The cheapest and fastest trains from San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA to Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA
Cheapest price
$752
Average price
$752
Fastest journey
7 h 46 m
Average duration
7 h 46 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
380 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA to Santa Barbara Station, 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 José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA to Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA will cost around $752 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $752.
Of the 1 trains that leave San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA for Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA on Tue, Dec 23, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 23 the direct trains cover the 380 km distance in an average of 7 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 46 m .
On Tue, Dec 23 the slowest trains will take 7 h 46 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.
11 Coast Starlight
11 Coast StarlightTravel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA to Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA to Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €38. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €38, and a flight costs an average of €68.
Distance: 236 miles (380 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€99 Average price | €72 Average price Cheapest | €312 Average price |
8h 16m Average total duration 7h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 26m Average total duration 6h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 25m Average total duration Fastest 3h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA to Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA to Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA trains for today, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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11 Coast Starlight | 6:26 PM San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA | 7h46 | 2:12 AM Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA to Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA
Trains from San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA to Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 7h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $73 (€59) but you can travel from only $47 (€38) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 17:26, the last at 17:26. The fastest train covers the 236 miles (380 km) distance in 7h 46m.
Distance 236 miles (380 km) |
Average train duration 7h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $73 (€59) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 7h 46m |
First train 17:26 |
Last train 17:26 |
Train companies: Amtrak from San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA to Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA and Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA from $47 (€38). 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 San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA to Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA to Santa Barbara Station, 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 Station, Santa Barbara, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA to Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available 7 days a week, with multiple lots surrounding the station.
- The Farmers Union
- Poor House Bistro
- La Victoria Taqueria
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Hotel De Anza
- The Westin San Jose
- AC Hotel by Marriott San Jose Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has a main hall with ticketing and waiting areas, platforms for Caltrain, Amtrak, and ACE services, and connections to VTA buses and light rail.
- Bus: VTA Bus Lines 22, 64A, 64B, 68, 168, 181
- Light Rail: VTA Green Line
- Caltrain
- Amtrak
- ACE
- 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
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