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

From Lancaster to Santa Barbara by bus and train

To get from Lancaster to Santa Barbara in Los Angeles, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the AV LINE train from Lancaster Metrolink Station station to Downtown Burbank station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the PACIFIC SURFLINER train and finally take the 20 bus from Gutierrez & State station to Transit Center station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 5 hr 51 min. The ride fare is $12.00. The bus and train schedule from Lancaster may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Santa Barbara on the Moovit app.

351min$12.00
Train - AV LINE
AV LINE
Train - PACIFIC SURFLINERPACIFIC SURFLINER
Bus - 2020
Walk to Santa Barbara
Leaves from Lancaster Metrolink Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Lancaster
  • 2
    Train - AV LINE
    Wait for train
    AV LINE
    #216| L.A. Union Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Downtown Burbank
    109 min
  • 4
    Train - PACIFIC SURFLINERPACIFIC SURFLINER
    Wait for train
    PACIFIC SURFLINER
    San Luis Obispo
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Santa Barbara
    132 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Gutierrez & State
    ID 467
    420 yd • 5 min
  • 7
    Bus - 2020
    Wait for bus
    20
    Downtown SB
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Transit Center
    ID 4
    7 min
  • 9
    Walk to Santa Barbara
    Walk to
    Santa Barbara
    170 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Lancaster to Santa Barbara

The distance between Lancaster, Los Angeles and Santa Barbara, Los Angeles is approximately 159.06 mi, which can typically be travelled in 351 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Lancaster to Santa Barbara 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 Lancaster to Santa Barbara

To check the bus and train schedule from Lancaster to Santa Barbara using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Lancaster) and destination (Santa Barbara), 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 Lancaster to Santa Barbara?

    The fastest way takes 351 minutes, using Train line AV LINE, Train line PACIFIC SURFLINER, Bus line 20.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 5 hr 51 min.

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

    The AV LINE train line goes from Downtown Burbank station near Lancaster to Santa Barbara station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Santa Barbara station near Santa Barbara in Los Angeles.

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

    The total travel time between Lancaster and Santa Barbara in Los Angeles by train and bus is about 5 hr 51 min.

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

    Get on the AV LINE train from the Downtown Burbank station near Lancaster in Los Angeles.

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

    Get off the train at the Santa Barbara stop, which is closest to Santa Barbara in Los Angeles.

  • How much is the total train and bus fare from Lancaster to Santa Barbara?

    The ride from Lancaster to Santa Barbara costs $12.00.

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