Isla Vista, CA is a small community located in Santa Barbara County. Although it has a population of less than 25000, being so close to UCSB and other attractions makes it a popular destination for many visitors. Fortunately, getting around Isla Vista, CA is made easy thanks to its varied public transportation options. Many of the local bus lines are free for students with a valid UCSB ID which makes them ideal for commuting to classes or events at university. For those looking to explore the rest of Santa Barbara county, there are regular routes connecting Isla Vista with Goleta, Santa Barbara and even Oxnard. Patrons can also take advantage of taxi services or local shuttles that can be called in advance for an easy commute to nearby beaches or any popular attractions. With such a variety of transportation options available in Isla Vista, CA getting around town has never been easier.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Isla Vista takes 13.2 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Isla Vista get to work:
- 32.8% drive their own car alone
- 5.6% carpool with others
- 4.9% work from home
- 7.0% take mass transit