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Trains from San Jose, CA to Santa Barbara, CA

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TodayApr 19
TomorrowApr 20
from US$56
SunApr 21
from US$72
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Train schedules for tomorrow

One passenger / one way

Cheapest trips
Fastest trips
10:26AM
7h46m
6:12PM
San Jose - Diridon Station
CheapestFastest
Santa Barbara - Train Station
Cheapest
Fastest
10:26AM
10h49m
9:15PM
San Jose - Diridon Station
2nd Cheapest
Santa Barbara - UC Santa Barbara
2nd Cheapest
Train San Jose to Santa Barbara: Trip Overview

Train San Jose to Santa Barbara: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$77
Average train trip duration7h 46m
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure10:26 AM
Distance380 km
Please note, this information is subject to change
Train companies

Train companies

Based on 3616 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 US$52.00

US train company: Brightline

San Jose to Santa Barbara Trains

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Information about this train trip

Daily Trains1
Earliest and Latest Train Departures10:26AM
Minimum PriceUS$56
Average Ticket PriceUS$77
Minimum Trip Duration7h46m
Average Train Trip Duration7h46m
Distance380 km
Train Companies on This RouteAmtrak
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions on the trip San Jose - Santa Barbara

The average train ticket price from San Jose to Santa Barbara is US$77. The best way to find cheap train tickets from San Jose 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 Jose and Santa Barbara is around 7h 46m, although the fastest train will take about 7h 46m. This is the time it takes to travel the 381 km that separates the two cities.

The number of trains from San Jose 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 San Jose to Santa Barbara by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

When taking the train from San Jose 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 Jose to Santa Barbara was searched and found on Apr 19, 2024 with a price of US$49

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

About Train Travel

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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 Jose and Santa Barbara, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Create your real-life musical score by curating a personalized train travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your train ride from San Jose to Santa Barbara.

Did you know?

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.

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 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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Train from Santa Barbara to San Jose

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