The cheapest and fastest trains from Emeryville, CA to Santa Barbara, CA
Cheapest price
$90
Average price
$100
Fastest journey
9 h 33 m
Average duration
10 h 59 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
445 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Emeryville, CA to Santa Barbara, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Emeryville, CA to Santa Barbara, CA will cost around $100 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $90.
Of the 3 trains that leave Emeryville, CA for Santa Barbara, CA on Tue, Mar 17, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Mar 17 the direct trains cover the 445 km distance in an average of 10 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 33 m .
On Tue, Mar 17 the slowest trains will take 13 h 38 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
11 Coast Starlight
712 Gold Runner · 5612 AMTRAK
710 Gold Runner · 5910 AMTRAK · 785 Pacific Surfliner
11 Coast Starlight
712 Gold Runner · 5612 AMTRAK
710 Gold Runner · 5910 AMTRAK · 785 Pacific SurflinerTravel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Emeryville, CA to Santa Barbara, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Emeryville, CA to Santa Barbara, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $41. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $41, and a flight costs an average of $202.
Distance: 276 miles (445 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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$82 Average price | $60 Average price Cheapest | $299 Average price |
10h 4m Average total duration 9h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 54m Average total duration 8h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Emeryville, CA to Santa Barbara, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Emeryville, CA to Santa Barbara, CA trains for tomorrow, Monday, March 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
710 Gold Runner · 5910 AMTRAK · 785 Pacific Surfliner | 3:18 PM Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA | 13h38 | 4:56 AM Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA | 2 transfers | |
11 Coast Starlight | 3:39 PM Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA | 9h33 | 1:12 AM Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
712 Gold Runner · 5612 AMTRAK | 5:28 PM Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA | 9h47 | 3:15 AM Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Emeryville, CA to Santa Barbara, CA
Trains from Emeryville, CA to Santa Barbara, CA run on average 5 times per day, taking around 9h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $62 (€50) but you can travel from only $41 (€33) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:49, the last at 22:05. The fastest train covers the 276 miles (445 km) distance in 9h 33m.
Distance 276 miles (445 km) |
Average train duration 9h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $62 (€50) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 9h 33m |
First train 06:49 |
Last train 22:05 |
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Cheapest day Sat |
High season Jul - Sep |
Low season Apr - Jun |
Busiest day Fri |
Least busy day Fri |
Best day to book ahead 63 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Emeryville, CA to Santa Barbara, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Emeryville, CA and Santa Barbara, CA from $41 (€33). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Emeryville, CA to Santa Barbara, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Emeryville, CA to Santa Barbara, CA by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Santa Barbara, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Emeryville, CA to Santa Barbara, CA
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Townhouse Bar & Grill
- Honor Kitchen & Cocktails
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Hyatt Place Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area
- Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge
- Four Points by Sheraton San Francisco Bay Bridge
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has an enclosed waiting area and ticketing services.
- Bus: AC Transit lines available
- Shuttle: Emery Go-Round
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- The Lark
- Santo Mezcal
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- Hotel Californian
- Harbor View Inn
- Hotel Milo Santa Barbara
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has a main hall with ticketing and waiting areas.
- Bus: Several lines available
- Trolley: Downtown Waterfront Shuttle
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available adjacent to the station, with spaces for both short-term and long-term parking.
- The Habit Burger Grill
- Pepe's Mexican Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- Free for passengers
- Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta
- Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta
- Located near the platform
- Free
- The station consists of a single platform with a waiting area and parking facilities nearby.
- Bus: Santa Barbara MTD Line 6, Line 11
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