Train Santa Barbara to Monterey: Trip Overview
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Santa Barbara to Monterey Train
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Santa Barbara - Monterey
How much does a cheap train ticket from Santa Barbara to Monterey cost?
The average train ticket price from Santa Barbara to Monterey is US$65. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Santa Barbara to Monterey 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!
How long is the trip from Santa Barbara to Monterey?
A train trip between Santa Barbara and Monterey is around 6h 49m, although the fastest train will take about 6h 39m. This is the time it takes to travel the 313 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily trains are there between Santa Barbara and Monterey?
The number of trains from Santa Barbara to Monterey can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 6. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Santa Barbara to Monterey by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Santa Barbara to Monterey?
Trains travelling between Santa Barbara and Monterey leave from Train Station or Greyhound Station and arrive at Monterey Transit Plaza.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Santa Barbara to Monterey was searched and found on Jun 12, 2025 with a price of US$117To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Santa Barbara to Monterey, as early as possible.
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 Santa Barbara and Monterey is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Monterey.
No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Monterey, 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 Santa Barbara and Monterey, 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 Santa Barbara to Monterey 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.
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.
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.
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