How much is the train ticket from Irvine to Santa Barbara?

The cheapest train tickets from Irvine to Santa Barbara start from R 680. The average price for this train route is around R 680. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

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

The average train journey time from Irvine to Santa Barbara is 4h 6m, covering a distance of 200 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 53m and is operated by Amtrak .

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

The earliest train from Irvine to Santa Barbara departs at 05:49. And the latest train departs at 17:52.

Train Irvine to Santa Barbara from R 638 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Irvine to Santa Barbara on 27 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
05:49	Irvine Station	4h 6m	09:55	Train Station	Cheapest
13:52	Irvine Station	3h 53m	17:45	Train Station	Fastest
05:49	Irvine Station	4h 31m	10:20	UC Santa Barbara	No tags
05:49	Irvine Station	4h 31m	10:20	UC Santa Barbara	No tags
09:52	Irvine Station	4h 23m	14:15	UC Santa Barbara	No tags

Next departures from Irvine to Santa Barbara on 28 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
05:49	Irvine Station	4h 6m	09:55	Train Station	Cheapest
13:52	Irvine Station	3h 53m	17:45	Train Station	Fastest
05:49	Irvine Station	4h 31m	10:20	UC Santa Barbara	No tags
05:49	Irvine Station	4h 31m	10:20	UC Santa Barbara	No tags
09:52	Irvine Station	4h 23m	14:15	UC Santa Barbara	No tags

Next departures from Irvine to Santa Barbara on 29 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
05:49	Irvine Station	4h 6m	09:55	Train Station	Cheapest
13:52	Irvine Station	3h 53m	17:45	Train Station	Fastest
05:49	Irvine Station	4h 31m	10:20	UC Santa Barbara	No tags
05:49	Irvine Station	4h 31m	10:20	UC Santa Barbara	No tags
09:52	Irvine Station	4h 23m	14:15	UC Santa Barbara	No tags

Next departures from Irvine to Santa Barbara on 30 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
05:49	Irvine Station	4h 6m	09:55	Train Station	Cheapest
13:52	Irvine Station	3h 53m	17:45	Train Station	Fastest
05:49	Irvine Station	4h 31m	10:20	UC Santa Barbara	No tags
05:49	Irvine Station	4h 31m	10:20	UC Santa Barbara	No tags
09:52	Irvine Station	4h 23m	14:15	UC Santa Barbara	No tags

Next departures from Irvine to Santa Barbara on 31 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
05:49	Irvine Station	4h 6m	09:55	Train Station	Cheapest
13:52	Irvine Station	3h 53m	17:45	Train Station	Fastest
05:49	Irvine Station	4h 31m	10:20	UC Santa Barbara	No tags
05:49	Irvine Station	4h 31m	10:20	UC Santa Barbara	No tags
09:52	Irvine Station	4h 23m	14:15	UC Santa Barbara	No tags

Next departures from Irvine to Santa Barbara on 1 February
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
05:49	Irvine Station	4h 6m	09:55	Train Station	Cheapest
13:52	Irvine Station	3h 53m	17:45	Train Station	Fastest
05:49	Irvine Station	4h 31m	10:20	UC Santa Barbara	No tags
05:49	Irvine Station	4h 31m	10:20	UC Santa Barbara	No tags
09:52	Irvine Station	4h 23m	14:15	UC Santa Barbara	No tags

Next departures from Irvine to Santa Barbara on 2 February
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
05:49	Irvine Station	4h 6m	09:55	Train Station	Cheapest
13:52	Irvine Station	3h 53m	17:45	Train Station	Fastest
05:49	Irvine Station	4h 31m	10:20	UC Santa Barbara	No tags
05:49	Irvine Station	4h 31m	10:20	UC Santa Barbara	No tags
09:52	Irvine Station	4h 23m	14:15	UC Santa Barbara	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Irvine to Santa Barbara

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Santa Barbara. The journey takes about 4 hours 6 minutes and with fares starting at just R 680, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6train per day

4h 6mAverage duration

200 kmDistance

18kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 680 - R 748	Average duration7h 50m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 680 - R 1 221	Average duration4h 6m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 750 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

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 about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 680

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Irvine, US to Santa Barbara by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Irvine to Santa Barbara?
The cheapest train tickets from Irvine to Santa Barbara start from R 680. The average price for this train route is around R 680. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Irvine to Santa Barbara?
The average train journey time from Irvine to Santa Barbara is 4h 6m, covering a distance of 200 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 53m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Irvine to Santa Barbara 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 Irvine to Santa Barbara?
The earliest train from Irvine to Santa Barbara departs at 05:49. And the latest train departs at 17:52.

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The cheapest trip from Irvine, US to Santa Barbara was searched and found on 26 Jan 2026 with a price of R 638

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

You can expect to pay from R 638 to R 4 331 for a train ticket from Irvine, US to Santa Barbara based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 638, which is on 2026-01-27.