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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | San Clemente Pier | Train Station | CheapestFastest | |||||
| San Clemente Pier | Train Station | No tags | |||||
| San Clemente Pier | UC Santa Barbara | No tags | |||||
| San Clemente Pier | UC Santa Barbara | No tags |
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Get from San Clemente to Santa Barbara
The journey takes about 4 hours 39 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 737, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5639 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 737
Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Clemente, 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 San Clemente to Santa Barbara?
The cheapest train tickets from San Clemente to Santa Barbara start from R 737. The average price for this train route is around R 737. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from San Clemente to Santa Barbara?
The average train journey time from San Clemente to Santa Barbara is 4h 39m, covering a distance of 221 km. The quickest train can get you there in 4h 39m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the San Clemente 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 San Clemente to Santa Barbara?
The earliest train from San Clemente to Santa Barbara departs at 17:20. And the latest train departs at 17:20.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from San Clemente, US to Santa Barbara was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of R 692To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from San Clemente, US to Santa Barbara as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 692 to R 1 159 for a train ticket from San Clemente, US to Santa Barbara based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 692, which is on 2025-12-13.
