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How to get from Santa Barbara to Goleta Station by bus?

Santa Barbara to Goleta Station - Bus Schedule

The 12X bus from Santa Barbara to Goleta Station runs from 7:25 AM to 7:05 PM, with departures every 35 min-1 hr 10 min. The trip takes about 34 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Santa Barbara to Goleta Station by bus

Take one direct bus from Santa Barbara to Goleta Station in Goleta: take the 12X bus from Transit Center station to Hollister & La Patera station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 34 min. The ride fare is $1.75. The bus schedule from Santa Barbara may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Goleta Station on the Moovit app.

34min$1.75
Walk to bus station
Bus - 12X12X
Walk to Goleta Station
Leaves from Transit Center

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Transit Center
    ID 4
    170 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 12X12X
    Wait for bus
    12X
    Goleta Express / Camino Real Mktpl
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Hollister & La Patera
    ID 273
    24 min
  • 4
    Walk to Goleta Station
    Walk to
    Goleta Station
    660 yd • 8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Santa Barbara to Goleta Station

The distance between Santa Barbara and Goleta Station is approximately 9.36 mi, which can typically be travelled in 34 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Santa Barbara to Goleta Station by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Goleta – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Santa Barbara to Goleta Station

To check the bus schedule from Santa Barbara to Goleta Station using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Santa Barbara) and destination (Goleta Station), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus schedules.

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 34 minutes, using Bus line 12X.

  • Is there a direct bus between Santa Barbara and Goleta Station?

    Yes, there’s a direct bus going from Santa Barbara in Los Angeles to Goleta Station in Goleta in 34 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Santa Barbara to Goleta Station?

    The 12X bus line goes from Transit Center station near Santa Barbara in Los Angeles to Hollister & La Patera station near Goleta Station in Goleta.

  • How long does it take to travel from Santa Barbara to Goleta Station by bus?

    The total travel time between Santa Barbara and Goleta Station by bus is about 34 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Santa Barbara to get to Goleta Station?

    Get on the 12X bus from the Transit Center stop near Santa Barbara in Los Angeles.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Santa Barbara and Goleta Station?

    Get off the bus at the Hollister & La Patera stop, which is closest to Goleta Station.

  • When is the first train from Santa Barbara to Goleta Station?

    The first train from Santa Barbara in Los Angeles to Goleta Station in Goleta is Pacific Surfliner. It leaves the Santa Barbara station at 12:59 AM.

  • When is the first bus from Santa Barbara to Goleta Station?

    The first bus from Santa Barbara in Los Angeles to Goleta Station in Goleta is Goleta Express. It leaves the Transit Center stop at 11:05 PM.

  • How much is the bus fare from Santa Barbara to Goleta Station?

    The ride from Santa Barbara to Goleta Station costs $1.75.