The cheapest and fastest trains from Goleta Station, Goleta, CA to Old Town Station, San Diego, CA
Cheapest price
$63
Average price
$63
Fastest journey
6 h 19 m
Average duration
6 h 20 m
Trains per day
2
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 $63 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $63.
Of the 2 trains that leave Goleta Station, Goleta, CA for Old Town Station, San Diego, CA on Mon, Mar 02, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Mar 02 the direct trains cover the 308 km distance in an average of 6 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 19 m .
On Mon, Mar 02 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.




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 $62. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $62, and a flight costs an average of $134.
Distance: 191 miles (308 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
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$63 Average price Cheapest | $67 Average price | $164 Average price |
6h 52m Average total duration 6h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 27m Average total duration 4h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 1m Average total duration Fastest 3h 1m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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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, Sunday, March 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:31 PM Goleta Station, Goleta, CA | 6h21 | 10:52 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 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $62 (€49) but you can travel from only $55 (€43) by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:30, the last at 21:31. The fastest train covers the 191 miles (308 km) distance in 6h 19m.
Distance 191 miles (308 km) |
Average train duration 6h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $62 (€49) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 6h 19m |
First train 02:30 |
Last train 21:31 |
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 $55 (€43). 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Goleta Station, Goleta, CA to Old Town Station, San Diego, CA
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available with several spaces for commuters and visitors.
- Casa Guadalajara
- Old Town Mexican Cafe
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- $0.25
- Old Town Inn
- Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Diego Old Town
- Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for Amtrak and Coaster trains
- Hall 2: Trolley connections
- Trolley: Green Line
- Bus: Several lines available including 8, 9, 10, 28, 30, 35, 44, 88, 105, 150, 923, 928
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