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

The cheapest train tickets from Santa Barbara to Portland start from R 2 118. The average price for this train route is around R 3 078. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

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

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

Which train operators serve the Santa Barbara to Portland 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 Santa Barbara to Portland?

The earliest train from Santa Barbara to Portland departs at 12:21. And the latest train departs at 12:21.

Train Santa Barbara to Portland from R 2 318 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Santa Barbara to Portland on 17 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	12:21	Train Station	1d 3h	15:40	Union Station	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 6:09 AM PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Santa Barbara to Portland

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Portland. The journey takes about 1 day, 3 hours 19 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 118, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

1d 3hAverage duration

1262 kmDistance

115kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 2 106 - R 4 887	Average duration1d 7h	CO₂ emissions 32kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 118 - R 14 078	Average duration1d 3h	CO₂ emissions 115kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 652 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5652 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 2 118

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Santa Barbara to Portland, OR 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 Santa Barbara to Portland?
The cheapest train tickets from Santa Barbara to Portland start from R 2 118. The average price for this train route is around R 3 078. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Santa Barbara to Portland?
The average train journey time from Santa Barbara to Portland is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 1262 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 3h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Santa Barbara to Portland 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 Santa Barbara to Portland?
The earliest train from Santa Barbara to Portland departs at 12:21. And the latest train departs at 12:21.

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 4 224

15/12

R 3 314

Today

R 4 224

17/12

R 4 791

18/12

No data

19/12

R 4 224

20/12

R 3 726

21/12

R 4 791

The cheapest trip from Santa Barbara to Portland, OR was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 3 314

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

You can expect to pay from R 3 314 to R 30 699 for a train ticket from Santa Barbara to Portland, OR based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 3 726, which is on 2025-12-20.