Cheapest price
$91
Average price
$113
Fastest journey
9 h 33 m
Average duration
10 h 31 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
446 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from San Francisco, 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 San Francisco, CA to Santa Barbara, CA will cost around $113 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $91.
Of the 4 trains that leave San Francisco, CA for Santa Barbara, CA on Sat, Jun 14, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 14 the direct trains cover the 446 km distance in an average of 10 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 33 m .
On Sat, Jun 14 the slowest trains will take 12 h 36 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from San Francisco, CA to Santa Barbara, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €43. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 19m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg.
Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
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€79 Average price | €61 Average price Cheapest | €263 Average price |
10h 9m Average duration 9h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 51m Average duration 7h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 19m Average duration Fastest 1h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 1.3 - 2.7kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 3:39 PM Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA | 13h01 | 4:40 AM Santa Barbara, CA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:39 PM Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA | 9h33 | 1:12 AM Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:46 PM Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA | 9h44 | 2:30 AM Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 4:46 PM Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA | 10h09 | 2:55 AM Santa Barbara, CA | 1 transfer | |
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Distance 276 miles (445 km) |
Average train duration 9h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $77 (€62) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 9h 33m |
First train 16:39 |
Last train 17:46 |
Travel to Santa Barbara, CA from San Francisco, CA from $57 (€47) with Omio’s train partners Amtrak! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most convenient route for you.
Amtrak is a passenger train service based in the United States. It operates more than 300 trains daily including trains between San Francisco, CA and Santa Barbara, CA, connecting more than 500 destinations in 46 states and three Canadian provinces. Amtrak offers a variety of train types, including the Acela Express, Northeast Regional, Keystone Service, and the Auto Train. The Acela Express is the fastest train, reaching speeds of up to 150 mph. The Northeast Regional is the most popular, offering frequent service between major cities in the Northeast. The Keystone Service is a regional service connecting Philadelphia and Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. The Auto Train is a unique service that allows passengers to transport their cars along with them. Amtrak offers a variety of ticket types, including Saver, Value, Flexible, and Business Class. Saver tickets are the most affordable, while Business Class tickets offer the most amenities, such as complimentary meals and access to the Amtrak Metropolitan Lounge. Onboard facilities vary by train type, but all Amtrak trains offer comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, and power outlets. The most popular routes for Amtrak include the Northeast Corridor, which runs between Washington, D. C. And Boston, and the Pacific Surfliner, which runs between San Diego and San Luis Obispo, California. Other popular routes include the Capitol Corridor, which runs between San Jose and Sacramento, California, and the Empire Builder, which runs between Chicago and Seattle.
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