How much is the train ticket from Seattle to Santa Barbara?

The cheapest train tickets from Seattle to Santa Barbara start at $178. The average price for this train route is around $225. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Seattle to Santa Barbara?

The average train trip from Seattle to Santa Barbara takes 1d 8h and covers 1483 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 8h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Seattle 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 Seattle to Santa Barbara?

The earliest train from Seattle to Santa Barbara departs at 9:55am. The latest train departs at 9:55am.

Train Seattle to Santa Barbara from $170 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Seattle to Santa Barbara on December 3
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	6:12pm	Train Station	CheapestFastest
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	6:12pm	Train Station	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 12h	9:55pm	Train Station	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 12h	9:55pm	Train Station	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	6:54pm	Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to Santa Barbara on December 4
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	6:12pm	Train Station	CheapestFastest
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	6:12pm	Train Station	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 12h	9:55pm	Train Station	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 12h	9:55pm	Train Station	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	6:54pm	Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to Santa Barbara on December 5
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	6:12pm	Train Station	CheapestFastest
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	6:12pm	Train Station	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	6:54pm	Train Station	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	6:54pm	Train Station	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	6:54pm	Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to Santa Barbara on December 6
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	6:12pm	Train Station	CheapestFastest
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	6:12pm	Train Station	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	6:54pm	Train Station	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	6:54pm	Train Station	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	6:54pm	Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to Santa Barbara on December 7
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	6:12pm	Train Station	CheapestFastest
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	6:12pm	Train Station	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 12h	9:55pm	Train Station	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 12h	9:55pm	Train Station	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	6:54pm	Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to Santa Barbara on December 8
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	6:12pm	Train Station	CheapestFastest
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	6:12pm	Train Station	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 12h	9:55pm	Train Station	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 12h	9:55pm	Train Station	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	6:54pm	Train Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 1:25 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Seattle 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 1 day, 14 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $195, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

1d 14hAverage Duration

1480 kmDistance

37kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$195 - $513	Average Duration1d 14h	CO₂ emissions 37kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$178 - $1,646	Average Duration1d 8h	CO₂ emissions 135kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,620 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5620 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 $178

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Seattle 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 Seattle to Santa Barbara?
The cheapest train tickets from Seattle to Santa Barbara start at $178. The average price for this train route is around $225. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Seattle to Santa Barbara?
The average train trip from Seattle to Santa Barbara takes 1d 8h and covers 1483 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 8h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Seattle 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 Seattle to Santa Barbara?
The earliest train from Seattle to Santa Barbara departs at 9:55am. The latest train departs at 9:55am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11-30

$951

12-01

$951

Today

$278

12-03

$216

12-04

$170

12-05

$194

12-06

$216

12-07

$216

The cheapest trip from Seattle to Santa Barbara was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $170

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

You can expect to pay from $170 to $1,150 for a train ticket from Seattle to Santa Barbara based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $170 which is on 2025-12-04.

What's the cheapest way to go from Seattle to Santa Barbara?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel time1d 14h	Avg Price$289	Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel time1d 8h	Avg Price$225	Daily Departures1

The best way to travel between Seattle and Santa Barbara is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $225 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $178. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Santa Barbara, choose the train, as it will take you from Seattle to Santa Barbara in about 1d 8h —that's the fastest way to get there!