Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Seattle King Street Station | Train Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Seattle King Street Station | Train Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Seattle King Street Station | Train Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Seattle King Street Station | Train Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Seattle King Street Station | Train Station | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to travel from Seattle to Santa Barbara
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Santa Barbara. The journey takes about 1 day, 8 hours 17 minutes and with fares starting at just COP 455,694, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5791 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 COP 455,694
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 COP 455,694. The average price for this train route is around COP 669,834. 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.
The cheapest trip from Seattle to Santa Barbara was searched and found on 1 May 2026 with a price of COP 509,857To 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 COP 509,857 to COP 5,028,368 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 COP 509,857, which is on 2026-05-01.
What's the cheapest way to go from Seattle to Santa Barbara?
The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe 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 COP 669,834 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from COP 455,694. 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!
