The cheapest and fastest trains from Goleta Station, Goleta, CA to Old Town Station, San Diego, CA
Cheapest price
$62
Average price
$62
Fastest journey
6 h 21 m
Average duration
6 h 21 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
308 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Goleta Station, Goleta, CA to Old Town Station, San Diego, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Goleta Station, Goleta, CA to Old Town Station, San Diego, CA will cost around $62 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $62.
Of the 1 trains that leave Goleta Station, Goleta, CA for Old Town Station, San Diego, CA on Thu, Jul 16, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jul 16 the direct trains cover the 308 km distance in an average of 6 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 21 m .
On Thu, Jul 16 the slowest trains will take 6 h 21 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.
3:31 PM6h21Goleta Station, Goleta, CA9:52 PMOld Town Station, San Diego, CA$621One-way0 transfers
3:31 PM6h21Goleta Station, Goleta, CA9:52 PMOld Town Station, San Diego, CA$621One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Goleta Station, Goleta, CA to Old Town Station, San Diego, CA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Goleta Station, Goleta, CA to Old Town Station, San Diego, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $60. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $60, and a flight costs an average of $176.
Distance: 191 miles (308 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$61 Average price Cheapest | $66 Average price | $285 Average price | $53 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 54m Average total duration 6h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 25m Average total duration 4h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 38m Average total duration Fastest 4h 38m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Goleta Station, Goleta, CA to Old Town Station, San Diego, CA:
A train is $6 (€5) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Goleta Station, Goleta, CA to Old Town Station, San Diego, CA costing on average $66 (€55).
A train is $224 (€184) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Goleta Station, Goleta, CA to Old Town Station, San Diego, CA costing on average $285 (€234).
Other travel options to Old Town Station, San Diego, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 55m.
Train takes on average 6h 24m.
Tickets start at around $61 (€50) compared to roughly $53 (€43) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-8.34 (€-6.85). The journey takes 6h 24m versus 4h 20m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Goleta Station, Goleta, CA to Old Town Station, San Diego, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Goleta Station, Goleta, CA to Old Town Station, San Diego, CA trains for today, Wednesday, July 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
782 Pacific Surfliner | 12:29 PM Goleta Station, Goleta, CA | 6h23 | 6:52 PM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
786 Pacific Surfliner | 2:47 PM Goleta Station, Goleta, CA | 6h05 | 8:52 PM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
790 Pacific Surfliner | 4:25 PM Goleta Station, Goleta, CA | 6h26 | 10:51 PM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
794 Pacific Surfliner | 6:38 PM Goleta Station, Goleta, CA | 6h12 | 12:50 AM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, July 16 | |||||
![]() | 3:31 PM Goleta Station, Goleta, CA | 6h21 | 9:52 PM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Goleta Station, Goleta, CA to Old Town Station, San Diego, CA
Trains from Goleta Station, Goleta, CA to Old Town Station, San Diego, CA run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $60 (€49) but you can travel from only $38 (€31) by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:30, the last at 16:31. The fastest train covers the 191 miles (308 km) distance in 6h 20m.
Distance 191 miles (308 km) |
Average train duration 6h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $60 (€49) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 6h 20m |
First train 1:30 AM |
Last train 4:31 PM |
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Low Season Jul - Sep |
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Train companies: Amtrak from Goleta Station, Goleta, CA to Old Town Station, San Diego, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Goleta Station, Goleta, CA and Old Town Station, San Diego, CA from $38 (€31). 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 Goleta Station, Goleta, CA to Old Town Station, San Diego, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Goleta Station, Goleta, CA to Old Town Station, San Diego, 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 Old Town Station, San Diego, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Popular train stations from Goleta Station, Goleta, CA to Old Town Station, San Diego, CA
Most Goleta Station, Goleta, CA to Old Town Station, San Diego, CA trains use the Goleta Station to Santa Fe Depot station pair. Use this guide to compare Goleta Station, Goleta, CA and Old Town Station, San Diego, CA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Goleta Station from Goleta city centre
Goleta Station is 1 km from Goleta city centre. Public transport options include:
Goleta Station train station facilities and services
Goleta Station has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Habit Burger Grill, Pepe's Mexican Restaurant
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Goleta Station. Information desks are located near the platform.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Goleta Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Goleta Station: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Goleta Station: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta, Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta.
Getting to Old Town Station from San Diego city centre
Old Town Station is 5 km from San Diego city centre. Public transport options include:
Old Town Station train station facilities and services
Old Town Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Casa Guadalajara, Old Town Mexican Cafe
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Old Town Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Old Town Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Old Town Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Old Town Station: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Old Town Station: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Town Inn, Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Diego Old Town, Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town.
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