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Compare 2 ways to travel from Santa Barbara to San Juan Capistrano
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Juan Capistrano. The journey takes about 6 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just £34, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5639 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 £31
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Santa Barbara to San Juan Capistrano 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 San Juan Capistrano?
The cheapest train tickets from Santa Barbara to San Juan Capistrano start from £32. The average price for this train route is around £32. 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 San Juan Capistrano?
The average train journey time from Santa Barbara to San Juan Capistrano is 4h 39m, covering a distance of 132 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 27m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Santa Barbara to San Juan Capistrano route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 6 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Santa Barbara to San Juan Capistrano?
The earliest train from Santa Barbara to San Juan Capistrano departs at 06:53. And the latest train departs at 18:57.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Santa Barbara to San Juan Capistrano was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of £30To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Santa Barbara to San Juan Capistrano as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £30 to £285 for a train ticket from Santa Barbara to San Juan Capistrano based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £30, which is on 2025-12-13.
What's the cheapest way to go from Santa Barbara to San Juan Capistrano?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Santa Barbara and San Juan Capistrano is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost £32 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £32. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to San Juan Capistrano, choose the train, as it will take you from Santa Barbara to San Juan Capistrano in about 4h 39m – that's the fastest way to get there!
