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

The average train ticket price from Seattle to Santa Barbara is $157. The best way to find train tickets from Seattle 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 Seattle to Santa Barbara?

A train trip between Seattle and Santa Barbara is around 1d 8h, although the fastest train will take about 1d 8h. This is the time it takes to travel the 921 miles that separates the two cities.

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

The number of trains from Seattle to Santa Barbara can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Seattle to Santa Barbara by comparing and selecting the train that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Seattle to Santa Barbara?

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

Train Seattle to Santa Barbara from $118 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Seattle to Santa Barbara on November 30
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 9h	7:30pm	Train Station	Cheapest
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	6:12pm	Train Station	Fastest
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	6:54pm	Train Station	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 10h	7:55pm	UC Santa Barbara	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to Santa Barbara on December 1
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 9h	7:30pm	Train Station	Cheapest
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	6:12pm	Train Station	Fastest
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 12h	9:55pm	Train Station	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	6:54pm	Train Station	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 11h	9:40pm	UC Santa Barbara	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to Santa Barbara on December 2
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	6:12pm	Train Station	CheapestFastest
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	6:12pm	Train Station	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 12h	9:55pm	Train Station	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 12h	9:55pm	Train Station	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	6:54pm	Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to Santa Barbara on December 3
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	6:12pm	Train Station	CheapestFastest
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	6:12pm	Train Station	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 12h	9:55pm	Train Station	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 12h	9:55pm	Train Station	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	6:54pm	Train Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 4:42 AM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Seattle 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 1 day, 8 hours 17 minutes and with fares starting at just $124, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

1d 8hAverage Duration

920 milesDistance

135kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$136 - $297	Average Duration1d 14h	CO₂ emissions 37kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$124 - $1,146	Average Duration1d 8h	CO₂ emissions 135kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,614 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5614 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 Seattle to Santa Barbara by train

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Which train companies travel from Seattle 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

11/27

$929

11/28

$193

Today

$312

11/30

$662

12/01

$662

12/02

$150

12/03

$150

12/04

$135

The cheapest trip from Seattle to Santa Barbara was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $135

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

You can expect to pay from $135 to $1,040 for a train ticket from Seattle to Santa Barbara based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $135 which is on 2025-12-04.

What's the cheapest way to go from Seattle 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 14h	Avg Price$170	Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time1d 8h	Avg Price$157	Daily Departures1

The best way to travel between Seattle 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 $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 Santa Barbara, choose the train, as it will take you from Seattle to Santa Barbara in about 1d 8h - that's the fastest way to get there!