Trains from San Diego, CA to Santa Barbara, CA

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FriApr 26
from US$44
SatApr 27
from US$57
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: Old Town San Diego
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Santa Barbara
    Destination location: Train Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
    US$44
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: 2nd Cheapest
    Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: Old Town San Diego
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Santa Barbara
    Destination location: Train Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
    US$44
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: Old Town San Diego
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Santa Barbara
    Destination location: Train Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
    US$44
  • Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: Santa Fe Depot
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Santa Barbara
    Destination location: UC Santa Barbara
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
    US$51
  • Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: Santa Fe Depot
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Santa Barbara
    Destination location: UC Santa Barbara
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
    US$72
Train San Diego to Santa Barbara: Trip Overview

Train San Diego to Santa Barbara: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$47
Average train trip duration5h 54m
Number of daily trains16
Earliest train departure4:01 AM
Distance312 km
Latest train departure4:10 PM
Please note, this information is subject to change
Train companies

Train companies

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US train company: Brightline

San Diego to Santa Barbara Trains

Information about this train trip

Daily Trains16
Earliest and Latest Train Departures4:01AM - 4:10PM
Minimum PriceUS$44
Average Ticket PriceUS$47
Minimum Trip Duration5h36m
Average Train Trip Duration5h54m
Distance312 km
Train Companies on This RouteAmtrak
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions on the trip San Diego - Santa Barbara

The average train ticket price from San Diego to Santa Barbara is US$47. The best way to find cheap train tickets from San Diego 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!

A train trip between San Diego and Santa Barbara is around 5h 54m, although the fastest train will take about 5h 36m. This is the time it takes to travel the 303 km that separates the two cities.

The number of trains from San Diego to Santa Barbara can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 16. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from San Diego to Santa Barbara by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

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

Find cheapest prices for trains

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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The cheapest trip from San Diego to Santa Barbara was searched and found on Apr 27, 2024 with a price of US$44

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

You can expect to pay from US$44 to US$65 for a train ticket from San Diego to Santa Barbara based on the last 1 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$44 which is on 2024-04-27.

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 San Diego 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.

By choosing the train between San Diego and Santa Barbara, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from San Diego to Santa Barbara while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

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.

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.

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

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