How much is the train ticket from Portland to Santa Barbara?

The cheapest train tickets from Portland to Santa Barbara start at $175. The average price for this train route is around $284. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Portland to Santa Barbara?

The average train trip from Portland to Santa Barbara takes 1d 3h and covers 1262 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 3h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Portland to Santa Barbara route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Portland to Santa Barbara?

The earliest train from Portland to Santa Barbara departs at 2:22pm. The latest train departs at 2:22pm.

Train Portland to Santa Barbara from $212 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Portland to Santa Barbara on December 18
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
2:22pm	Union Station	1d 4h	6:54pm	Train Station	Cheapest
2:22pm	Union Station	1d 3h	6:12pm	Train Station	Fastest
2:22pm	Union Station	1d 7h	9:40pm	UC Santa Barbara	No tags
2:22pm	Union Station	1d 7h	9:40pm	UC Santa Barbara	No tags
2:22pm	Union Station	1d 7h	9:40pm	UC Santa Barbara	No tags

Next departures for Portland to Santa Barbara on December 19
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
2:22pm	Union Station	1d 4h	6:54pm	Train Station	Cheapest
2:22pm	Union Station	1d 3h	6:12pm	Train Station	Fastest
2:22pm	Union Station	1d 6h	9:15pm	UC Santa Barbara	No tags
2:22pm	Union Station	1d 6h	8:40pm	UC Santa Barbara	No tags
2:22pm	Union Station	1d 6h	8:40pm	UC Santa Barbara	No tags

Next departures for Portland to Santa Barbara on December 20
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
2:22pm	Union Station	1d 4h	6:54pm	Train Station	CheapestFastest
2:22pm	Union Station	1d 6h	8:40pm	UC Santa Barbara	No tags
2:22pm	Union Station	1d 6h	8:40pm	UC Santa Barbara	No tags
2:22pm	Union Station	1d 4h	6:54pm	Train Station	No tags
2:22pm	Union Station	1d 4h	6:54pm	Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Portland to Santa Barbara on December 21
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
2:22pm	Union Station	1d 4h	6:54pm	Train Station	CheapestFastest
2:22pm	Union Station	1d 7h	9:40pm	UC Santa Barbara	No tags
2:22pm	Union Station	1d 6h	8:40pm	UC Santa Barbara	No tags
2:22pm	Union Station	1d 7h	9:55pm	Train Station	No tags
2:22pm	Union Station	1d 4h	6:54pm	Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Portland to Santa Barbara on December 22
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
2:22pm	Union Station	1d 4h	6:54pm	Train Station	Cheapest
2:22pm	Union Station	1d 3h	6:12pm	Train Station	Fastest
2:22pm	Union Station	1d 7h	9:40pm	UC Santa Barbara	No tags
2:22pm	Union Station	1d 7h	9:40pm	UC Santa Barbara	No tags
2:22pm	Union Station	1d 7h	9:40pm	UC Santa Barbara	No tags

Next departures for Portland to Santa Barbara on December 23
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
2:22pm	Union Station	1d 4h	6:54pm	Train Station	Cheapest
2:22pm	Union Station	1d 3h	6:12pm	Train Station	Fastest
2:22pm	Union Station	1d 7h	9:40pm	UC Santa Barbara	No tags
2:22pm	Union Station	1d 7h	9:40pm	UC Santa Barbara	No tags
2:22pm	Union Station	1d 7h	9:40pm	UC Santa Barbara	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 6:54 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Portland to Santa Barbara

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Santa Barbara. The journey takes about 1 day, 9 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $177, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

1d 9hAverage Duration

1262 kmDistance

32kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$177 - $389	Average Duration1d 9h	CO₂ emissions 32kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$175 - $1,157	Average Duration1d 3h	CO₂ emissions 115kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,652 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5652 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $175

US train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Portland, OR to Santa Barbara by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Portland to Santa Barbara?
The cheapest train tickets from Portland to Santa Barbara start at $175. The average price for this train route is around $284. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Portland to Santa Barbara?
The average train trip from Portland to Santa Barbara takes 1d 3h and covers 1262 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 3h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Portland to Santa Barbara route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Portland to Santa Barbara?
The earliest train from Portland to Santa Barbara departs at 2:22pm. The latest train departs at 2:22pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12-14

$307

12-15

$307

Today

$311

12-17

$342

12-18

$379

12-19

$379

12-20

$379

12-21

$379

The cheapest trip from Portland, OR to Santa Barbara was searched and found on Dec 14, 2025 with a price of $307

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Portland, OR to Santa Barbara, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $307 to $2,886 for a train ticket from Portland, OR to Santa Barbara based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $342 which is on 2025-12-17.

What's the cheapest way to go from Portland, OR to Santa Barbara?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel time1d 9h	Avg Price$322	Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel time1d 3h	Avg Price$284	Daily Departures1

The best way to travel between Portland, OR and Santa Barbara is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $284 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $175. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Santa Barbara, choose the train, as it will take you from Portland, OR to Santa Barbara in about 1d 3h —that's the fastest way to get there!