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Two ways to Travel from Salinas to Santa Barbara

Composite routes from Salinas to Santa Barbara

Cheapest
3 h 50 min
Car
353 km.
from $19

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:
$140.33–$420.98

Train operators

Caltrain

Phone:
+1 800-660-4287
Website:
caltrain.com
Train from San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound to Millbrae
Ave. Duration:
56 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$8.93–$11.48

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Salinas to Santa
Ave. Duration:
6h 6m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$34.44–$140.33
Train from Salinas to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 33m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$11.48–$82.92
Bus from Salinas to Santa
Ave. Duration:
5h 55m
Frequency:
3 times a day

Bus operators

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Salinas to Santa
Ave. Duration:
4h 20m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$24.24–$89.30

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Salinas to Santa Barbara is to bus which costs $20.65 - $76.09 and takes 5h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Salinas to Santa Barbara is to drive which takes 3h 55m and costs $41.30 - $59.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Salinas and Santa Barbara?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Salinas and arriving at Santa Barbara. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Salinas and Santa Barbara?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Salinas and arriving at Santa Barbara. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 6m.

How far is it from Salinas to Santa Barbara?

The distance between Salinas and Santa Barbara is 395 km. The road distance is 372.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Salinas to Santa Barbara without a car is to bus which takes 5h 55m and costs $20.65 - $76.09 .

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

The bus from Salinas to Santa Barbara takes 5h 55m including transfers and departs three times a day.

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

Salinas to Santa Barbara bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Salinas station.

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

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

Train or bus from Salinas to Santa Barbara?

The best way to get from Salinas to Santa Barbara is to bus which takes 5h 55m and costs $20.65 - $76.09 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $29.35 - $119.57 and takes 6h 6m.

Where does the Salinas to Santa Barbara bus arrive?

Salinas to Santa Barbara bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Santa Barbara station.

Where does the Salinas to Santa Barbara train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Salinas to Santa Barbara?

Yes, the driving distance between Salinas to Santa Barbara is 373 km. It takes approximately 3h 55m to drive from Salinas to Santa Barbara.

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

Book your Salinas to Santa Barbara train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Salinas to Santa Barbara bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

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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