Train from San Bernardino, US to Santa Barbara: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from San Bernardino to Santa Barbara on 13 December
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Compare 2 ways to travel from San Bernardino 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 4 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
4h 30mAverage duration
138 milesDistance
6kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£30 - £60Average duration4h 30m
6kg CO₂e
Average price£39 - £60Average duration6h 23m
20kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Bernardino, US 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.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from San Bernardino to Santa Barbara?

    The cheapest train tickets from San Bernardino to Santa Barbara start from £39. The average price for this train route is around £43. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from San Bernardino to Santa Barbara?

    The average train journey time from San Bernardino to Santa Barbara is 6h 23m, covering a distance of 138 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 5h 59m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the San Bernardino to Santa Barbara route?

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

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from San Bernardino to Santa Barbara?

    The earliest train from San Bernardino to Santa Barbara departs at 05:51. And the latest train departs at 05:51.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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09/12
£39
10/12
£39
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£41
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13/12
£36
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£36
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Bernardino, US to Santa Barbara was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of £36

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from San Bernardino, US to Santa Barbara as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £36 to £271 for a train ticket from San Bernardino, US to Santa Barbara based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £36, which is on 2025-12-13.

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