How to get to Fullerton, CA from Santa Barbara, CA

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Compare train, coach and flight for Santa Barbara, CA to Fullerton, CA

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Santa Barbara, CA to Fullerton, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £35 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 4h 22m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £35, while a flight costs an average of £496.

Distance: 174 km

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Compare ways to travel from Santa Barbara, CA to Fullerton, CA

Compare the available ways to get from Santa Barbara, CA to Fullerton, CA, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Santa Barbara, CA to Fullerton, CA is a train with an average price of £35.

This is compared to other travel options from Santa Barbara, CA to Fullerton, CA:

A train is £11 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Santa Barbara, CA to Fullerton, CA costing on average £46.

A train is £461 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Santa Barbara, CA to Fullerton, CA costing on average £496.

The fastest way to travel from Santa Barbara, CA to Fullerton, CA is by coach with an average journey time of 4h 22m.

Other travel options to Fullerton, CA take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 47m.

Flight takes on average 5h 34m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Santa Barbara, CA and Fullerton, CA including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £35 compared to roughly £18 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£16. The journey takes 4h 17m versus 2h 31m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Santa Barbara, CA to Fullerton, CA

How to get to Fullerton, CA from Santa Barbara, CA by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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The best way to travel from Santa Barbara, CA to Fullerton, CA is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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FAQs: Santa Barbara, CA to Fullerton, CA

Travel to Fullerton, CA easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Santa Barbara, CA to Fullerton, CA.

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There are 3 options to travel between Santa Barbara, CA and Fullerton, CA including taking a train, coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Santa Barbara, CA to Fullerton, CA is a train with an average price of £35.

This is compared to other travel options from Santa Barbara, CA to Fullerton, CA:

A train is £11 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Santa Barbara, CA to Fullerton, CA costing on average £46.

A train is £461 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Santa Barbara, CA to Fullerton, CA costing on average £496.

The fastest way to travel from Santa Barbara, CA to Fullerton, CA is by coach with an average journey time of 4h 22m.

Other travel options to Fullerton, CA take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 47m.

Flight takes on average 5h 34m.

The Santa Barbara, CA to Fullerton, CA distance is approximately 174 km.
The average frequency per day from Santa Barbara, CA to Fullerton, CA is:
  • Around 33 flights per day.
  • Around 12 trains per day.
  • Around 2 coaches per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Santa Barbara, CA to Fullerton, CA:
  • Coaches mostly depart from Santa Barbara, Bus station and arrive in Anaheim, Regional Transportation Intermodal Center (ARTIC).
  • Trains mostly depart from Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA and arrive in Fullerton Station, Fullerton, CA.
  • Flights mostly depart from Santa Barbara Airport and arrive in Los Angeles International Airport.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Santa Barbara, CA to Fullerton, CA, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with United, American Airlines to go to Fullerton, CA by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Fullerton, CA by coach.
  • Travel with Amtrak to go to Fullerton, CA by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Santa Barbara, CA to Fullerton, CA with the following travel companies:
  • 2 direct flights per day with United.
  • 11 direct trains per day with Amtrak.
Omio customers who travel from Santa Barbara, CA to Fullerton, CA often also extend their vacation to go to San Diego, CA, Los Angeles, CA, San Francisco, CA, Oceanside, CA, San Juan Capistrano, CA. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Fullerton, CA and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Santa Barbara, CA to Fullerton, CA, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
In Fullerton, CA, you can enjoy live performances and art exhibitions at the Maverick Theater, explore the culinary scene with a food tour in Downtown Fullerton, attend workshops or classes at the Fullerton Community Centre, discover local talent at the Fullerton Art Walk, and experience live music and entertainment at the Slidebar Rock-N-Roll Kitchen. Notable sights include the Fullerton Arboretum, a 26-acre botanical garden, the Muckenthaler Cultural Centre, a historic mansion hosting art exhibitions, the Fullerton Museum Centre featuring local history exhibits, Hillcrest Park with scenic walking paths, and the vibrant Downtown Fullerton with historic architecture and dining options.
You typically need two to three days in Fullerton, CA, to explore its attractions, such as the Fullerton Arboretum, the Muckenthaler Cultural Centre, and local dining spots.

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