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How to Travel from

Chicago to Santa Barbara Airport

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Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Santa
Ave. Duration:
7h 27m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$191.08–$828.01

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Santa
Ave. Duration:
7h 4m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$267.51–$433.11

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Santa
Ave. Duration:
7h 34m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$242.03–$764.32

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Midway International Airport to Santa
Ave. Duration:
7h 3m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$242.03–$598.71
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Santa
Ave. Duration:
7h 15m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$229.29–$560.50

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Chicago Union Station to Fullerton
Ave. Duration:
42h 44m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$203.82–$700.62
Train from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Goleta
Ave. Duration:
3h 45m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$19.11–$101.91

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Chicago Bus Station to St
Ave. Duration:
6h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$26.75–$191.08
Bus from St Louis Bus Station to Los
Ave. Duration:
39h 25m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$140.12–$828.01

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Los Angeles Downtown to Isla
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$12.74–$56.05

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago to Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Santa Barbara Airport (SBA) is to fly which costs $228.26 - $380.43 and takes 8h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago to Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)?

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Santa Barbara Airport (SBA) is to fly which takes 7h 48m and costs $206.52 - $521.74 .

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago station to Santa Barbara Airport (SBA). However, there are services departing from Chicago Bus Station and arriving at Santa Barbara Airport via St Louis Bus Station, Los Angeles Downtown and UCSB North Hall Inbound. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 3h.

Is there a direct train between Chicago and Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)?

No, there is no direct train from Chicago station to Santa Barbara Airport (SBA). However, there are services departing from Chicago Union Station and arriving at Goleta Amtrak via Fullerton Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 47h 29m.

How far is it from Chicago to Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)?

The distance between Chicago and Santa Barbara Airport (SBA) is 2922 km. The road distance is 3401.8 km.

How do I travel from Chicago to Santa Barbara Airport (SBA) without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago to Santa Barbara Airport (SBA) without a car is to train which takes 47h 29m and costs $184.78 - $652.17 .

How long does it take to get from Chicago to Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)?

It takes approximately 7h 48m to get from Chicago to Santa Barbara Airport (SBA), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Santa Barbara Airport (SBA) bus from?

Chicago to Santa Barbara Airport (SBA) bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Chicago Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Santa Barbara Airport (SBA) train from?

Chicago to Santa Barbara Airport (SBA) train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Chicago Union Station.

Train, bus or fly from Chicago to Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)?

The best way to get from Chicago to Santa Barbara Airport (SBA) is to fly which takes 7h 48m and costs $206.52 - $521.74 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $184.78 - $652.17 and takes 47h 29m, you could also bus, which costs $152.17 - $923.91 and takes 2 days 3h.

Where does the Chicago to Santa Barbara Airport (SBA) bus arrive?

Chicago to Santa Barbara Airport (SBA) bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at St Louis Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Chicago and Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)?

Santa Barbara Airport (SBA) is 2h behind Chicago. It is currently 04:02 in Chicago and 02:02 in Santa Barbara Airport (SBA).

Where does the Chicago to Santa Barbara Airport (SBA) train arrive?

Chicago to Santa Barbara Airport (SBA) train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Fullerton Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Chicago to Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Santa Barbara Airport (SBA) is 3402 km. It takes approximately 33h 1m to drive from Chicago to Santa Barbara Airport (SBA).

How do I get a train ticket from Chicago to Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)?

Book your Chicago to Santa Barbara Airport (SBA) train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)?

There are 184+ hotels available in Santa Barbara Airport (SBA). Prices start at $65.70 per night.
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