San Diego, CA to Santa Barbara, CA train

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Cheap train tickets from San Diego, CA to Santa Barbara, CA

Showing times and prices for Oct 15

Cheapest

$50

Average

$50

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

11:01PM5h58

San Diego, CA

04:59AMSanta Barbara, CA

$501One-way

0 transfers

07:01PM5h45

San Diego, CA

12:46AMSanta Barbara, CA

$501One-way

0 transfers

San Diego, CA to Santa Barbara, CA train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, October 15

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
Amtrak	07:01PM San Diego, CA	5h45	12:46AM Santa Barbara, CA	0 transfersDirect
Amtrak	11:01PM San Diego, CA	5h58	04:59AM Santa Barbara, CA	0 transfersDirect
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from San Diego, CA to Santa Barbara, CA?

The best time to book your train from San Diego, CA to Santa Barbara, CA is 21 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the San Diego, CA to Santa Barbara, CA route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from San Diego, CA to Santa Barbara, CA per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from San Diego, CA to Santa Barbara, CA.

Trains

from $51

Buses

from $43

Flights

from $152

Fastest train times from San Diego, CA to Santa Barbara, CA

Showing times and prices for Oct 15

Fastest Journey

5 h 45 m

Average

5 h 51 m

Trains per day

Distance

302 km

Of the 2 trains that leave San Diego, CA for Santa Barbara, CA every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

07:01PM5h45

San Diego, CA

12:46AMSanta Barbara, CA

$501One-way

0 transfers

11:01PM5h58

San Diego, CA

04:59AMSanta Barbara, CA

$501One-way

0 transfers

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Overview: Train from San Diego, CA to Santa Barbara, CA

Distance	187 miles (302 km)
Average train duration	5 h 45 min
Average train ticket price	$50 (€43)
Train frequency	3 a day
Direct train	Yes, there are 3 direct trains a day
Train companies	Amtrak

Trains from San Diego, CA to Santa Barbara, CA cover the 187 miles (302 km) long trip taking on average 5 h 45 min with our travel partners like Amtrak. Normally, there are 3 trains operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this trip for as low as $50 (€43), but the average price of train tickets is $50 (€43).

Train companies: Amtrak from San Diego, CA to Santa Barbara, CA trains

For as little as $50 (€43) you can travel by train between San Diego, CA and Santa Barbara, CA with Amtrak. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this 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 San Diego, CA and Santa Barbara, CA.

San Diego, CA to Santa Barbara, CA train information with Amtrak:

Average Duration: 5 h 36 min
Cheapest Price: $50
Amtrak frequency: 3 a day

FAQs: Trains from San Diego, CA to Santa Barbara, CA

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

Cheap train tickets from San Diego, CA to Santa Barbara, CA can start from as little as $50 (€43) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for San Diego, CA to Santa Barbara, CA is $50 (€43); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The train time from San Diego, CA to Santa Barbara, CA is on average 5 h 45 min for the 187 mile (302 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go between San Diego, CA and Santa Barbara, CA by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from San Diego, CA to Santa Barbara, CA leaves at 11: 01 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from San Diego, CA to Santa Barbara, CA leaves at 11: 01 PM.

Yes, it is possible to travel from San Diego, CA to Santa Barbara, CA without having to change trains with Amtrak. There are 3 direct trains from San Diego, CA to Santa Barbara, CA each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

Take the San Diego, CA to Santa Barbara, CA train with Amtrak. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the trip from San Diego, CA to Santa Barbara, CA as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 01 PM.

The cheapest month for a train from San Diego, CA to Santa Barbara, CA is December.

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