Pasadena, CA to Santa Barbara, CA train with Amtrak

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

Showing times and prices for Jan 22

Cheapest

$33

Average

$33

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

06:26PM2h23

Pasadena, CA

08:49PMSanta Barbara, CA

$331One-way

0 transfers

04:26PM2h24

Pasadena, CA

06:50PMSanta Barbara, CA

$331One-way

0 transfers

02:26PM2h29

Pasadena, CA

04:55PMSanta Barbara, CA

$331One-way

0 transfers

Pasadena, CA to Santa Barbara, CA train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, January 22

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
AmtrakAmtrak	06:26PM Pasadena, CA	2h23	08:49PM Santa Barbara, CA	0 transfersDirect
AmtrakAmtrak	04:26PM Pasadena, CA	2h24	06:50PM Santa Barbara, CA	0 transfersDirect
AmtrakAmtrak	02:26PM Pasadena, CA	2h29	04:55PM Santa Barbara, CA	0 transfersDirect
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Fastest train times from Pasadena, CA to Santa Barbara, CA

Showing times and prices for Jan 22

Fastest Journey

2 h 23 m

Average

2 h 25 m

Trains per day

Distance

146 km

Of the 3 trains that leave Pasadena, CA for Santa Barbara, CA every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

06:26PM2h23

Pasadena, CA

08:49PMSanta Barbara, CA

$331One-way

0 transfers

04:26PM2h24

Pasadena, CA

06:50PMSanta Barbara, CA

$331One-way

0 transfers

02:26PM2h29

Pasadena, CA

04:55PMSanta Barbara, CA

$331One-way

0 transfers

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Journey information

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

Trains from Pasadena, CA to Santa Barbara, CA run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $32 (€29) 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

90 miles (145 km)

Average train duration

2h 25m

Cheapest ticket price

$32 (€29)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Train providers

Fastest train

2h 20m

First train

06:53

Last train

19:26

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $17 (€15)

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

Amtrak trains will get you to Santa Barbara, CA from Pasadena, CA from $32 (€29). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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 between Pasadena, CA and Santa Barbara, CA.

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

Average Duration: 2 h 20 min
Cheapest Price: $32

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

FAQs: Travel by train from Pasadena, 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 Pasadena, CA to Santa Barbara, CA.

Cheap train tickets from Pasadena, CA to Santa Barbara, CA can start from as little as $32 (€29) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Pasadena, CA to Santa Barbara, CA is $32 (€29); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Pasadena, CA to Santa Barbara, CA train travel time is 2 h 20 min for the 90 mile (145 km) long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Pasadena, CA to Santa Barbara, CA leaves at 5: 00 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Pasadena, CA to Santa Barbara, CA leaves at 7: 26 PM.

There are 6 trains a day from Pasadena, CA to Santa Barbara, CA which require at least one change with Amtrak. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

When taking a train from Pasadena, 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 between Pasadena, CA and 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 7: 26 PM.

A trip to Santa Barbara, CA from Pasadena, CA is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 20 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Pasadena, CA to Santa Barbara, CA is August.

You have options as you can travel to Santa Barbara, CA from Pasadena, CA 2 different ways: bus or train.