Riverside, CA to Santa Barbara, CA train

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

Showing times and prices for Jan 14

Cheapest

$40

Average

$42

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

01:05PM6h09

Riverside, CA

07:14PMSanta Barbara, CA

$401One-way

0 transfers

04:00PM8h46

Riverside, CA

12:46AMSanta Barbara, CA

$421One-way

0 transfers

10:25PM6h47

Riverside, CA

05:12AMSanta Barbara, CA

$431One-way

0 transfers

Riverside, CA to Santa Barbara, CA train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, January 14

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
Amtrak	01:05PM Riverside, CA	6h09	07:14PM Santa Barbara, CA	0 transfersDirect
Amtrak	10:25PM Riverside, CA	6h47	05:12AM Santa Barbara, CA	0 transfersDirect
Amtrak	04:00PM Riverside, CA	8h46	12:46AM Santa Barbara, CA	0 transfersDirect
This is the last train of the day.

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Fastest train times from Riverside, CA to Santa Barbara, CA

Showing times and prices for Jan 14

Fastest Journey

6 h 9 m

Average

7 h 14 m

Trains per day

Distance

218 km

Of the 3 trains that leave Riverside, 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.

01:05PM6h09

Riverside, CA

07:14PMSanta Barbara, CA

$401One-way

0 transfers

10:25PM6h47

Riverside, CA

05:12AMSanta Barbara, CA

$431One-way

0 transfers

04:00PM8h46

Riverside, CA

12:46AMSanta Barbara, CA

$421One-way

0 transfers

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Journey information

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

Trains from Riverside, CA to Santa Barbara, CA run on average 6 times per day, taking around 7h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $40 (€37) but you can travel from only $29 (€27) 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 $29 (€27)

Distance

135 miles (218 km)

Average train duration

7h 37m

Cheapest ticket price

$40 (€37)

Trains per day

Train providers

Fastest train

6h 2m

First train

06:00

Last train

15:25

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $29 (€27)

Train providers: Amtrak from Riverside, CA to Santa Barbara, CA trains

Travel between Riverside, CA and Santa Barbara, CA from $40 (€37) with Omio’s train partners Amtrak! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most affordable trip for you.

Amtrak is the main train company in the United States and operates medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 American states and 3 Canadian provinces. With over 300 Amtrak trains running daily, you can travel by train across America and explore destinations near and far. Take the Acela train for high-speed services connecting popular cities in the Northeast, the Coast Starlight to travel up and down the stunning West Coast or the Empire Builder to travel from Chicago to the Midwest and the Pacific Northwest among others. Amtrak offers different class options to suit any traveler’s budget with classes like Coach, Business, First and the Sleeper Class, where you can book a Roomette, Bedroom, and Bedroom suite among others for night travel. When you book your train journey to Santa Barbara, CA from Riverside, CA, you can choose between ticket types like Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium.

Train information from Riverside, CA to Santa Barbara, CA with Amtrak:

Average Duration: 6 h 9 min
Cheapest Price: $40

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

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

Cheap train tickets from Riverside, CA to Santa Barbara, CA can start from as little as $40 (€37) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Riverside, CA to Santa Barbara, CA is $41 (€38); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Riverside, CA to Santa Barbara, CA train travel time is 6 h 2 min for the 135 mile (218 km) long trip, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Riverside, CA to Santa Barbara, CA leaves at 6: 00 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Riverside, CA to Santa Barbara, CA leaves at 3: 25 PM.

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

For the best Riverside, CA to Santa Barbara, CA train to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with Amtrak. However, it's always good to check all possible train providers with services between Riverside, CA and Santa Barbara, CA to compare what amenities they may offer.

The cheapest month to travel from Riverside, CA to Santa Barbara, CA by train is March.

You have options as you can travel from Riverside, CA to Santa Barbara, CA 3 different ways: train, flight or bus.