The cheapest and fastest trains from Goleta Station, Goleta, CA to Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA
Cheapest price
$63
Average price
$63
Fastest journey
6 h 28 m
Average duration
6 h 34 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
313 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Goleta Station, Goleta, CA to Santa Fe Depot, 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 Santa Fe Depot, 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 5 trains that leave Goleta Station, Goleta, CA for Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA on Mon, Mar 23, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Mar 23 the direct trains cover the 313 km distance in an average of 6 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 28 m .
On Mon, Mar 23 the slowest trains will take 6 h 41 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.
782 Pacific Surfliner
770 Pacific Surfliner
790 Pacific Surfliner · 4090 AMTRAK
794 Pacific Surfliner · 4094 AMTRAK
774 Pacific Surfliner
770 Pacific Surfliner
794 Pacific Surfliner · 4094 AMTRAK
790 Pacific Surfliner · 4090 AMTRAK
774 Pacific Surfliner
782 Pacific SurflinerTravel Information
Compare train, flight, and bus for Goleta Station, Goleta, CA to Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Goleta Station, Goleta, CA to Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $61. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $61, and a flight costs an average of $196.
Distance: 194 miles (313 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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$61 Average price Cheapest | $71 Average price | $279 Average price |
7h 2m Average total duration 6h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 32m Average total duration 5h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 51m Average total duration Fastest 4h 51m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Goleta Station, Goleta, CA to Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Goleta Station, Goleta, CA to Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA trains for today, Sunday, March 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 2:39 PM Goleta Station, Goleta, CA | 6h28 | 9:07 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Goleta Station, Goleta, CA to Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA
Trains from Goleta Station, Goleta, CA to Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $61 (€49) but you can travel from only $48 (€39) by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:25, the last at 16:31. The fastest train covers the 194 miles (313 km) distance in 6h 26m.
Distance 194 miles (313 km) |
Average train duration 6h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $61 (€49) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 6h 26m |
First train 00:25 |
Last train 16:31 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Goleta Station, Goleta, CA to Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Goleta Station, Goleta, CA and Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA from $48 (€39). 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 Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Goleta Station, Goleta, CA to Santa Fe Depot, 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 Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Goleta Station, Goleta, CA to Santa Fe Depot, 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
- 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby with various public and private options.
- The Fish Market
- Karl Strauss Brewing Company
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- $1.25
- The Westin San Diego
- The Guild Hotel, San Diego, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
- Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego Bay Downtown
- 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
- San Diego Trolley: Blue Line, Green Line
- Bus: Several lines available
- Amtrak: Pacific Surfliner
