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

The cheapest train tickets from San Jose to Santa Barbara start at $83. The average price for this train route is around $105. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

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

The average train trip from San Jose to Santa Barbara takes 7h 46m and covers 381 km. The quickest train gets you there in 7h 46m and is operated by Amtrak .

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

The earliest train from San Jose to Santa Barbara departs at 10:26am. The latest train departs at 10:26am.

Train San Jose to Santa Barbara from $78 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for San Jose to Santa Barbara on November 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		10:26am	Diridon Station	7h 46m	6:12pm	Train Station	CheapestFastest
		10:26am	Diridon Station	7h 46m	6:12pm	Train Station	No tags

Next departures for San Jose to Santa Barbara on November 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		10:26am	Diridon Station	7h 46m	6:12pm	Train Station	CheapestFastest
		10:26am	Diridon Station	7h 46m	6:12pm	Train Station	No tags

Next departures for San Jose to Santa Barbara on November 29
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:26am	Diridon Station	10h 49m	9:15pm	UC Santa Barbara	Cheapest
10:26am	Diridon Station	7h 46m	6:12pm	Train Station	Fastest
10:26am	Diridon Station	7h 46m	6:12pm	Train Station	No tags
10:26am	Diridon Station	10h 49m	9:15pm	UC Santa Barbara	No tags

Next departures for San Jose to Santa Barbara on November 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		10:26am	Diridon Station	7h 46m	6:12pm	Train Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for San Jose to Santa Barbara on December 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		10:26am	Diridon Station	7h 46m	6:12pm	Train Station	CheapestFastest
		10:26am	Diridon Station	7h 46m	6:12pm	Train Station	No tags

Next departures for San Jose to Santa Barbara on December 2
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:26am	Diridon Station	7h 46m	6:12pm	Train Station	CheapestFastest
10:26am	Diridon Station	7h 46m	6:12pm	Train Station	No tags
10:26am	Diridon Station	11h 29m	9:55pm	Train Station	No tags
10:26am	Diridon Station	11h 29m	9:55pm	Train Station	No tags
10:26am	Diridon Station	11h 14m	9:40pm	UC Santa Barbara	No tags

Next departures for San Jose to Santa Barbara on December 3
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:26am	Diridon Station	11h 29m	9:55pm	Train Station	Cheapest
10:26am	Diridon Station	7h 46m	6:12pm	Train Station	Fastest
10:26am	Diridon Station	7h 46m	6:12pm	Train Station	No tags
10:26am	Diridon Station	11h 29m	9:55pm	Train Station	No tags
10:26am	Diridon Station	11h 14m	9:40pm	UC Santa Barbara	No tags

Next departures for San Jose to Santa Barbara on December 4
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:26am	Diridon Station	11h 29m	9:55pm	Train Station	Cheapest
10:26am	Diridon Station	7h 46m	6:12pm	Train Station	Fastest
10:26am	Diridon Station	7h 46m	6:12pm	Train Station	No tags
10:26am	Diridon Station	11h 29m	9:55pm	Train Station	No tags
10:26am	Diridon Station	11h 14m	9:40pm	UC Santa Barbara	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from San Jose 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 6 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $61, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

6h 20mAverage Duration

381 kmDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$61 - $277	Average Duration6h 20m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$83 - $555	Average Duration7h 46m	CO₂ emissions 35kg CO₂e

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

San Jose, US

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

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,607 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5607 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 $83

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Jose, 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 San Jose to Santa Barbara?
The cheapest train tickets from San Jose to Santa Barbara start at $83. The average price for this train route is around $105. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from San Jose to Santa Barbara?
The average train trip from San Jose to Santa Barbara takes 7h 46m and covers 381 km. The quickest train gets you there in 7h 46m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the San Jose 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 San Jose to Santa Barbara?
The earliest train from San Jose to Santa Barbara departs at 10:26am. The latest train departs at 10:26am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11-24

$143

11-25

$180

Today

$160

11-27

$180

11-28

$180

11-29

$160

11-30

$981

12-01

$180

The cheapest trip from San Jose, US to Santa Barbara was searched and found on Nov 24, 2025 with a price of $143

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

You can expect to pay from $143 to $981 for a train ticket from San Jose, US to Santa Barbara based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $160 which is on 2025-11-29.