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

The cheapest train tickets from Santa Barbara to Barstow start from £50. The average price for this train route is around £50. 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 Barstow?

The average train journey time from Santa Barbara to Barstow is 12h 13m, covering a distance of 156 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 12h 13m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Santa Barbara to Barstow 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 Santa Barbara to Barstow?

The earliest train from Santa Barbara to Barstow departs at 08:49. And the latest train departs at 08:49.

Train Santa Barbara to Barstow from £50 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Santa Barbara to Barstow on 27 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	08:49	Train Station	12h 13m	21:02	Barstow Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Santa Barbara to Barstow

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Barstow. The journey takes about 7 hours 1 minute and with fares starting at just £43, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

7h 1mAverage duration

165 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£43 - £53	Average duration7h 1m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£50 - £60	Average duration12h 13m	CO₂ emissions 23kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Santa Barbara and Barstow?

Santa Barbara

A
Train Station
224 Chapala St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
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B
Greyhound Station
224 Chapala St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, USA

Barstow

A
Travel Center
1611 E Main St, Barstow, CA 92311, USA
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,750 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 5750 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 £50

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Santa Barbara to Barstow 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 Barstow?
The cheapest train tickets from Santa Barbara to Barstow start from £50. The average price for this train route is around £50. 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 Barstow?
The average train journey time from Santa Barbara to Barstow is 12h 13m, covering a distance of 156 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 12h 13m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Santa Barbara to Barstow 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 Santa Barbara to Barstow?
The earliest train from Santa Barbara to Barstow departs at 08:49. And the latest train departs at 08:49.