Oceanside, CA to Santa Barbara, CA train from $17 (€15) with Amtrak

Cheap train tickets from Oceanside, CA to Santa Barbara, CA

Showing times and prices for Dec 08

Cheapest

$46

Average

$46

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oceanside, CA to Santa Barbara, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

01:57PM4h53

Oceanside, CA

06:50PMSanta Barbara, CA

$461One-way

0 transfers

Oceanside, CA to Santa Barbara, CA train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Sunday, December 8

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers	Tickets
Amtrak	01:57PM Oceanside, CA	4h53	06:50PM Santa Barbara, CA	0 transfersDirect
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Fastest train times from Oceanside, CA to Santa Barbara, CA

Showing times and prices for Dec 08

Fastest Journey

4 h 53 m

Average

4 h 53 m

Trains per day

Distance

254 km

Of the 1 trains that leave Oceanside, CA for Santa Barbara, CA every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

01:57PM4h53

Oceanside, CA

06:50PMSanta Barbara, CA

$461One-way

0 transfers

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Journey information

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

Trains from Oceanside, CA to Santa Barbara, CA run on average 12 times per day, taking around 4h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $44 (€39) but you can travel from only $17 (€15) by bus.

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 $17 (€15)

Distance

157 miles (253 km)

Average train duration

4h 58m

Cheapest ticket price

$44 (€39)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Train providers

Fastest train

4h 49m

First train

04:40

Last train

22:25

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $17 (€15)

Train companies: Amtrak from Oceanside, CA to Santa Barbara, CA trains

Travel from Oceanside, CA to Santa Barbara, CA from $50 (€44) with Omio’s train partners Amtrak! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most popular trip for you.

Amtrak is the main train company in the United States operating medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 US states as well as in 3 Canadian provinces. There are over 300 Amtrak trains running daily. With Amtrak you can travel by train across the country and explore destinations near and far with routes such as the Northeast Regional connecting cities in the East Coast, the Coast Starlight connecting destinations up and down the West Coast, the Empire Builder connecting Chicago and Midwestern cities to the Northwest, and many more. Amtrak offers different class options suiting any budget, from Coach Class to Business Class, First Class, and the Sleeper Class, where you can book a Roomette, Bedroom, and Bedroom suite among others for night travel. There are several different ticket types including Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium for you to book for your next train journey from Oceanside, CA to Santa Barbara, CA.

Oceanside, CA to Santa Barbara, CA train information with Amtrak:

Average Duration: 5 h 29 min
Cheapest Price: $50
Amtrak frequency: 3 a day

FAQs: Trains from Oceanside, CA to Santa Barbara, CA

FAQs: Travel by train from Oceanside, CA to Santa Barbara, CA easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Oceanside, CA to Santa Barbara, CA.

Cheap train tickets from Oceanside, CA to Santa Barbara, CA can start from as little as $44 (€39) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Oceanside, CA to Santa Barbara, CA is $46 (€40); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by train from Oceanside, CA to Santa Barbara, CA is 4 h 49 min to travel the 157 mile (253 km) long trip, with around there are 12 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Oceanside, CA to Santa Barbara, CA leaves at 4: 40 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Oceanside, CA to Santa Barbara, CA leaves at 10: 25 PM.

Yes, it is possible to travel from Oceanside, CA to Santa Barbara, CA without having to change trains with Amtrak. There are 7 direct trains from Oceanside, CA to Santa Barbara, CA each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

When taking a train from Oceanside, CA to Santa Barbara, CA, you can count on Amtrak for the best way to get you to Santa Barbara, CA. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service from Oceanside, CA to Santa Barbara, CA and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 10: 25 PM.

A trip to Santa Barbara, CA from Oceanside, CA is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 49 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Oceanside, CA to Santa Barbara, CA by train is October.

You have options as you can travel between Oceanside, CA and Santa Barbara, CA 3 different ways: bus, train or flight.

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

Oceanside

Santa Barbara

The major train station for departures in Oceanside is Oceanside Transportation Center. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Oceanside Transportation Center for your trip from Oceanside to Santa Barbara.

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