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Compare 2 ways to travel from Salinas to Santa Barbara
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Santa Barbara. The journey takes about 5 hours and with fares starting at just R 695, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Salinas, US and Santa Barbara?
Santa Barbara
- A224 Chapala St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
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Greyhound Station
224 Chapala St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, USA
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 755
Amtrak Salinas Santa Barbara recent customer reviews
Brilliant timing and comfort.
Emma S.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Salinas, 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 Salinas to Santa Barbara?
The cheapest train tickets from Salinas to Santa Barbara start from R 755. The average price for this train route is around R 1 543. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Salinas to Santa Barbara?
The average train journey time from Salinas to Santa Barbara is 6h 6m, covering a distance of 309 km. The quickest train can get you there in 6h 6m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Salinas 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 Salinas to Santa Barbara?
The earliest train from Salinas to Santa Barbara departs at 12:06. And the latest train departs at 12:06.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Salinas, US to Santa Barbara was searched and found on 09 Dec 2025 with a price of R 709To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Salinas, US to Santa Barbara as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 709 to R 6 174 for a train ticket from Salinas, US to Santa Barbara based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 695, which is on 2025-12-12.
