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Compare 2 ways to travel from Portland to Santa Barbara
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Santa Barbara. The journey takes about 1 day, 9 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £96, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5652 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 Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at £95
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Portland, OR to Santa Barbara by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Portland to Santa Barbara?
The cheapest train tickets from Portland to Santa Barbara start from £95. The average price for this train route is around £154. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Portland to Santa Barbara?
The average train journey time from Portland to Santa Barbara is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 783 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1d 3h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Portland to Santa Barbara route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Portland to Santa Barbara?
The earliest train from Portland to Santa Barbara departs at 14:22. And the latest train departs at 14:22.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Portland, OR to Santa Barbara was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of £166To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Portland, OR to Santa Barbara as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £166 to £1,564 for a train ticket from Portland, OR to Santa Barbara based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £185, which is on 2025-12-17.
What's the cheapest way to go from Portland, OR to Santa Barbara?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Portland, OR 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 £154 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £95. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Santa Barbara, choose the train, as it will take you from Portland, OR to Santa Barbara in about 1d 3h – that's the fastest way to get there!
