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

The cheapest train tickets from Seattle to Santa Barbara start from £95. The average price for this train route is around £138. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

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

The average train journey time from Seattle to Santa Barbara is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 920 miles. The fastest 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 run on 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 09:55. And the latest train departs at 09:55.

Train Seattle to Santa Barbara from £91 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Seattle to Santa Barbara on 13 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	18:12	Train Station	CheapestFastest
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	18:12	Train Station	No tags
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	18:54	Train Station	No tags
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	18:54	Train Station	No tags
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	18:54	Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Seattle to Santa Barbara on 14 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	18:12	Train Station	CheapestFastest
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	18:12	Train Station	No tags
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 12h	21:55	Train Station	No tags
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 12h	21:55	Train Station	No tags
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	18:54	Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Seattle to Santa Barbara on 15 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	18:12	Train Station	CheapestFastest
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	18:12	Train Station	No tags
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 12h	21:55	Train Station	No tags
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 12h	21:55	Train Station	No tags
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	18:54	Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Seattle to Santa Barbara on 16 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	18:12	Train Station	CheapestFastest
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	18:12	Train Station	No tags
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 12h	21:55	Train Station	No tags
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 12h	21:55	Train Station	No tags
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	18:54	Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Seattle to Santa Barbara on 17 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	18:12	Train Station	CheapestFastest
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	18:12	Train Station	No tags
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 12h	21:55	Train Station	No tags
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 12h	21:55	Train Station	No tags
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	18:54	Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Seattle to Santa Barbara on 19 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	18:54	Train Station	CheapestFastest
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	18:54	Train Station	No tags
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 10h	20:15	Train Station	No tags
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 10h	20:40	UC Santa Barbara	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 02:10 PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel 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 £104, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

1d 14hAverage duration

919 milesDistance

37kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£104 - £274	Average duration1d 14h	CO₂ emissions 37kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£95 - £879	Average duration1d 8h	CO₂ emissions 135kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

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 £95

US train 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 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 Seattle to Santa Barbara?
The cheapest train tickets from Seattle to Santa Barbara start from £95. The average price for this train route is around £138. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Seattle to Santa Barbara?
The average train journey time from Seattle to Santa Barbara is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 920 miles. The fastest 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 run on 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 09:55. And the latest train departs at 09:55.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

10/12

£104

11/12

£115

Today

£167

13/12

£148

14/12

£167

15/12

£167

16/12

£167

17/12

£148

The cheapest trip from Seattle to Santa Barbara was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of £104

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 £104 to £809 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 £148, which is on 2025-12-13.