How to travel from Pasadena, CA to Santa Barbara, CA

You can travel between Pasadena, CA and Santa Barbara, CA by .

The fastest way to travel from Pasadena, CA to Santa Barbara, CA is by train with an average journey time of 2h 54m.

Other travel options to Santa Barbara, CA take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 11m.

The distance from Pasadena, CA to Santa Barbara, CA is approximately 90 miles (146 km).

The average frequency per day from Pasadena, CA to Santa Barbara, CA is:

• Around 5 trains per day.
• Around 1 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Pasadena, CA and Santa Barbara, CA as scheduled services by can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Pasadena, CA to Santa Barbara, CA:

• Buses mostly depart from Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA and arrive in Santa Barbara, Bus station.
• Trains mostly depart from Glendale Transportation Center, Glendale, CA and arrive in Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Pasadena, CA to Santa Barbara, CA, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Amtrak to go to Santa Barbara, CA by train.
• Travel with FlixBus to go to Santa Barbara, CA by bus.

Yes, there are direct services available from Pasadena, CA to Santa Barbara, CA with the following travel companies:

• 5 direct trains per day with Amtrak.
• 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.

Omio customers who travel from Pasadena, CA to Santa Barbara, CA often also extend their vacation to go to Los Angeles, CA, San Francisco, CA, San Diego, CA, San Jose, CA, Ventura, CA. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Santa Barbara, CA and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Santa Barbara, CA to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Santa Barbara, CA, visitors can explore State Street for shopping, dining, and entertainment, visit the Santa Barbara Museum of Art, and take a wine tasting tour in the Santa Ynez Valley. For outdoor activities, enjoy a scenic hike in the Santa Ynez Mountains and visit the Santa Barbara Maritime Museum. Best sights include the historic Santa Barbara Mission, Stearns Wharf, Santa Barbara Botanic Garden, Santa Barbara Zoo, and the unique Lotusland botanical garden.

Typically, spending 2 to 3 days in Santa Barbara, CA is ideal to explore its beautiful beaches, vibrant downtown, and cultural attractions.