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

The cheapest train tickets from Oxnard to Santa Barbara start from R 319. The average price for this train route is around R 319. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

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

The average train journey time from Oxnard to Santa Barbara is 57m, covering a distance of 54 km. The quickest train can get you there in 47m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Oxnard to Santa Barbara route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 7 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Oxnard to Santa Barbara?

The earliest train from Oxnard to Santa Barbara departs at 06:57. And the latest train departs at 20:59.

Train Oxnard to Santa Barbara from R 286 | Refundable Tickets

Next available departures

Next departures from Oxnard to Santa Barbara on 14 April
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
20:59	Oxnard Transit Center	57m	21:56	Train Station	CheapestFastest
20:59	Oxnard Transit Center	1h 21m	22:20	UC Santa Barbara	No tags
20:59	Oxnard Transit Center	1h 21m	22:20	UC Santa Barbara	No tags
20:59	Oxnard Transit Center	57m	21:56	Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Oxnard to Santa Barbara on 15 April
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
08:56	Oxnard Transit Center	59m	09:55	Train Station	Cheapest
16:58	Oxnard Transit Center	47m	17:45	Train Station	Fastest
08:56	Oxnard Transit Center	1h 24m	10:20	UC Santa Barbara	No tags
08:56	Oxnard Transit Center	1h 24m	10:20	UC Santa Barbara	No tags
12:51	Oxnard Transit Center	1h 24m	14:15	UC Santa Barbara	No tags

Next departures from Oxnard to Santa Barbara on 16 April
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
08:56	Oxnard Transit Center	59m	09:55	Train Station	Cheapest
16:58	Oxnard Transit Center	47m	17:45	Train Station	Fastest
08:56	Oxnard Transit Center	1h 24m	10:20	UC Santa Barbara	No tags
08:56	Oxnard Transit Center	1h 24m	10:20	UC Santa Barbara	No tags
12:51	Oxnard Transit Center	1h 24m	14:15	UC Santa Barbara	No tags

Next departures from Oxnard to Santa Barbara on 17 April
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
08:56	Oxnard Transit Center	59m	09:55	Train Station	Cheapest
16:58	Oxnard Transit Center	47m	17:45	Train Station	Fastest
08:56	Oxnard Transit Center	1h 24m	10:20	UC Santa Barbara	No tags
08:56	Oxnard Transit Center	1h 24m	10:20	UC Santa Barbara	No tags
12:51	Oxnard Transit Center	1h 24m	14:15	UC Santa Barbara	No tags

Next departures from Oxnard to Santa Barbara on 18 April
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
08:56	Oxnard Transit Center	59m	09:55	Train Station	Cheapest
16:58	Oxnard Transit Center	47m	17:45	Train Station	Fastest
08:56	Oxnard Transit Center	1h 24m	10:20	UC Santa Barbara	No tags
08:56	Oxnard Transit Center	1h 24m	10:20	UC Santa Barbara	No tags
12:51	Oxnard Transit Center	1h 24m	14:15	UC Santa Barbara	No tags

Next departures from Oxnard to Santa Barbara on 19 April
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
08:56	Oxnard Transit Center	59m	09:55	Train Station	Cheapest
16:58	Oxnard Transit Center	47m	17:45	Train Station	Fastest
08:56	Oxnard Transit Center	1h 24m	10:20	UC Santa Barbara	No tags
08:56	Oxnard Transit Center	1h 24m	10:20	UC Santa Barbara	No tags
12:51	Oxnard Transit Center	1h 24m	14:15	UC Santa Barbara	No tags

Next departures from Oxnard to Santa Barbara on 20 April
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
08:56	Oxnard Transit Center	59m	09:55	Train Station	Cheapest
16:58	Oxnard Transit Center	47m	17:45	Train Station	Fastest
08:56	Oxnard Transit Center	1h 24m	10:20	UC Santa Barbara	No tags
08:56	Oxnard Transit Center	1h 24m	10:20	UC Santa Barbara	No tags
12:51	Oxnard Transit Center	1h 24m	14:15	UC Santa Barbara	No tags

Next departures from Oxnard to Santa Barbara on 21 April
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
08:56	Oxnard Transit Center	59m	09:55	Train Station	Cheapest
16:58	Oxnard Transit Center	47m	17:45	Train Station	Fastest
08:56	Oxnard Transit Center	1h 24m	10:20	UC Santa Barbara	No tags
08:56	Oxnard Transit Center	1h 24m	10:20	UC Santa Barbara	No tags
12:51	Oxnard Transit Center	1h 24m	14:15	UC Santa Barbara	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:57 PM PDT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Oxnard 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 57 minutes and with fares starting at just R 319, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7train per day

57mAverage duration

54 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 437 - R 611	Average duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 319 - R 5 592	Average duration57m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

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

Oxnard

A
Oxnard Transit Center
201 E 4th St, Oxnard, CA 93030, USA
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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

Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/55 787 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.6

Based on 5787 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 319

US train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Oxnard 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 Oxnard to Santa Barbara?
The cheapest train tickets from Oxnard to Santa Barbara start from R 319. The average price for this train route is around R 319. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Oxnard to Santa Barbara?
The average train journey time from Oxnard to Santa Barbara is 57m, covering a distance of 54 km. The quickest train can get you there in 47m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Oxnard to Santa Barbara route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 7 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Oxnard to Santa Barbara?
The earliest train from Oxnard to Santa Barbara departs at 06:57. And the latest train departs at 20:59.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/04

R 286

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R 286

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R 286

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R 286

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R 286

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R 286

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R 286

The cheapest trip from Oxnard to Santa Barbara was searched and found on 12 Apr 2026 with a price of R 286

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

You can expect to pay from R 286 to R 4 914 for a train ticket from Oxnard to Santa Barbara based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 286, which is on 2026-04-15.

What's the cheapest way to go from Oxnard to Santa Barbara?

The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time1h 10m	Avg priceR 489	Daily departures4
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time57m	Avg priceR 319	Daily departures7

The best way to travel between Oxnard 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 R 319 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 319. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Santa Barbara, choose the train, as it will take you from Oxnard to Santa Barbara in about 57m – that's the fastest way to get there!