How to get from South Coast Plaza to Santa Barbara by bus and train?

South Coast Plaza to Santa Barbara - Bus Schedule

The 151 bus from South Coast Plaza to Santa Barbara runs from 5:26 AM to 6:37 PM, with departures every 30-40 min. The trip takes about 5 hr 14 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From South Coast Plaza to Santa Barbara by bus and train

To get from South Coast Plaza to Santa Barbara in Los Angeles, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 151 bus from Sunflower-Bear station to Flower-6th station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 862 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 14 min. The bus and train schedule from South Coast Plaza may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Santa Barbara on the Moovit app.

314min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 151151
Bus - 862862
Train - PACIFIC SURFLINERPACIFIC SURFLINER
Walk to Santa Barbara
Leaves from Sunflower-Bear

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Sunflower-Bear
    ID 1338
    470 yd • 6 min
  • 2
    Bus - 151151
    Wait for bus
    151
    Cc-So Coast Plaza - Flower and 6th
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Flower-6th
    ID 6309
    25 min
  • 4
    Bus - 862862
    Wait for bus
    862
    Santa Ana - Civic Center
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    East Santa Ana Boulevard 1000
    8 min
  • 6
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Santa Ana Station
    ID 154, SNA
    30 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 South Coast Plaza to Santa Barbara

The distance between South Coast Plaza, Los Angeles and Santa Barbara, Los Angeles is approximately 146.19 mi, which can typically be travelled in 314 min. Moovit will show you the directions from South Coast Plaza 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 South Coast Plaza to Santa Barbara

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

    The fastest way takes 314 minutes, using Bus line 151, Bus line 862, Train line PACIFIC SURFLINER.

  • Is there a direct bus between South Coast Plaza and Santa Barbara?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 5 hr 14 min.

  • Which bus line goes from South Coast Plaza to Santa Barbara?

    The 151 bus line goes from Sunflower-Bear station near South Coast Plaza in Costa Mesa to Flower-6th station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Flower-6th station near Santa Barbara in Los Angeles.

  • How long does it take to travel from South Coast Plaza to Santa Barbara by bus and train?

    The total travel time between South Coast Plaza in Costa Mesa and Santa Barbara in Los Angeles by bus and train is about 5 hr 14 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near South Coast Plaza to get to Santa Barbara?

    Get on the 151 bus from the Sunflower-Bear stop near South Coast Plaza in Costa Mesa.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between South Coast Plaza and Santa Barbara?

    Get off the bus at the Flower-6th station, which is closest to Santa Barbara in Los Angeles.

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