How to get from Santa Barbara to Alhambra by bus and train?

By bus and train

To get from Santa Barbara to Alhambra in Los Angeles, take the PACIFIC SURFLINER train from Santa Barbara station to Union Station station. Next, take the 78 bus from Cesar Chavez Transit Pavilion station to Main / Garfield station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 22 min.

262min
Walk to train station
Train - PACIFIC SURFLINERPACIFIC SURFLINER
Bus - 7878
Walk to Alhambra
Leaves from Santa Barbara

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Santa Barbara
    1.02 mi • 21 min
  • 2
    Train - PACIFIC SURFLINERPACIFIC SURFLINER
    Wait for train
    PACIFIC SURFLINER
    San Diego
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Union Station
    ID 80214S
    173 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Cesar Chavez Transit Pavilion
    ID 3103
    300 yd • 4 min
  • 5
    Bus - 7878
    Wait for bus
    78
    Las Tunas - Live Oak
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Main / Garfield
    ID 1548
    36 min
  • 7
    Walk to Alhambra
    Walk to
    Alhambra
    60 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route by bus and train via PACIFIC SURFLINER, 70 and 260

To get from Santa Barbara to Alhambra in Los Angeles, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the PACIFIC SURFLINER train from Santa Barbara station to Union Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 70 bus and finally take the 260 bus from Atlantic / Harding station to Atlantic / Main station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 32 min.

272min
Walk to train station
Train - PACIFIC SURFLINERPACIFIC SURFLINER
Bus - 7070
Bus - 260260
Walk to Alhambra
Leaves from Santa Barbara

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Santa Barbara
    1.02 mi • 21 min
  • 2
    Train - PACIFIC SURFLINERPACIFIC SURFLINER
    Wait for train
    PACIFIC SURFLINER
    San Diego
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Union Station
    ID 80214S
    173 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Cesar Chavez Transit Pavilion
    ID 3103
    300 yd • 4 min
  • 5
    Bus - 7070
    Wait for bus
    70
    El Monte Station
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Atlantic / Harding
    ID 4706
    31 min
  • 7
    Bus - 260260
    Wait for bus
    260
    Pasadena Fair Oaks / Walnut
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Atlantic / Main
    ID 4707
    13 min
  • 9
    Walk to Alhambra
    Walk to
    Alhambra
    0.54 mi • 12 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Santa Barbara to Alhambra

The distance between Santa Barbara, Los Angeles and Alhambra, Los Angeles is approximately 111.4 mi, which can typically be travelled in 262 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Santa Barbara to Alhambra by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Los Angeles – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara is located at Santa Barbara, Los Angeles and the nearest public transit station is Figueroa at Chapala (MTD Transit Center).

Train stations close to Santa Barbara:

  • Santa Barbara

Bus stations close to Santa Barbara:

  • Figueroa at Chapala (MTD Transit Center)
  • Chapala & Anapamu
  • Transit Center

Public transit stations close to Alhambra, Los Angeles

Alhambra is located at Alhambra, Los Angeles and the nearest public transit station is Garfield / Main.

Bus stations close to Alhambra:

  • Garfield / Main
  • Garfield/Main
  • Garfield Ave & Main St

Related Routes

Alternative route by bus and train via PACIFIC SURFLINER, 70 and 260

To get from Santa Barbara to Alhambra in Los Angeles, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the PACIFIC SURFLINER train from Santa Barbara station to Union Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 70 bus and finally take the 260 bus from Atlantic / Harding station to Atlantic / Main station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 32 min.

272min
Walk to train station
Train - PACIFIC SURFLINERPACIFIC SURFLINER
Bus - 7070
Bus - 260260
Walk to Alhambra
Leaves from Santa Barbara

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Santa Barbara
    1.02 mi • 21 min
  • 2
    Train - PACIFIC SURFLINERPACIFIC SURFLINER
    Wait for train
    PACIFIC SURFLINER
    San Diego
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Union Station
    ID 80214S
    173 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Cesar Chavez Transit Pavilion
    ID 3103
    300 yd • 4 min
  • 5
    Bus - 7070
    Wait for bus
    70
    El Monte Station
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Atlantic / Harding
    ID 4706
    31 min
  • 7
    Bus - 260260
    Wait for bus
    260
    Pasadena Fair Oaks / Walnut
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Atlantic / Main
    ID 4707
    13 min
  • 9
    Walk to Alhambra
    Walk to
    Alhambra
    0.54 mi • 12 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Santa Barbara to Alhambra?

    The fastest way takes 262 minutes, using Bus line PACIFIC SURFLINER, Bus line 78.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Santa Barbara to Alhambra?

    The alternative route takes 272 minutes, using Bus line PACIFIC SURFLINER, Bus line 70, Bus line 260.

  • Is there a direct train between Santa Barbara and Alhambra in Los Angeles?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 4 hr 22 min.

  • Which train line goes from Santa Barbara to Alhambra in Los Angeles?

    The PACIFIC SURFLINER train line goes from Santa Barbara station near Santa Barbara to San Diego station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till San Diego station near Alhambra in Los Angeles

  • How long does it take to travel from Santa Barbara to Alhambra in Los Angeles by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Santa Barbara and Alhambra in Los Angeles by train and bus is about 4 hr 22 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Santa Barbara to get to Alhambra in Los Angeles?

    Get on the PACIFIC SURFLINER train from the Santa Barbara station near Santa Barbara in Los Angeles.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Santa Barbara and Alhambra in Los Angeles?

    Get off the train at the San Diego stop, which is closest to Alhambra in Los Angeles.

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