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Compare bus and train for Escondido, CA to Santa Barbara, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Escondido, CA to Santa Barbara, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €29. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €29, and a train costs an average of €38.
Distance: 174 miles (281 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€38 Average price | €34 Average price Cheapest |
5h 31m Average total duration Fastest 5h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 25m Average total duration 5h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Escondido, CA to Santa Barbara, CA
Distance 174 miles (281 km) |
Average train duration 5h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $47 (€38) |
Trains per day 18 |
Direct trains 15 |
Fastest train 5h 1m |
First train 04:40 |
Last train 18:50 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Escondido, CA to Santa Barbara, CA start from as low as $47 (€38) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $47 (€38) depending on the train type and class.
FAQs: Trains from Escondido, CA to Santa Barbara, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Escondido, 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 Escondido, CA to Santa Barbara, CA
- 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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