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

The cheapest train tickets from Seattle to Santa Barbara start from R 2 134. The average price for this train route is around R 3 101. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

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

The average train journey time from Seattle to Santa Barbara is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 1483 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 8h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Seattle 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 Seattle to Santa Barbara?

The earliest train from Seattle to Santa Barbara departs at 09:55. And the latest train departs at 09:55.

Train Seattle to Santa Barbara from R 2 042 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Seattle to Santa Barbara on 14 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	18:12	Train Station	CheapestFastest
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	18:12	Train Station	No tags
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 12h	21:55	Train Station	No tags
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 12h	21:55	Train Station	No tags
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	18:54	Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Seattle to Santa Barbara on 15 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	18:12	Train Station	CheapestFastest
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	18:12	Train Station	No tags
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 12h	21:55	Train Station	No tags
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 12h	21:55	Train Station	No tags
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	18:54	Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Seattle to Santa Barbara on 16 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	18:12	Train Station	CheapestFastest
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	18:12	Train Station	No tags
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 12h	21:55	Train Station	No tags
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 12h	21:55	Train Station	No tags
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	18:54	Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Seattle to Santa Barbara on 17 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	18:12	Train Station	CheapestFastest
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	18:12	Train Station	No tags
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 12h	21:55	Train Station	No tags
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 12h	21:55	Train Station	No tags
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	18:54	Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Seattle to Santa Barbara on 19 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	18:54	Train Station	CheapestFastest
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	18:54	Train Station	No tags
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 10h	20:15	Train Station	No tags
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 10h	20:40	UC Santa Barbara	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 5:15 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Seattle to Santa Barbara

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Santa Barbara. The journey takes about 1 day, 14 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 338, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

1d 14hAverage duration

1482 kmDistance

37kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 2 338 - R 6 178	Average duration1d 14h	CO₂ emissions 37kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 134 - R 19 822	Average duration1d 8h	CO₂ emissions 135kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 643 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5643 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 2 134

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Seattle 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 Seattle to Santa Barbara?
The cheapest train tickets from Seattle to Santa Barbara start from R 2 134. The average price for this train route is around R 3 101. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Seattle to Santa Barbara?
The average train journey time from Seattle to Santa Barbara is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 1483 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 8h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Seattle 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 Seattle to Santa Barbara?
The earliest train from Seattle to Santa Barbara departs at 09:55. And the latest train departs at 09:55.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/12

R 2 595

12/12

R 3 754

Today

R 3 754

14/12

R 4 826

15/12

R 3 754

16/12

R 3 754

17/12

R 3 339

18/12

R 2 595

The cheapest trip from Seattle to Santa Barbara was searched and found on 11 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 595

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 595 to R 18 249 for a train ticket from Seattle to Santa Barbara based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 595, which is on 2025-12-18.