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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Sacramento Valley Station | Train Station | Cheapest | |||||
| Sacramento Valley Station | UC Santa Barbara | Fastest | |||||
| Sacramento Valley Station | Train Station | No tags | |||||
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Sacramento to Santa Barbara
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Santa Barbara. The journey takes about 11 hours 24 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 185, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5638 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 R 1 113
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Sacramento, 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 Sacramento to Santa Barbara?
The cheapest train tickets from Sacramento to Santa Barbara start from R 1 185. The average price for this train route is around R 1 471. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Sacramento to Santa Barbara?
The average train journey time from Sacramento to Santa Barbara is 11h 24m, covering a distance of 492 km. The quickest train can get you there in 9h 45m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Sacramento to Santa Barbara 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 Sacramento to Santa Barbara?
The earliest train from Sacramento to Santa Barbara departs at 06:48. And the latest train departs at 06:48.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Sacramento, US to Santa Barbara was searched and found on 09 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 055To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Sacramento, US to Santa Barbara as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 055 to R 9 511 for a train ticket from Sacramento, US to Santa Barbara based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 055, which is on 2025-12-12.
What's the cheapest way to go from Sacramento, US to Santa Barbara?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Sacramento, US 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 1 471 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 1 185. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Santa Barbara, choose the train, as it will take you from Sacramento, US to Santa Barbara in about 11h 24m – that's the fastest way to get there!
