Train from Portland, OR to Santa Barbara: Tickets & Timetables

Next departures

Next departures from Portland to Santa Barbara on 19 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Union Station
Train StationCheapest
Amtrak
Union Station
Train StationFastest
Amtrak
Union Station
UC Santa BarbaraNo tags
Amtrak
Union Station
UC Santa BarbaraNo tags
Amtrak
Union Station
UC Santa BarbaraNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 6:54 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Portland 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 1 day, 9 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 148, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
1d 9hAverage duration
1262 kmDistance
32kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 2 148 - R 4 723Average duration1d 9h
32kg CO₂e
Average priceR 2 117 - R 14 073Average duration1d 3h
115kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Portland, OR 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.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Portland to Santa Barbara?

    The cheapest train tickets from Portland to Santa Barbara start from R 2 117. The average price for this train route is around R 3 450. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

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

    The average train journey time from Portland to Santa Barbara is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 1262 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 3h and is operated by Amtrak.

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

    Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.

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

    The earliest train from Portland to Santa Barbara departs at 14:22. And the latest train departs at 14:22.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
14/12
R 3 725
15/12
R 3 725
Today
R 3 776
17/12
R 4 154
18/12
R 4 600
19/12
R 4 600
20/12
R 4 600
21/12
R 4 600
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Portland, OR to Santa Barbara was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of R 3 725

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

You can expect to pay from R 3 725 to R 35 100 for a train ticket from Portland, OR to Santa Barbara based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 4 154, which is on 2025-12-17.

What's the cheapest way to go from Portland, OR to Santa Barbara?

busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between Portland, OR 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 3 450 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 2 117. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Santa Barbara, choose the train, as it will take you from Portland, OR to Santa Barbara in about 1d 3h – that's the fastest way to get there!

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