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How to Travel from

Santa Clara to Santa Barbara

by Rideshare, Route or Car

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Transport providers

Airlines

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport to Los
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$59.78–$217.39

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from San Francisco International Airport to Santa
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$119.57–$358.70

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Website:
alaskaair.com/
Plane from Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport to Los
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$92.39–$336.96

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Oakland International Airport to Santa
Ave. Duration:
1h 12m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$130.43–$434.78
Plane from Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport to Los
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$103.26–$217.39

Train operators

Caltrain

Phone:
+1 800-660-4287
Website:
caltrain.com
Train from Santa Clara Caltrain Northbound to Millbrae
Ave. Duration:
49 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$7.07–$9.24
Train from Santa Clara Caltrain Northbound to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$8.70–$11.96

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from San Jose to Santa
Ave. Duration:
7h 46m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$35.87–$130.43
Train from Santa Clara Amtrak to Oakland
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$6.52–$65.22
Bus from San Jose to Santa
Ave. Duration:
6h 55m
Frequency:
3 times a day

Bus operators

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from San Jose to Santa
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$25.00–$86.96
Bus from San Francisco to Santa
Ave. Duration:
6h 40m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$28.26–$97.83

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:
$65.22–$81.52

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Santa Clara to Santa Barbara is to bus which costs $25 - $92.39 and takes 8h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Santa Clara to Santa Barbara is to train and fly which takes 4h 17m and costs $130.43 - $500 .

Is there a direct bus between Santa Clara and Santa Barbara?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Clara to Santa Barbara. However, there are services departing from El Camino & Jefferson and arriving at Santa Barbara via Santa Clara & 1st and San Jose. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Santa Clara and Santa Barbara?

No, there is no direct train from Santa Clara to Santa Barbara. However, there are services departing from Santa Clara Caltrain Southbound and arriving at Santa Barbara via San Jose. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 52m.

How far is it from Santa Clara to Santa Barbara?

The distance between Santa Clara and Santa Barbara is 489 km. The road distance is 475.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Santa Clara to Santa Barbara without a car is to bus which takes 8h 26m and costs $25 - $92.39 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 20m to get from Santa Clara to Santa Barbara, including transfers.

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

Santa Clara to Santa Barbara bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Jose station.

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

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

Train or bus from Santa Clara to Santa Barbara?

The best way to get from Santa Clara to Santa Barbara is to bus which takes 8h 26m and costs $25 - $92.39 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $38.04 - $184.78 and takes 8h 52m.

Where does the Santa Clara to Santa Barbara bus arrive?

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

Where does the Santa Clara to Santa Barbara train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Santa Clara to Santa Barbara?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Clara to Santa Barbara is 475 km. It takes approximately 5h 3m to drive from Santa Clara to Santa Barbara.

How do I get a train ticket from Santa Clara 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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