How to get from Newport Beach to Santa Barbara by bus and train?

Newport Beach to Santa Barbara - Bus Schedule

The 55 bus from Newport Beach to Santa Barbara runs from 4:30 AM to 10:04 PM, with departures every 20-40 min. The trip takes about 5 hr 51 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Newport Beach to Santa Barbara by bus and train

To get from Newport Beach to Santa Barbara in Los Angeles, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 55 bus from Newport Center Drive-Granville station to Grand-Warner station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 59 bus and finally take the PACIFIC SURFLINER train from Santa Ana Station station to Santa Barbara station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 5 hr 51 min. The ride fare is $2.00. The bus and train schedule from Newport Beach may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Santa Barbara on the Moovit app.

351min$2.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - 5555
Bus - 5959
Train - PACIFIC SURFLINERPACIFIC SURFLINER
Walk to Santa Barbara
Leaves from Newport Center Drive-Granville

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Newport Center Drive-Granville
    ID 8347
    80 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 5555
    Wait for bus
    55
    Santa Ana - Flower and 6th
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Grand-Warner
    ID 6339
    73 min
  • 4
    Bus - 5959
    Wait for bus
    59
    Brea Mall
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    East Santa Ana Boulevard 1000
    16 min
  • 6
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Santa Ana Station
    ID 154, SNA
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 7
    Train - PACIFIC SURFLINERPACIFIC SURFLINER
    Wait for train
    PACIFIC SURFLINER
    Goleta
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Santa Barbara
    222 min
  • 9
    Walk to Santa Barbara
    Walk to
    Santa Barbara
    1.01 mi • 21 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Newport Beach to Santa Barbara

The distance between Newport Beach, Los Angeles and Santa Barbara, Los Angeles is approximately 157.98 mi, which can typically be travelled in 351 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Newport Beach 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 Newport Beach to Santa Barbara

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

    The fastest way takes 351 minutes, using Bus line 55, Bus line 59, Train line PACIFIC SURFLINER.

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

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

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

    The 55 bus line goes from Newport Center Drive-Granville station near Newport Beach to Grand-Warner station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Grand-Warner station near Santa Barbara in Los Angeles.

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

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

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

    Get on the 55 bus from the Newport Center Drive-Granville stop near Newport Beach in Los Angeles.

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

    Get off the bus at the Grand-Warner station, which is closest to Santa Barbara in Los Angeles.

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

    The ride from Newport Beach to Santa Barbara costs $2.00.

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