How much does a train ticket from Merced to Santa Barbara cost?

The average train ticket price from Merced to Santa Barbara is $60. The best way to find train tickets from Merced to Santa Barbara is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Merced to Santa Barbara?

A train trip between Merced and Santa Barbara is around 6h 45m, although the fastest train will take about 6h 45m. This is the time it takes to travel the 204 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Merced and Santa Barbara?

The number of trains from Merced to Santa Barbara can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Merced to Santa Barbara by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Trains from Merced to Santa Barbara | Amtrak

Compare 2 ways to go from Merced to Santa Barbara.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$128 - $128	Average Duration1d	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$60 - $60	Average Duration6h 45m	CO₂ emissions 30kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastest

Busbud recommends taking the train from Merced to Santa Barbara

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Santa Barbara. The journey takes about 6 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $60, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

6h 45mAverage Duration

$60Cheapest ticket

30kgCO₂ emissions

Train Merced to Santa Barbara: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$60

Average train trip duration6h 45m

Number of daily trains2

Earliest train departure12:45pm

Distance204 miles (329 km)

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,139 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5139 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 $60.00

Amtrak Merced Santa Barbara recent customer reviews

3 and a half hours late in getting to my destination. Train had to stop constantly to let freight trains go by. Bus was waiting for train arrival which is positive.

Cindy I.

June 16, 2024

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Brightline

Merced to Santa Barbara Train

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Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Santa Barbara, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Merced and Santa Barbara compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Merced to Santa Barbara, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while traveling more than 17,000 km.

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

What's the cheapest way to go from Merced to Santa Barbara?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time1d	Avg Price$128	Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time6h 45m	Avg Price$60	Daily Departures2

The best way to travel between Merced and Santa Barbara is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $60 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $60. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Santa Barbara, choose the train, as it will take you from Merced to Santa Barbara in about 6h 45m - that's the fastest way to get there!

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