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

The cheapest train tickets from Santa Barbara to Seattle start from R 2 137. The average price for this train route is around R 3 105. 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 Seattle?

The average train journey time from Santa Barbara to Seattle is 1d 7h, covering a distance of 1483 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 7h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Santa Barbara to Seattle 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 Seattle?

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

Train Santa Barbara to Seattle from R 2 339 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Santa Barbara to Seattle on 13 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 7h	19:51	Seattle King Street Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Santa Barbara to Seattle on 15 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 7h	19:51	Seattle King Street Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	12:21	Train Station	1d 7h	19:51	Seattle King Street Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 3:17 AM PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Santa Barbara to Seattle

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Seattle. The journey takes about 1 day, 7 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 137, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

1d 7hAverage duration

1483 kmDistance

135kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 2 341 - R 6 030	Average duration1d 10h	CO₂ emissions 37kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 137 - R 5 023	Average duration1d 7h	CO₂ emissions 135kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

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 2 137

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Santa Barbara to Seattle 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 Seattle?
The cheapest train tickets from Santa Barbara to Seattle start from R 2 137. The average price for this train route is around R 3 105. 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 Seattle?
The average train journey time from Santa Barbara to Seattle is 1d 7h, covering a distance of 1483 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 7h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Santa Barbara to Seattle 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 Seattle?
The earliest train from Santa Barbara to Seattle 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

10/12

R 2 979

11/12

R 18 013

Today

R 10 929

13/12

R 10 929

14/12

R 2 598

15/12

R 3 759

16/12

R 2 979

17/12

R 2 598

The cheapest trip from Santa Barbara to Seattle was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 598

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 Seattle as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 2 598 to R 18 013 for a train ticket from Santa Barbara to Seattle based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 598, which is on 2025-12-14.