The cheapest and fastest trains from Redlands, CA to Santa Barbara, CA
Cheapest price
$108
Average price
$108
Fastest journey
5 h 35 m
Average duration
6 h 10 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
235 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Redlands, CA to Santa Barbara, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Redlands, CA to Santa Barbara, CA will cost around $108 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $108.
It's difficult to get from Redlands, CA to Santa Barbara, CA without transferring at least 2 times.








Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Redlands, CA to Santa Barbara, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Redlands, CA to Santa Barbara, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $43. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $43, and a flight costs an average of $174.
Distance: 146 miles (235 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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$45 Average price Cheapest | $61 Average price | $316 Average price |
5h 9m Average total duration Fastest 4h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 14m Average total duration 5h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 55m Average total duration 5h 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Redlands, CA to Santa Barbara, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Redlands, CA to Santa Barbara, CA trains for today, Saturday, February 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:00 PM Redlands, CA | 4h46 | 9:46 PM Santa Barbara, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Redlands, CA to Santa Barbara, CA
Trains from Redlands, CA to Santa Barbara, CA run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $43 (€34) but you can travel from only $41 (€32) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:51, the last at 15:25. The fastest train covers the 146 miles (235 km) distance in 4h 46m.
Distance 146 miles (235 km) |
Average train duration 4h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $43 (€34) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 46m |
First train 05:51 |
Last train 15:25 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Metrolink Trains from Redlands, CA to Santa Barbara, CA trainsAmtrak, Metrolink Trains trains will get you between Redlands, CA and Santa Barbara, CA from $41 (€32). 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 Redlands, CA to Santa Barbara, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Redlands, CA to Santa Barbara, 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 Barbara, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Redlands, CA to Santa Barbara, CA
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- The Lark
- Santo Mezcal
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- Hotel Californian
- Harbor View Inn
- Hotel Milo Santa Barbara
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has a main hall with ticketing and waiting areas.
- Bus: Several lines available
- Trolley: Downtown Waterfront Shuttle
- 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
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