Trains tickets from Santa Barbara to Portland, OR

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Next departures to Portland

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: June 29 at
    Departure city: Santa Barbara
    Departure location: Train Station
    Arrival time: June 30 at
    Destination city: Portland
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 29 at
    Departure city: Santa Barbara
    Departure location: Train Station
    Arrival time: June 30 at
    Destination city: Portland
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 29 at
    Departure city: Santa Barbara
    Departure location: Train Station
    Arrival time: June 30 at
    Destination city: Portland
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Prices and availability are subject to change.

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Compare 2 ways to go from Santa Barbara to Portland

Bus
Average PriceUS$174 - US$339Average Duration1d 2h
32kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$963 - US$1,682Average Duration1d 3h
115kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Santa Barbara to Portland

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Portland. The journey takes about 1 day, 2 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$174, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
1d 2hAverage Duration
US$174Cheapest ticket
32kgCO₂ emissions

Train Santa Barbara to Portland: Trip Overview

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Average Ticket PriceUS$963
Average train trip duration1d 3h
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure12:21pm
Distance1262 km

Santa Barbara to Portland Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Santa Barbara - Portland, OR

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

    The average train ticket price from Santa Barbara to Portland is US$963. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Santa Barbara to Portland 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 Santa Barbara to Portland?

    A train trip between Santa Barbara and Portland is around 1d 3h, although the fastest train will take about 1d 3h. This is the time it takes to travel the 1262 km that separates the two cities.

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

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

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

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

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
06-23
US$279
06-24
US$279
Today
US$279
06-26
US$279
06-27
US$279
06-28
US$279
06-29
US$279
06-30
US$279
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Santa Barbara to Portland was searched and found on Jun 23, 2025 with a price of US$279

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

You can expect to pay from US$279 to US$1,623 for a train ticket from Santa Barbara to Portland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$279 which is on 2025-06-26.

About Train Travel

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Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Portland you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Santa Barbara and Portland compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

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

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.

Japanese trains are always on time, it is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologize to each passenger.

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

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