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How to Travel from

Merced to Santa Barbara

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Transport providers

Airlines

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from San Francisco International Airport to Santa
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$140.50–$421.50
Plane from Fresno Air Terminal Airport to Los
Ave. Duration:
1h 19m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$217.14–$459.82

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Sacramento International Airport to Santa
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$166.04–$562.00
Plane from Oakland International Airport to Santa
Ave. Duration:
1h 12m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$153.27–$510.91

Advanced Air, LLC

Website:
advancedaircharters.com/
Plane from Merced Municipal Airport to Hawthorne
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$140.50–$319.32

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Merced to Bakersfield
Ave. Duration:
3h 12m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$24.27–$114.95
Train from Merced to Martinez
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$16.60–$95.79
Train from Martinez to Santa
Ave. Duration:
10h 18m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$48.54–$178.82
Train from Merced to Richmond
Ave. Duration:
2h 31m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$19.16–$102.18
Train from Merced to Sacramento
Ave. Duration:
2h 16m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.60–$95.79
Train from Los Angeles to Santa
Ave. Duration:
2h 33m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$15.33–$95.79
Bus from Bakersfield to Santa
Ave. Duration:
3h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily

BART

Phone:
+1-510-464-6000
Website:
bart.gov
Train from Richmond to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 11m
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$12.13–$15.33

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Merced Bus Stop to Bakersfield
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$14.05–$127.73
Bus from Merced Bus Stop to Fresno
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$4.47–$76.64

Central Coast Shuttle

Phone:
+1 800-470-8818
Website:
centralcoastshuttle.com
Bus from Los Angeles Airport, CA to Santa
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$76.64–$95.79

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Merced to Santa Barbara is to drive which costs $54.35 - $81.52 and takes 5h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merced to Santa Barbara is to drive which takes 5h 14m and costs $54.35 - $81.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Merced and Santa Barbara?

No, there is no direct bus from Merced to Santa Barbara. However, there are services departing from Merced Bus Stop and arriving at Santa Barbara via Bakersfield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Merced and Santa Barbara?

No, there is no direct train from Merced to Santa Barbara. However, there are services departing from Merced and arriving at Santa Barbara via Martinez. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 23m.

How far is it from Merced to Santa Barbara?

The distance between Merced and Santa Barbara is 529 km. The road distance is 496.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Merced to Santa Barbara without a car is to train and bus which takes 7h 37m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 7h 37m to get from Merced to Santa Barbara, including transfers.

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

Merced to Santa Barbara bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Merced Bus Stop station.

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

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

Train or bus from Merced to Santa Barbara?

The best way to get from Merced to Santa Barbara is to train which takes 13h 23m and costs $54.35 - $239.13 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 10m.

Where does the Merced to Santa Barbara bus arrive?

Merced to Santa Barbara bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Bakersfield Train Station.

What is the time difference between Merced and Santa Barbara?

It is currently 21:48 at both, Merced and Santa Barbara.

Where does the Merced to Santa Barbara train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Merced to Santa Barbara?

Yes, the driving distance between Merced to Santa Barbara is 496 km. It takes approximately 5h 14m to drive from Merced to Santa Barbara.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Santa Barbara?

There are 201+ hotels available in Santa Barbara. Prices start at $56 per night.
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