How to get from Anaheim to Isla Vista by bus and train?

From Anaheim to Isla Vista by bus and train

To get from Anaheim to Isla Vista in Los Angeles, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the PACIFIC SURFLINER train from Anaheim-Artic Metrolink Station station to Goleta Amtrak station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 6 bus and finally take the 11 bus from Hollister & Wendy's station to UCSB North Hall Outbound station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 5 hr 8 min.

308min
Walk to train station
Train - PACIFIC SURFLINERPACIFIC SURFLINER
Bus - 66
Bus - 1111
Leaves from Anaheim-Artic Metrolink Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Anaheim-Artic Metrolink Station
    0.85 mi • 18 min
  • 2
    Train - PACIFIC SURFLINERPACIFIC SURFLINER
    Wait for train
    PACIFIC SURFLINER
    San Luis Obispo
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Goleta Amtrak
    239 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Hollister & LA Patera
    ID 755
    690 yd • 9 min
  • 5
    Bus - 66
    Wait for bus
    6
    Hollister/State, Downtown SB
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Hollister & Community Center
    ID 290
    5 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Hollister & Wendy's
    ID 269
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 1111
    Wait for bus
    11
    UCSB / Camino Real Marketplace
  • 9
    Ride to bus station UCSB North Hall Outbound
    Ride to bus station
    UCSB North Hall Outbound
    ID 42
    17 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Anaheim to Isla Vista by bus and train via PACIFIC SURFLINER, 33 and 11

To get from Anaheim to Isla Vista in Los Angeles, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the PACIFIC SURFLINER train from Anaheim-Artic Metrolink Station station to Santa Barbara station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 33 bus and finally take the 11 bus from Transit Center station to UCSB North Hall Outbound station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 5 hr 38 min.

338min
Walk to train station
Train - PACIFIC SURFLINERPACIFIC SURFLINER
Bus - 3333
Bus - 1111
Leaves from Anaheim-Artic Metrolink Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Anaheim-Artic Metrolink Station
    0.85 mi • 18 min
  • 2
    Train - PACIFIC SURFLINERPACIFIC SURFLINER
    Wait for train
    PACIFIC SURFLINER
    San Luis Obispo
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Santa Barbara
    225 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    State & Yanonali
    ID 493
    180 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Bus - 3333
    Wait for bus
    33
    Downtown / Waterfront
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Transit Center
    ID 4
    7 min
  • 7
    Bus - 1111
    Wait for bus
    11
    UCSB / Camino Real Marketplace
  • 8
    Ride to bus station UCSB North Hall Outbound
    Ride to bus station
    UCSB North Hall Outbound
    ID 42
    57 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Anaheim to Isla Vista

The distance between Anaheim, Los Angeles and Isla Vista, Los Angeles is approximately 149.3 mi, which can typically be travelled in 308 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Anaheim to Isla Vista 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 Anaheim

Anaheim is located at Anaheim, Los Angeles and the nearest public transit station is Katella-State College.

Train stations close to Anaheim:

  • Anaheim-Artic Metrolink Station
  • Orange Metrolink Station

Bus stations close to Anaheim:

  • Katella-State College
  • Katella Ns State College
  • State College-Katella

Public transit stations close to Isla Vista, Los Angeles

Isla Vista is located at Isla Vista, Los Angeles and the nearest public transit station is UCSB Bus Loop.

Train stations close to Isla Vista:

  • Goleta Amtrak

Bus stations close to Isla Vista:

  • UCSB Bus Loop
  • Isla Vista (Uc Santa Barbara)
  • UCSB North Hall Inbound

Related Routes

Alternative route from Anaheim to Isla Vista by bus and train via PACIFIC SURFLINER, 33 and 11

To get from Anaheim to Isla Vista in Los Angeles, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the PACIFIC SURFLINER train from Anaheim-Artic Metrolink Station station to Santa Barbara station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 33 bus and finally take the 11 bus from Transit Center station to UCSB North Hall Outbound station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 5 hr 38 min.

338min
Walk to train station
Train - PACIFIC SURFLINERPACIFIC SURFLINER
Bus - 3333
Bus - 1111
Leaves from Anaheim-Artic Metrolink Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Anaheim-Artic Metrolink Station
    0.85 mi • 18 min
  • 2
    Train - PACIFIC SURFLINERPACIFIC SURFLINER
    Wait for train
    PACIFIC SURFLINER
    San Luis Obispo
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Santa Barbara
    225 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    State & Yanonali
    ID 493
    180 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Bus - 3333
    Wait for bus
    33
    Downtown / Waterfront
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Transit Center
    ID 4
    7 min
  • 7
    Bus - 1111
    Wait for bus
    11
    UCSB / Camino Real Marketplace
  • 8
    Ride to bus station UCSB North Hall Outbound
    Ride to bus station
    UCSB North Hall Outbound
    ID 42
    57 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Anaheim to Isla Vista?

    The fastest way takes 308 minutes, using Bus line PACIFIC SURFLINER, Bus line 6, Bus line 11.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Anaheim to Isla Vista?

    The alternative route takes 338 minutes, using Bus line PACIFIC SURFLINER, Bus line 33, Bus line 11.

  • Is there a direct train between Anaheim and Isla Vista in Los Angeles?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 5 hr 8 min.

  • Which train line goes from Anaheim to Isla Vista in Los Angeles?

    The PACIFIC SURFLINER train line goes from Anaheim-Artic Metrolink Station station near Anaheim to San Luis Obispo station. From there you’ll have to take 2 bus lines till San Luis Obispo station near Isla Vista in Los Angeles

  • How long does it take to travel from Anaheim to Isla Vista in Los Angeles by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Anaheim and Isla Vista in Los Angeles by train and bus is about 5 hr 8 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Anaheim to get to Isla Vista in Los Angeles?

    Get on the PACIFIC SURFLINER train from the Anaheim-Artic Metrolink Station station near Anaheim in Los Angeles.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Anaheim and Isla Vista in Los Angeles?

    Get off the train at the San Luis Obispo stop, which is closest to Isla Vista in Los Angeles.

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