How much does a train ticket cost from Santa Barbara to Austin?

The cheapest train tickets from Santa Barbara to Austin start from £336. The average price for this train route is around £336. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Santa Barbara to Austin?

The average train journey time from Santa Barbara to Austin is 1d 13h, covering a distance of 1307 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1d 13h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Santa Barbara to Austin route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Santa Barbara to Austin?

The earliest train from Santa Barbara to Austin departs at 13:45. And the latest train departs at 18:19.

Train Santa Barbara to Austin from £336 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Santa Barbara to Austin on 22 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	13:45	Train Station	1d 17h	09:24	Austin, TX	No tags
Train	18:19	Train Station	1d 13h	09:24	Austin, TX	No tags
Train	13:45	Train Station	1d 17h	09:24	Austin, TX	No tags
Train	18:19	Train Station	1d 13h	09:24	Austin, TX	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Santa Barbara to Austin

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Austin. The journey takes about 1 day, 14 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just £171, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

1d 14hAverage duration

1307 milesDistance

53kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£171 - £233	Average duration1d 14h	CO₂ emissions 53kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£336 - £353	Average duration1d 13h	CO₂ emissions 192kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,666 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5666 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 £336

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Santa Barbara to Austin, TX, US 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 Santa Barbara to Austin?
The cheapest train tickets from Santa Barbara to Austin start from £336. The average price for this train route is around £336. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Santa Barbara to Austin?
The average train journey time from Santa Barbara to Austin is 1d 13h, covering a distance of 1307 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1d 13h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Santa Barbara to Austin route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Santa Barbara to Austin?
The earliest train from Santa Barbara to Austin departs at 13:45. And the latest train departs at 18:19.