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

Santa Barbara to Lancaster - Bus Schedule

The 85X bus from Santa Barbara to Lancaster runs from 6:42 AM to 9:30 AM, with departures every 1 hr 20 min-1 hr 30 min. The trip takes about 5 hr 40 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Santa Barbara to Lancaster by bus and train

To get from Santa Barbara to Lancaster in Los Angeles, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 85X bus from Figueroa at Chapala (MTD Transit Center) station to Camarillo Metrolink Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the PACIFIC SURFLINER train and finally take the AV LINE train from Glendale Metrolink station to Lancaster Metrolink Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 5 hr 40 min. The bus and train schedule from Santa Barbara may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Lancaster on the Moovit app.

340min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 85X85X
Train - PACIFIC SURFLINERPACIFIC SURFLINER
Train - AV LINE
AV LINE
Leaves from Figueroa at Chapala (MTD Transit Center)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Figueroa at Chapala (MTD Transit Center)
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 85X85X
    Wait for bus
    85X
    Camarillo Metrolink Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Camarillo Metrolink Station
    76 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Camarillo Amtrak
    ID CML
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - PACIFIC SURFLINERPACIFIC SURFLINER
    Wait for train
    PACIFIC SURFLINER
    San Diego
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Glendale Amtrak
    ID GDL
    76 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Glendale Metrolink
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Train - AV LINE
    Wait for train
    AV LINE
    #211| Lancaster
  • 9
    Ride to train station Lancaster Metrolink Station
    Ride to train station
    Lancaster Metrolink Station
    120 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Santa Barbara to Lancaster

The distance between Santa Barbara, Los Angeles and Lancaster, Los Angeles is approximately 170.92 mi, which can typically be travelled in 340 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Santa Barbara to Lancaster by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Los Angeles – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Santa Barbara to Lancaster

To check the bus and train schedule from Santa Barbara to Lancaster using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Santa Barbara) and destination (Lancaster), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, 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 and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 340 minutes, using Bus line 85X, Train line PACIFIC SURFLINER, Train line AV LINE.

  • Is there a direct bus between Santa Barbara and Lancaster in Los Angeles?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 5 hr 40 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Santa Barbara to Lancaster in Los Angeles?

    The 85X bus line goes from Figueroa at Chapala (MTD Transit Center) station near Santa Barbara to Camarillo Metrolink Station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Camarillo Metrolink Station near Lancaster in Los Angeles.

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

    The total travel time between Santa Barbara and Lancaster in Los Angeles by bus and train is about 5 hr 40 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Santa Barbara to get to Lancaster in Los Angeles?

    Get on the 85X bus from the Figueroa at Chapala (MTD Transit Center) stop near Santa Barbara in Los Angeles.

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

    Get off the bus at the Camarillo Metrolink Station, which is closest to Lancaster in Los Angeles.

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