Escondido, CA to Santa Barbara, CA train

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Deutsche Bahn
Italo
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Frecciarossa
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Frecciarossa
1,000+ travel companies
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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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€38

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€34

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5h 31m

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6h 25m

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5h 55m

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Compare prices and tickets Escondido, CA to Santa Barbara, CA by bus or train

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Overview: Train from Escondido, CA to Santa Barbara, CA

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Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $36 (€29)
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.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $36 (€29)

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.

FAQs
Typically, spending 2 to 3 days in Santa Barbara, CA is ideal to explore its beautiful beaches, vibrant downtown, and cultural attractions.
In Santa Barbara, CA, visitors can explore State Street for shopping, dining, and entertainment, visit the Santa Barbara Museum of Art, and take a wine tasting tour in the Santa Ynez Valley. For outdoor activities, enjoy a scenic hike in the Santa Ynez Mountains and visit the Santa Barbara Maritime Museum. Best sights include the historic Santa Barbara Mission, Stearns Wharf, Santa Barbara Botanic Garden, Santa Barbara Zoo, and the unique Lotusland botanical garden.
A day trip from Escondido, CA to Santa Barbara, CA is not feasible given that the travel time is 5h 1m and the distance is 174 miles (281 km). There are 18 trips available per day by train.
Train ticket prices from Escondido, CA to Santa Barbara, CA can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $47 (€38), while the average price is around $47 (€38).
The distance by train from Escondido, CA to Santa Barbara, CA is 174 miles (281 km).
The train station in Escondido, CA that goes to Santa Barbara, CA is Oceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside, CA, which connects to Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA.
The cheapest way to get from Escondido, CA to Santa Barbara, CA is by bus, with a cost of around $36 (€29).
No, you cannot take the train from Escondido, CA to Santa Barbara, CA.
The train from Escondido, CA to Santa Barbara, CA takes 5h 1m and runs 18 per day.
The first train from Escondido, CA to Santa Barbara, CA leaves at 4:40 AM.
The last train from Escondido, CA to Santa Barbara, CA leaves at 6:50 PM.
There is no direct train service currently available from Escondido, CA to Santa Barbara, CA.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Escondido, CA to Santa Barbara, CA.
The train journey from Escondido, CA to Santa Barbara, CA is quite scenic, offering views of the Pacific Ocean, rolling hills, and charming coastal towns along the route.

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Popular train stations from Escondido, CA to Santa Barbara, CA

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Santa Barbara
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HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
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Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
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Number of platforms
2
Parking
Parking
  • Parking is available at the station.
Dining
Dining
  • The Lark
  • Santo Mezcal
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Ramps, restrooms.
WC
WC
  • $1
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel Californian
  • Harbor View Inn
  • Hotel Milo Santa Barbara
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • The station has a main hall with ticketing and waiting areas.
Public transit options for Santa Barbara Station
  • Bus: Several lines available
  • Trolley: Downtown Waterfront Shuttle
Goleta StationParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation DeskLuggage Carts
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
platformCount
Number of platforms
1
Parking
Parking
  • Parking is available adjacent to the station, with spaces for both short-term and long-term parking.
Dining
Dining
  • The Habit Burger Grill
  • Pepe's Mexican Restaurant
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Ramps.
WC
WC
  • Free for passengers
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta
  • Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located near the platform
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • The station consists of a single platform with a waiting area and parking facilities nearby.
Public transit options for Goleta Station
  • Bus: Santa Barbara MTD Line 6, Line 11

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