los Angeles Downtown, Oceanside Transportation Center, and Oceanside Transit Center Stall 10 in around 7h 10m.

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