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

The cheapest train tickets from Seattle to Santa Barbara start at $174. The average price for this train route is around $253. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

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

The average train trip from Seattle to Santa Barbara takes 1d 8h and covers 1483 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 8h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Seattle 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 Seattle to Santa Barbara?

The earliest train from Seattle to Santa Barbara departs at 9:55am. The latest train departs at 9:55am.

Train Seattle to Santa Barbara from $167 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Seattle to Santa Barbara on December 13
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	6:12pm	Train Station	CheapestFastest
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	6:12pm	Train Station	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	6:54pm	Train Station	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	6:54pm	Train Station	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	6:54pm	Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to Santa Barbara on December 14
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	6:12pm	Train Station	CheapestFastest
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	6:12pm	Train Station	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 12h	9:55pm	Train Station	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 12h	9:55pm	Train Station	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	6:54pm	Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to Santa Barbara on December 15
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	6:12pm	Train Station	CheapestFastest
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	6:12pm	Train Station	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 12h	9:55pm	Train Station	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 12h	9:55pm	Train Station	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	6:54pm	Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to Santa Barbara on December 16
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	6:12pm	Train Station	CheapestFastest
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	6:12pm	Train Station	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 12h	9:55pm	Train Station	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 12h	9:55pm	Train Station	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	6:54pm	Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to Santa Barbara on December 17
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	6:12pm	Train Station	CheapestFastest
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	6:12pm	Train Station	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 12h	9:55pm	Train Station	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 12h	9:55pm	Train Station	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	6:54pm	Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to Santa Barbara on December 19
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	6:54pm	Train Station	CheapestFastest
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	6:54pm	Train Station	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 10h	8:15pm	Train Station	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 10h	8:40pm	UC Santa Barbara	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 2:10 AM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Seattle 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, 14 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $191, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

1d 14hAverage Duration

1482 kmDistance

37kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$191 - $504	Average Duration1d 14h	CO₂ emissions 37kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$174 - $1,616	Average Duration1d 8h	CO₂ emissions 135kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5639 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 $174

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Seattle 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 Seattle to Santa Barbara?
The cheapest train tickets from Seattle to Santa Barbara start at $174. The average price for this train route is around $253. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Seattle to Santa Barbara?
The average train trip from Seattle to Santa Barbara takes 1d 8h and covers 1483 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 8h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Seattle 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 Seattle to Santa Barbara?
The earliest train from Seattle to Santa Barbara departs at 9:55am. The latest train departs at 9:55am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12-10

$191

12-11

$212

Today

$306

12-13

$273

12-14

$306

12-15

$306

12-16

$306

12-17

$273

The cheapest trip from Seattle to Santa Barbara was searched and found on Dec 10, 2025 with a price of $191

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

You can expect to pay from $191 to $1,488 for a train ticket from Seattle to Santa Barbara based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $273 which is on 2025-12-13.