Santa Ana, CA to Santa Barbara, CA train

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

Showing times and prices for Sep 19

Cheapest

$43

Average

$43

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

09:01PM3h45

Santa Ana, CA

12:46AMSanta Barbara, CA

$431One-way

0 transfers

01:01PM3h54

Santa Ana, CA

04:55PMSanta Barbara, CA

$441One-way

0 transfers

Train schedule from Santa Ana, CA to Santa Barbara, CA

Showing trains for tomorrow, Thursday, September 19

Amtrak

01:01PM3h54

Santa Ana, CA

04:55PMSanta Barbara, CA

0 transfers

Amtrak

09:01PM3h45

Santa Ana, CA

12:46AMSanta Barbara, CA

0 transfers

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

Showing times and prices for Sep 19

Fastest Journey

3 h 45 m

Average

3 h 49 m

Trains per day

Distance

185 km

Of the 2 trains that leave Santa Ana, 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.

09:01PM3h45

Santa Ana, CA

12:46AMSanta Barbara, CA

$431One-way

0 transfers

01:01PM3h54

Santa Ana, CA

04:55PMSanta Barbara, CA

$441One-way

0 transfers

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

Distance	114 miles (184 km)
Average train duration	3 h 45 min
Average train ticket price	$43 (€37)
Train frequency	3 a day
Direct train	Yes, there are 3 direct trains a day
Train providers	Amtrak

Trains from Santa Ana, CA to Santa Barbara, CA cover the 114 miles (184 km) long trip taking on average 3 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 route for as low as $42 (€36), but the average price of train tickets is $43 (€37).

Train companies: Amtrak from Santa Ana, CA to Santa Barbara, CA trains

You can travel by train between Santa Ana, CA and Santa Barbara, CA with Amtrak for as low as $43 (€36). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best route.

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 to Santa Barbara, CA from Santa Ana, CA.

Amtrak from Santa Ana, CA to Santa Barbara, CA train information:

Average Duration: 3 h 45 min
Cheapest Price: $43
Amtrak frequency: 3 a day

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

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

Cheap train tickets from Santa Ana, CA to Santa Barbara, CA can start from as little as $42 (€36) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Santa Ana, CA to Santa Barbara, CA is $43 (€37); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The train time to Santa Barbara, CA from Santa Ana, CA is on average 3 h 45 min for the 114 mile (184 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go between Santa Ana, CA and Santa Barbara, CA by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Santa Ana, CA to Santa Barbara, CA leaves at 1: 01 PM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Santa Ana, CA to Santa Barbara, CA leaves at 9: 01 PM.

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

When taking a train from Santa Ana, CA to Santa Barbara, CA, you can count on Amtrak for the best way to get you to Santa Barbara, CA. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Santa Ana, CA and Santa Barbara, CA and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 9: 01 PM.

A trip to Santa Barbara, CA from Santa Ana, CA is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 45 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Santa Ana, CA to Santa Barbara, CA by train is February.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Santa Ana, CA and Santa Barbara, CA including taking a train or bus.