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

The cheapest train tickets from Santa Clara to Santa Barbara start at $55. The average price for this train route is around $55. 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 Clara to Santa Barbara?

The average train trip from Santa Clara to Santa Barbara takes 3h 54m and covers 185 km. The quickest train gets you there in 3h 48m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Santa Clara to Santa Barbara route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 6 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Santa Clara to Santa Barbara departs at 6:01am. The latest train departs at 6:04pm.

Train Santa Clara to Santa Barbara from $52 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Santa Clara to Santa Barbara on January 30
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:01am	Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center	3h 54m	9:55am	Train Station	Cheapest
2:04pm	Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center	3h 41m	5:45pm	Train Station	Fastest
8:17am	Santa Clara Transit Center	8h 3m	4:20pm	Train Station	No tags
2:47pm	Santa Clara Transit Center	7h 8m	9:55pm	Train Station	No tags
6:01am	Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center	4h 19m	10:20am	UC Santa Barbara	No tags

Next departures for Santa Clara to Santa Barbara on January 31
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:01am	Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center	3h 54m	9:55am	Train Station	Cheapest
2:04pm	Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center	3h 41m	5:45pm	Train Station	Fastest
12:47pm	Santa Clara Transit Center	8h 43m	9:30pm	Train Station	No tags
6:01am	Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center	4h 19m	10:20am	UC Santa Barbara	No tags
6:01am	Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center	4h 19m	10:20am	UC Santa Barbara	No tags

Next departures for Santa Clara to Santa Barbara on February 1
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:01am	Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center	3h 54m	9:55am	Train Station	Cheapest
2:04pm	Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center	3h 41m	5:45pm	Train Station	Fastest
12:47pm	Santa Clara Transit Center	8h 43m	9:30pm	Train Station	No tags
6:01am	Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center	4h 19m	10:20am	UC Santa Barbara	No tags
6:01am	Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center	4h 19m	10:20am	UC Santa Barbara	No tags

Next departures for Santa Clara to Santa Barbara on February 2
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:01am	Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center	3h 54m	9:55am	Train Station	Cheapest
2:04pm	Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center	3h 41m	5:45pm	Train Station	Fastest
8:17am	Santa Clara Transit Center	8h 3m	4:20pm	Train Station	No tags
2:47pm	Santa Clara Transit Center	7h 8m	9:55pm	Train Station	No tags
6:01am	Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center	4h 19m	10:20am	UC Santa Barbara	No tags

Next departures for Santa Clara to Santa Barbara on February 3
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:01am	Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center	3h 54m	9:55am	Train Station	Cheapest
2:04pm	Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center	3h 41m	5:45pm	Train Station	Fastest
8:17am	Santa Clara Transit Center	8h 3m	4:20pm	Train Station	No tags
2:47pm	Santa Clara Transit Center	7h 8m	9:55pm	Train Station	No tags
6:01am	Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center	4h 19m	10:20am	UC Santa Barbara	No tags

Next departures for Santa Clara to Santa Barbara on February 4
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:01am	Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center	3h 54m	9:55am	Train Station	Cheapest
2:04pm	Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center	3h 41m	5:45pm	Train Station	Fastest
8:17am	Santa Clara Transit Center	8h 3m	4:20pm	Train Station	No tags
2:47pm	Santa Clara Transit Center	7h 8m	9:55pm	Train Station	No tags
6:01am	Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center	4h 19m	10:20am	UC Santa Barbara	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Santa Clara to Santa Barbara

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Santa Barbara. The journey takes about 3 hours 54 minutes, and with fares starting at just $55, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6train per day

3h 54mAverage Duration

185 kmDistance

17kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$58 - $58	Average Duration7h 30m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$55 - $101	Average Duration3h 54m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,752 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 5752 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 Wi‑Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $55

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Santa Clara, US 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 Santa Clara to Santa Barbara?
The cheapest train tickets from Santa Clara to Santa Barbara start at $55. The average price for this train route is around $55. 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 Clara to Santa Barbara?
The average train trip from Santa Clara to Santa Barbara takes 3h 54m and covers 185 km. The quickest train gets you there in 3h 48m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Santa Clara to Santa Barbara route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 6 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Santa Clara to Santa Barbara?
The earliest train from Santa Clara to Santa Barbara departs at 6:01am. The latest train departs at 6:04pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

01-26

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01-27

$52

Today

$52

01-29

$52

01-30

$52

01-31

$52

02-01

$52

02-02

$52

The cheapest trip from Santa Clara, US to Santa Barbara was searched and found on Jan 27, 2026 with a price of $52

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

You can expect to pay from $52 to $405 for a train ticket from Santa Clara, US to Santa Barbara based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $52 which is on 2026-01-29.

What's the cheapest way to go from Santa Clara, US to Santa Barbara?

The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel time7h 30m	Avg Price$58	Daily Departures2
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel time3h 54m	Avg Price$55	Daily Departures6

The best way to travel between Santa Clara, US 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 $55 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $55. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Santa Barbara, choose the train, as it will take you from Santa Clara, US to Santa Barbara in about 3h 54m —that's the fastest way to get there!