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Compare 2 ways to travel from Santa Barbara to St. Louis
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach St. Louis. The journey takes about 1 day, 20 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 5 096, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Santa Barbara and St. Louis?
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 5733 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 4 596
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Santa Barbara to St. Louis 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 St. Louis?
The cheapest train tickets from Santa Barbara to St. Louis start from R 4 596. The average price for this train route is around R 4 596. 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 St. Louis?
The average train journey time from Santa Barbara to St. Louis is 2d 15h, covering a distance of 2665 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2d 15h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Santa Barbara to St. Louis 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 St. Louis?
The earliest train from Santa Barbara to St. Louis departs at 13:45. And the latest train departs at 13:45.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Santa Barbara to St. Louis was searched and found on 11 Jan 2026 with a price of R 4 421To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Santa Barbara to St. Louis as early as possible.
What's the cheapest way to go from Santa Barbara to St. Louis?
The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Santa Barbara and St. Louis 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 4 596 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 4 596. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to St. Louis, choose the train, as it will take you from Santa Barbara to St. Louis in about 1d 20h – that's the fastest way to get there!
