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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | UCLA | 475 Linden Ave, Carpinteria, CA | Cheapest | |||||
 | LAX Airport | Carpinteria | Fastest | |||||
| UCLA | 475 Linden Ave, Carpinteria, CA | No tags | |||||
| LAX Airport | Carpinteria | No tags | |||||
| LAX Airport | Carpinteria | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Los Angeles to Carpinteria
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Carpinteria. The journey takes about 2 hours 19 minutes and with fares starting at just R 431, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Los Angeles, US to Carpinteria by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Los Angeles to Carpinteria?
The cheapest bus tickets from Los Angeles to Carpinteria start at R 1 225. The average price for this route is around R 1 225. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Los Angeles to Carpinteria?
The average bus journey time from Los Angeles to Carpinteria is 2h 15m, covering a distance of 114 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2h 15m and is operated by Santa Barbara Airbus.
Which bus companies service the Los Angeles to Carpinteria route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from Santa Barbara Airbus, Amtrak.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Los Angeles to Carpinteria?
The earliest bus departs from Los Angeles to Carpinteria at 08:00. And the latest bus departs at 22:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Los Angeles to Carpinteria?
A bus trip from Los Angeles to Carpinteria produces an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Los Angeles to Carpinteria?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5627 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Los Angeles to Carpinteria?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Los Angeles to Carpinteria?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Santa Barbara Airbus, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Los Angeles to Carpinteria?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Santa Barbara Airbus, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to Carpinteria was searched and found on 18 Dec 2025 with a price of R 534To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Los Angeles, US to Carpinteria as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 534 to R 1 187 for a bus ticket from Los Angeles, US to Carpinteria based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 534, which is on 2025-12-21.
Usually Santa Barbara Airbus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
