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5 h 11 min
474 km.
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Seven ways to Travel from Silicon Valley to Santa Barbara

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Cheapest
By car (474 km)
5 h 11 min
474 km.
from $26
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Rideshare
5 h 11 min
474 km.
from $18.03
Train, Plane (Caltrain to San Francisco International Airport)
3 h 59 min
401 km.
from $243.42
Train, Bus
8 h 29 min
402 km.
from $88.72
Train, Plane (Caltrain)
5 h 3 min
401 km.
from $10.87
Bus, Plane
6 h 43 min
401 km.
from $202.34

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:
$70.16–$255.14

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

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:
$108.43–$395.46

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Oakland International Airport to Santa
Ave. Duration:
1h 12m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$153.08–$510.27
Plane from Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport to Los
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$121.19–$255.14

Train operators

Caltrain

Phone:
+1 800-660-4287
Website:
caltrain.com
Train from Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound to Millbrae
Ave. Duration:
28 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$6.12–$7.65
Train from Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound to San
Ave. Duration:
49 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$8.29–$10.84

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:
$42.10–$153.08
Bus from San Jose to Santa
Ave. Duration:
6h 55m
Frequency:
3 times a day

BART

Phone:
+1-510-464-6000
Website:
bart.gov
Train from Embarcadero to Coliseum
Ave. Duration:
20 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.44–$4.59

Bus operators

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from San Francisco to Santa
Ave. Duration:
6h 40m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$33.17–$114.81
Bus from San Jose to Santa
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$29.34–$102.05

Central Coast Shuttle

Phone:
+1 800-470-8818
Email:
Website:
centralcoastshuttle.com
Bus from Los Angeles Airport, CA to Santa
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$76.54–$95.68

San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency

Phone:
+1 415.701.2311
Website:
sfmta.com
Train from King St & 4th St to Metro
Ave. Duration:
13 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Silicon Valley to Santa Barbara?

The cheapest way to get from Silicon Valley to Santa Barbara is to bus which costs $26.09 - $97.83 and takes 9h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Silicon Valley to Santa Barbara?

The fastest way to get from Silicon Valley to Santa Barbara is to Caltrain and fly which takes 3h 59m and costs $130.43 - $380.43 .

Is there a direct bus between Silicon Valley and Santa Barbara?

No, there is no direct bus from Silicon Valley to Santa Barbara. However, there are services departing from El Camino & Galvez and arriving at Santa Barbara via Santa Clara & 1st and San Jose. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Silicon Valley and Santa Barbara?

No, there is no direct train from Silicon Valley to Santa Barbara. However, there are services departing from Palo Alto Caltrain Southbound and arriving at Santa Barbara via San Jose. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 14m.

How far is it from Silicon Valley to Santa Barbara?

The distance between Silicon Valley and Santa Barbara is 466 km. The road distance is 493.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Silicon Valley to Santa Barbara without a car is to Caltrain and bus which takes 8h 29m and costs $34.78 - $108.70 .

How long does it take to get from Silicon Valley to Santa Barbara?

It takes approximately 3h 59m to get from Silicon Valley to Santa Barbara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Silicon Valley to Santa Barbara bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Silicon Valley to Santa Barbara train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Silicon Valley to Santa Barbara?

The best way to get from Silicon Valley to Santa Barbara is to train which takes 9h 14m and costs $40.22 - $141.30 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $26.09 - $97.83 and takes 9h 29m. There are no good options to fly between Silicon Valley to Santa Barbara.

Where does the Silicon Valley to Santa Barbara bus arrive?

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

Where does the Silicon Valley to Santa Barbara train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Silicon Valley to Santa Barbara?

Yes, the driving distance between Silicon Valley to Santa Barbara is 494 km. It takes approximately 5h 17m to drive from Silicon Valley to Santa Barbara.

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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