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

The average train ticket price from Oceanside to Santa Barbara is $45. The best way to find train tickets from Oceanside 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 Oceanside to Santa Barbara?

A train trip between Oceanside and Santa Barbara is around 5h 1m, although the fastest train will take about 4h 52m. This is the time it takes to travel the 158 miles that separates the two cities.

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

The number of trains from Oceanside to Santa Barbara can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 6. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Oceanside to Santa Barbara by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Oceanside to Santa Barbara?

When taking the train from Oceanside to Santa Barbara, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Train Oceanside to Santa Barbara from $42 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Oceanside to Santa Barbara on November 21
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		4:57pm	Oceanside Transportation Center	5h 2m	9:59pm	Train Station	CheapestFastest
		4:57pm	Oceanside Transportation Center	5h 23m	10:20pm	UC Santa Barbara	No tags

Next departures for Oceanside to Santa Barbara on November 22
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
4:57am	Oceanside Transportation Center	4h 58m	9:55am	Train Station	Cheapest
8:57am	Oceanside Transportation Center	4h 52m	1:49pm	Train Station	Fastest
4:57am	Oceanside Transportation Center	4h 58m	9:55am	Train Station	No tags
6:57am	Oceanside Transportation Center	4h 53m	11:50am	Train Station	No tags
6:57am	Oceanside Transportation Center	4h 53m	11:50am	Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Oceanside to Santa Barbara on November 23
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
4:57am	Oceanside Transportation Center	4h 58m	9:55am	Train Station	Cheapest
8:57am	Oceanside Transportation Center	4h 52m	1:49pm	Train Station	Fastest
4:57am	Oceanside Transportation Center	4h 58m	9:55am	Train Station	No tags
6:57am	Oceanside Transportation Center	4h 53m	11:50am	Train Station	No tags
6:57am	Oceanside Transportation Center	4h 53m	11:50am	Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Oceanside to Santa Barbara on November 24
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
4:57am	Oceanside Transportation Center	4h 58m	9:55am	Train Station	Cheapest
8:57am	Oceanside Transportation Center	4h 52m	1:49pm	Train Station	Fastest
4:57am	Oceanside Transportation Center	4h 58m	9:55am	Train Station	No tags
6:57am	Oceanside Transportation Center	4h 53m	11:50am	Train Station	No tags
6:57am	Oceanside Transportation Center	4h 53m	11:50am	Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Oceanside to Santa Barbara on November 25
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
4:57am	Oceanside Transportation Center	4h 58m	9:55am	Train Station	Cheapest
8:57am	Oceanside Transportation Center	4h 52m	1:49pm	Train Station	Fastest
4:57am	Oceanside Transportation Center	4h 58m	9:55am	Train Station	No tags
6:57am	Oceanside Transportation Center	4h 53m	11:50am	Train Station	No tags
6:57am	Oceanside Transportation Center	4h 53m	11:50am	Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Oceanside to Santa Barbara on November 26
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
4:57am	Oceanside Transportation Center	4h 58m	9:55am	Train Station	Cheapest
8:57am	Oceanside Transportation Center	4h 52m	1:49pm	Train Station	Fastest
4:57am	Oceanside Transportation Center	4h 58m	9:55am	Train Station	No tags
6:57am	Oceanside Transportation Center	4h 53m	11:50am	Train Station	No tags
6:57am	Oceanside Transportation Center	4h 53m	11:50am	Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Oceanside to Santa Barbara on November 27
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
4:57am	Oceanside Transportation Center	4h 58m	9:55am	Train Station	Cheapest
8:57am	Oceanside Transportation Center	4h 52m	1:49pm	Train Station	Fastest
4:57am	Oceanside Transportation Center	4h 58m	9:55am	Train Station	No tags
6:57am	Oceanside Transportation Center	4h 53m	11:50am	Train Station	No tags
6:57am	Oceanside Transportation Center	4h 53m	11:50am	Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Oceanside to Santa Barbara on November 28
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
4:57am	Oceanside Transportation Center	4h 58m	9:55am	Train Station	Cheapest
8:57am	Oceanside Transportation Center	4h 52m	1:49pm	Train Station	Fastest
4:57am	Oceanside Transportation Center	4h 58m	9:55am	Train Station	No tags
6:57am	Oceanside Transportation Center	4h 53m	11:50am	Train Station	No tags
6:57am	Oceanside Transportation Center	4h 53m	11:50am	Train Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:48 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Oceanside to Santa Barbara

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Santa Barbara. The journey takes about 5 hours 1 minute and with fares starting at just $45, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6train per day

5h 1mAverage Duration

157 milesDistance

23kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$28 - $83	Average Duration9h 10m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$45 - $85	Average Duration5h 1m	CO₂ emissions 23kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,597 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5597 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 $45

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

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

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Which train companies travel from Oceanside to Santa Barbara?

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/19

$42

11/20

$42

Today

$42

11/22

$42

11/23

$42

11/24

$42

11/25

$42

11/26

$42

The cheapest trip from Oceanside to Santa Barbara was searched and found on Nov 19, 2025 with a price of $42

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

You can expect to pay from $42 to $253 for a train ticket from Oceanside to Santa Barbara based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $42 which is on 2025-11-22.

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

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time9h 10m	Avg Price$48	Daily Departures3
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time5h 1m	Avg Price$45	Daily Departures6

The best way to travel between Oceanside 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 $45 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $45. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Santa Barbara, choose the train, as it will take you from Oceanside to Santa Barbara in about 5h 1m - that's the fastest way to get there!