How to get from LAX/Metro Transit Center Bay 7 to Santa Barbara by bus and train?

LAX/Metro Transit Center Bay 7 to Santa Barbara - Bus Schedule

The 5 bus from LAX/Metro Transit Center Bay 7 to Santa Barbara runs from 6:35 AM to 8:05 PM, with departures every 25-35 min. The trip takes about 4 hr 7 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From LAX/Metro Transit Center Bay 7 to Santa Barbara by bus and train

To get from LAX/Metro Transit Center Bay 7 to Santa Barbara in Los Angeles, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 5 bus from Lax/Metro Transit Center station to Aviation Blvd/Imperial Hwy station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the CE438 bus and finally take the PACIFIC SURFLINER train from Union Station station to Santa Barbara station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 7 min. The ride fare is $1.00. The bus and train schedule from LAX/Metro Transit Center Bay 7 may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Santa Barbara on the Moovit app.

247min$1.00
Bus - 55
Bus - CE438CE438
Train - PACIFIC SURFLINERPACIFIC SURFLINER
Walk to Santa Barbara
Leaves from Lax/Metro Transit Center

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    LAX/Metro Transit Center Bay 7
  • 2
    Bus - 55
    Wait for bus
    5
    LAX Transit Center >> Willowbrook / Rosa
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Aviation Blvd/Imperial Hwy
    6 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Aviation/Imperial
    ID 312
    230 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Bus - CE438CE438
    Wait for bus
    CE438
    Northbound
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Gateway Plaza & Union Station
    46 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Union Station
    ID 80214S
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Train - PACIFIC SURFLINERPACIFIC SURFLINER
    Wait for train
    PACIFIC SURFLINER
    Goleta
  • 9
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Santa Barbara
    154 min
  • 10
    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 LAX/Metro Transit Center Bay 7 to Santa Barbara

The distance between LAX/Metro Transit Center Bay 7, Los Angeles and Santa Barbara, Los Angeles is approximately 122.82 mi, which can typically be travelled in 247 min. Moovit will show you the directions from LAX/Metro Transit Center Bay 7 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 LAX/Metro Transit Center Bay 7 to Santa Barbara

To check the bus and train schedule from LAX/Metro Transit Center Bay 7 to Santa Barbara using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (LAX/Metro Transit Center Bay 7) 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 LAX/Metro Transit Center Bay 7 to Santa Barbara?

    The fastest way takes 247 minutes, using Bus line 5, Bus line CE438, Train line PACIFIC SURFLINER.

  • Is there a direct bus between LAX/Metro Transit Center Bay 7 and Santa Barbara?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 4 hr 7 min.

  • Which bus line goes from LAX/Metro Transit Center Bay 7 to Santa Barbara?

    The 5 bus line goes from Aviation Blvd/Imperial Hwy station near LAX/Metro Transit Center Bay 7 in Westchester to Aviation/Imperial station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Aviation/Imperial station near Santa Barbara in Los Angeles.

  • How long does it take to travel from LAX/Metro Transit Center Bay 7 to Santa Barbara by bus and train?

    The total travel time between LAX/Metro Transit Center Bay 7 in Westchester and Santa Barbara in Los Angeles by bus and train is about 4 hr 7 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near LAX/Metro Transit Center Bay 7 to get to Santa Barbara?

    Get on the 5 bus from the Aviation Blvd/Imperial Hwy stop near LAX/Metro Transit Center Bay 7 in Westchester.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between LAX/Metro Transit Center Bay 7 and Santa Barbara?

    Get off the bus at the Aviation/Imperial station, which is closest to Santa Barbara in Los Angeles.

  • How much is the total bus and train fare from LAX/Metro Transit Center Bay 7 to Santa Barbara?

    The ride from LAX/Metro Transit Center Bay 7 to Santa Barbara costs $1.00.

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