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 $180. 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.

Train Santa Barbara to Seattle from $135 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Santa Barbara to Seattle on December 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	12:21pm	Train Station	1d 7h	7:51pm	Seattle King Street Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Santa Barbara to Seattle on December 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	12:21pm	Train Station	1d 7h	7:51pm	Seattle King Street Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	12:21pm	Train Station	1d 7h	7:51pm	Seattle King Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Santa Barbara to Seattle on December 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	12:21pm	Train Station	1d 7h	7:51pm	Seattle King Street Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	12:21pm	Train Station	1d 7h	7:51pm	Seattle King Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Santa Barbara to Seattle on December 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	12:21pm	Train Station	1d 7h	7:51pm	Seattle King Street Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	12:21pm	Train Station	1d 7h	7:51pm	Seattle King Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Santa Barbara to Seattle on December 20
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	12:21pm	Train Station	1d 7h	7:51pm	Seattle King Street Station	CheapestFastest

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

Compare 2 ways to go from Santa Barbara to Seattle

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the 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.

1train per day

1d 7hAverage Duration

920 milesDistance

135kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$136 - $349	Average Duration1d 10h	CO₂ emissions 37kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$124 - $290	Average Duration1d 7h	CO₂ emissions 135kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,640 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5640 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

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Santa Barbara to Seattle by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary 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 $124. The average price for this train route is around $180. 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.

Best price found

12/10

$172

12/11

$1,040

Today

$631

12/13

$631

12/14

$246

12/15

$217

12/16

$172

12/17

$150

The cheapest trip from Santa Barbara to Seattle was searched and found on Dec 17, 2025 with a price of $150

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 $150 to $1,040 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 $150 which is on 2025-12-17.