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How to Travel from

Watsonville 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:
$140.67–$422.02

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Oakland International Airport to Santa
Ave. Duration:
1h 12m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$153.46–$511.54

Train operators

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:
$34.53–$140.67
Train from San Jose to Oakland
Ave. Duration:
56 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$7.67–$76.73
Bus from Salinas to Santa
Ave. Duration:
5h 55m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Bus from Front to Diridon
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours

Bus operators

Groome Transportation

Phone:
+1 (334) 821-3399
Website:
groometransportation.com
Bus from Meridian Spur / Prunedale Park & Ride to SFO
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$62.66–$76.73

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:
$24.30–$89.52

Santa Cruz Metro

Phone:
+1 (831) 425-8600
Website:
scmtd.com/en/
Bus from E Beach & Marchant to Soquel
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.30–$8.31
Bus from Front to Diridon
Ave. Duration:
58 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.30–$8.31

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Watsonville to Santa Barbara is to bus which costs $22.83 - $81.52 and takes 7h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Watsonville to Santa Barbara is to drive which takes 4h 21m and costs $44.57 - $65.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Watsonville and Santa Barbara?

No, there is no direct bus from Watsonville to Santa Barbara. However, there are services departing from Rodriguez / Second and arriving at Santa Barbara via Salinas. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 48m.

How far is it from Watsonville to Santa Barbara?

The distance between Watsonville and Santa Barbara is 431 km. The road distance is 403.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Watsonville to Santa Barbara without a car is to bus which takes 7h 48m and costs $22.83 - $81.52 .

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

It takes approximately 7h 48m to get from Watsonville to Santa Barbara, including transfers.

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

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

Train, bus or fly from Watsonville to Santa Barbara?

The best way to get from Watsonville to Santa Barbara is to bus which takes 7h 48m and costs $22.83 - $81.52 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $31.52 - $130.43 and takes 7h 53m. There are no good options to fly between Watsonville to Santa Barbara.

Where does the Watsonville to Santa Barbara bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Watsonville to Santa Barbara?

Yes, the driving distance between Watsonville to Santa Barbara is 403 km. It takes approximately 4h 21m to drive from Watsonville 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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