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Compare 2 ways to go from Austin to Santa Barbara

Average PriceUS$242 - US$346Average Duration1d 23h
53kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Average PriceUS$241 - US$1,015Average Duration1d 19h
192kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Austin to Santa Barbara

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Santa Barbara. The journey takes about 1 day, 23 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$242, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
1d 23hAverage Duration
US$242Cheapest ticket
53kgCO₂ emissions

Train Austin to Santa Barbara: Trip Overview

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Average Ticket PriceUS$332
Average train trip duration1d 19h
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure6:50pm
Distance2107 km

Austin to Santa Barbara Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Austin, TX, US - Santa Barbara

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Austin to Santa Barbara cost?

    The average train ticket price from Austin to Santa Barbara is US$332. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Austin to Santa Barbara is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the trip from Austin to Santa Barbara?

    A train trip between Austin and Santa Barbara is around 1d 19h, although the fastest train will take about 1d 19h. This is the time it takes to travel the 2112 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily trains are there between Austin and Santa Barbara?

    The number of trains from Austin to Santa Barbara can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Austin to Santa Barbara by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which train companies travel from Austin to Santa Barbara?

    When taking the train from Austin to Santa Barbara, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Austin to Santa Barbara was searched and found on Jul 2, 2025 with a price of US$316

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

You can expect to pay from US$316 to US$1,749 for a train ticket from Austin to Santa Barbara based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$316 which is on 2025-07-02.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Austin and Santa Barbara is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Santa Barbara.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Santa Barbara, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Austin and Santa Barbara, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Austin to Santa Barbara, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one travelling between the city and the suburbs.

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date.

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