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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Train Station | Seattle King Street Station | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Train Station | Seattle King Street Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Santa Barbara to Seattle
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 $124, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 5751 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $124
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Santa Barbara to Seattle by train
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How much is the train ticket from Santa Barbara to Seattle?
The cheapest train tickets from Santa Barbara to Seattle start from $124. The average price for this train route is around $157. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Santa Barbara to Seattle?
The average train ride duration from Santa Barbara to Seattle is 1d 7h, covering a distance of 920 miles (1483 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 7h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Santa Barbara to Seattle route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Santa Barbara to Seattle?
The earliest train departs from Santa Barbara to Seattle at 12:21pm. And the latest train departs at 12:21pm.
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 Seattle was searched and found on Jan 31, 2026 with a price of $135To 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 $135 to $1,002 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 $135 which is on 2026-01-31.
What's the cheapest way to go from Santa Barbara to Seattle?
The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Santa Barbara and Seattle is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $157 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $124. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Seattle, choose the train, as it will take you from Santa Barbara to Seattle in about 1d 7h - that's the fastest way to get there!
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