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Santa Barbara to San Marcos

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Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.60–$829.20

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
5h 59m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$229.62–$484.76
Plane from Los Angeles International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$54.85–$255.14

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$229.62–$472.00
Plane from Los Angeles International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
58 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.87–$433.73

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
3h 44m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.84–$535.79

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Santa Barbara to Oceanside
Ave. Duration:
5h 15m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$25.51–$114.81

San Diego Metro Transit

Phone:
+1 619-233-3004
Website:
sdmts.com
Bus from Broadway & 1st Av to Escondido
Ave. Duration:
1h 14m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.81–$5.87

Bus operators

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Santa Barbara Bus Stop to San
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$22.96–$89.30

LAX LINQ

Phone:
(323)-776-5467
Website:
laxlinq.com/
Bus from LAX Terminal 3 Lower Level pickup to 301
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$54.85–$70.16

Central Coast Shuttle

Phone:
+1 800-470-8818
Website:
centralcoastshuttle.com
Bus from Santa Barbara, CA to Los
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$76.54–$95.68

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara to San Marcos?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara to San Marcos is to drive which costs $34.78 - $51.09 and takes 3h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Barbara to San Marcos?

The fastest way to get from Santa Barbara to San Marcos is to drive which takes 3h 22m and costs $34.78 - $51.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Santa Barbara and San Marcos?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Barbara to San Marcos. However, there are services departing from Santa Barbara Bus Stop and arriving at Mission Rd & Pico Av via Broadway & 1st Av and Escondido Transit Center Stall 6. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Santa Barbara and San Marcos?

No, there is no direct train from Santa Barbara to San Marcos station. However, there are services departing from Santa Barbara and arriving at San Marcos Civic Center Station via Oceanside Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 17m.

How far is it from Santa Barbara to San Marcos?

The distance between Santa Barbara and San Marcos is 331 km. The road distance is 315.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Santa Barbara to San Marcos without a car is to train which takes 6h 17m and costs $25 - $108.70 .

How long does it take to get from Santa Barbara to San Marcos?

It takes approximately 6h 17m to get from Santa Barbara to San Marcos, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Barbara to San Marcos bus from?

Santa Barbara to San Marcos bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Santa Barbara Bus Stop station.

Where do I catch the Santa Barbara to San Marcos train from?

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

Train or bus from Santa Barbara to San Marcos?

The best way to get from Santa Barbara to San Marcos is to train which takes 6h 17m and costs $25 - $108.70 . Alternatively, you can bus via Los Angeles Airport (LAX), which costs $108.70 - $152.17 and takes 7h 14m.

Where does the Santa Barbara to San Marcos bus arrive?

Santa Barbara to San Marcos bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at San Diego station.

Where does the Santa Barbara to San Marcos train arrive?

Santa Barbara to San Marcos train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Oceanside station.

Can I drive from Santa Barbara to San Marcos?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Barbara to San Marcos is 316 km. It takes approximately 3h 22m to drive from Santa Barbara to San Marcos.

Where can I stay near San Marcos?

There are 927+ hotels available in San Marcos. Prices start at $51.09 per night.
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