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

The cheapest train tickets from Santa Barbara to Sacramento start from $69. The average price for this train route is around $77. 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 Sacramento?

The average train ride duration from Santa Barbara to Sacramento is 11h 28m, covering a distance of 305 miles (492 km). The quickest train can get you there in 11h 12m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Santa Barbara to Sacramento 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 Sacramento?

The earliest train departs from Santa Barbara to Sacramento at 12:21pm. And the latest train departs at 12:21pm.

Train Santa Barbara to Sacramento from $65 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Santa Barbara to Sacramento on December 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		12:21pm	Train Station	11h 28m	11:49pm	Sacramento Valley Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Santa Barbara to Sacramento on December 2
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
12:21pm	Train Station	11h 28m	11:49pm	Sacramento Valley Station	Cheapest
9:58am	Train Station	11h 12m	9:10pm	Sacramento Valley Station	Fastest
12:21pm	Train Station	11h 28m	11:49pm	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
9:58am	Train Station	11h 12m	9:10pm	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
8:49am	Train Station	13h 21m	10:10pm	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags

Next departures for Santa Barbara to Sacramento on December 3
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
12:21pm	Train Station	11h 28m	11:49pm	Sacramento Valley Station	Cheapest
9:58am	Train Station	11h 12m	9:10pm	Sacramento Valley Station	Fastest
12:21pm	Train Station	11h 28m	11:49pm	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
9:58am	Train Station	11h 12m	9:10pm	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
8:49am	Train Station	13h 21m	10:10pm	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags

Next departures for Santa Barbara to Sacramento on December 4
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
12:21pm	Train Station	11h 28m	11:49pm	Sacramento Valley Station	Cheapest
9:58am	Train Station	11h 12m	9:10pm	Sacramento Valley Station	Fastest
12:21pm	Train Station	11h 28m	11:49pm	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
9:58am	Train Station	11h 12m	9:10pm	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
8:49am	Train Station	13h 21m	10:10pm	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags

Next departures for Santa Barbara to Sacramento on December 5
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
12:21pm	Train Station	11h 28m	11:49pm	Sacramento Valley Station	Cheapest
9:58am	Train Station	11h 12m	9:10pm	Sacramento Valley Station	Fastest
12:21pm	Train Station	11h 28m	11:49pm	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
9:58am	Train Station	11h 12m	9:10pm	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
8:49am	Train Station	13h 21m	10:10pm	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 10:56 AM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Santa Barbara to Sacramento

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Sacramento. The journey takes about 11 hours 28 minutes and with fares starting at just $69, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

11h 28mAverage Duration

305 milesDistance

45kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$61 - $241	Average Duration17h 45m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$69 - $124	Average Duration11h 28m	CO₂ emissions 45kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,617 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5617 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 $69

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 Sacramento, US 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 Sacramento?
The cheapest train tickets from Santa Barbara to Sacramento start from $69. The average price for this train route is around $77. 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 Sacramento?
The average train ride duration from Santa Barbara to Sacramento is 11h 28m, covering a distance of 305 miles (492 km). The quickest train can get you there in 11h 12m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Santa Barbara to Sacramento 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 Sacramento?
The earliest train departs from Santa Barbara to Sacramento 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

11/28

$108

11/29

$108

Today

$152

12/01

$469

12/02

$94

12/03

$81

12/04

$81

12/05

$81

The cheapest trip from Santa Barbara to Sacramento, US was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $81

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 Sacramento, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $81 to $469 for a train ticket from Santa Barbara to Sacramento, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $81 which is on 2025-12-03.

What's the cheapest way to go from Santa Barbara to Sacramento, US?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time17h 45m	Avg Price$118	Daily Departures2
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time11h 28m	Avg Price$77	Daily Departures1

The best way to travel between Santa Barbara and Sacramento, US is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $77 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $69. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Sacramento, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Santa Barbara to Sacramento, US in about 11h 28m - that's the fastest way to get there!