How much is the train ticket from Santa Barbara to San Jose?

The cheapest train tickets from Santa Barbara to San Jose start at $81. The average price for this train route is around $129. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Santa Barbara to San Jose?

The average train trip from Santa Barbara to San Jose takes 7h 25m and covers 381 km. The quickest train gets you there in 6h 52m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Santa Barbara to San Jose 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 Santa Barbara to San Jose?

The earliest train from Santa Barbara to San Jose departs at 12:21pm. The latest train departs at 12:21pm.

Train Santa Barbara to San Jose from $88 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Santa Barbara to San Jose on December 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		12:21pm	Train Station	7h 25m	7:46pm	Diridon Station	CheapestFastest
		12:21pm	Train Station	7h 25m	7:46pm	Diridon Station	No tags

Next departures for Santa Barbara to San Jose on December 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		12:21pm	Train Station	7h 25m	7:46pm	Diridon Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Santa Barbara to San Jose on December 14
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:58am	Train Station	6h 52m	4:50pm	Diridon Station	CheapestFastest
12:21pm	Train Station	7h 25m	7:46pm	Diridon Station	No tags
12:21pm	Train Station	7h 25m	7:46pm	Diridon Station	No tags
9:58am	Train Station	6h 52m	4:50pm	Diridon Station	No tags

Next departures for Santa Barbara to San Jose on December 15
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:58am	Train Station	6h 52m	4:50pm	Diridon Station	CheapestFastest
12:21pm	Train Station	7h 25m	7:46pm	Diridon Station	No tags
12:21pm	Train Station	7h 25m	7:46pm	Diridon Station	No tags
9:58am	Train Station	6h 52m	4:50pm	Diridon Station	No tags

Next departures for Santa Barbara to San Jose on December 16
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:58am	Train Station	6h 52m	4:50pm	Diridon Station	CheapestFastest
12:21pm	Train Station	7h 25m	7:46pm	Diridon Station	No tags
12:21pm	Train Station	7h 25m	7:46pm	Diridon Station	No tags
9:58am	Train Station	6h 52m	4:50pm	Diridon Station	No tags

Next departures for Santa Barbara to San Jose on December 17
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:58am	Train Station	6h 52m	4:50pm	Diridon Station	CheapestFastest
12:21pm	Train Station	7h 25m	7:46pm	Diridon Station	No tags
12:21pm	Train Station	7h 25m	7:46pm	Diridon Station	No tags
9:58am	Train Station	6h 52m	4:50pm	Diridon Station	No tags

Next departures for Santa Barbara to San Jose on December 18
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:58am	Train Station	6h 52m	4:50pm	Diridon Station	CheapestFastest
12:21pm	Train Station	7h 25m	7:46pm	Diridon Station	No tags
12:21pm	Train Station	7h 25m	7:46pm	Diridon Station	No tags
9:58am	Train Station	6h 52m	4:50pm	Diridon Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 9:55 AM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Santa Barbara to San Jose

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Jose. The journey takes about 6 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $49, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

6h 25mAverage Duration

381 kmDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$49 - $289	Average Duration6h 25m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$81 - $185	Average Duration7h 25m	CO₂ emissions 35kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Santa Barbara and San Jose, US?

Santa Barbara

A
Train Station
224 Chapala St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
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B
Greyhound Station
224 Chapala St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, USA

San Jose, US

A
Diridon Station
65 Cahill St., San Jose, CA 95110
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Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,637 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5637 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 $81

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Santa Barbara to San Jose, US 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 Santa Barbara to San Jose?
The cheapest train tickets from Santa Barbara to San Jose start at $81. The average price for this train route is around $129. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Santa Barbara to San Jose?
The average train trip from Santa Barbara to San Jose takes 7h 25m and covers 381 km. The quickest train gets you there in 6h 52m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Santa Barbara to San Jose 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 Santa Barbara to San Jose?
The earliest train from Santa Barbara to San Jose departs at 12:21pm. The latest train departs at 12:21pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12-09

$139

12-10

$139

Today

$177

12-12

$177

12-13

$601

12-14

$139

12-15

$139

12-16

$139

The cheapest trip from Santa Barbara to San Jose, US was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $139

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

You can expect to pay from $139 to $667 for a train ticket from Santa Barbara to San Jose, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $139 which is on 2025-12-14.