The cheapest and fastest trains from Santa Barbara, CA to Fullerton, CA
Cheapest price
$40
Average price
$40
Fastest journey
3 h 50 m
Average duration
3 h 50 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
174 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Santa Barbara, CA to Fullerton, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Santa Barbara, CA to Fullerton, CA will cost around $40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $40.
Of the 1 trains that leave Santa Barbara, CA for Fullerton, CA on Sun, Jun 07, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 07 the direct trains cover the 174 km distance in an average of 3 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 50 m .
On Sun, Jun 07 the slowest trains will take 3 h 50 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.
4:49 PM3h50Santa Barbara, CA8:39 PMFullerton, CA$401One-way0 transfers
4:49 PM3h50Santa Barbara, CA8:39 PMFullerton, CA$401One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Santa Barbara, CA to Fullerton, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Santa Barbara, CA to Fullerton, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $39. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $39, and a flight costs an average of $250.
Distance: 108 miles (174 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$40 Average price Cheapest | $62 Average price | $383 Average price | $24 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 28m Average total duration 3h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 51m Average total duration 7h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Santa Barbara, CA to Fullerton, CA:
A train is $21 (€17) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Santa Barbara, CA to Fullerton, CA costing on average $62 (€50).
A train is $343 (€279) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Santa Barbara, CA to Fullerton, CA costing on average $383 (€312).
Other travel options to Fullerton, CA take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 58m.
Bus takes on average 7h 21m.
Tickets start at around $40 (€33) compared to roughly $24 (€20) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-15.75 (€-12.83). The journey takes 3h 58m versus 2h 31m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Santa Barbara, CA to Fullerton, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Santa Barbara, CA to Fullerton, CA trains for today, Saturday, June 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
770 Pacific Surfliner | 6:39 AM Goleta Station, Goleta, CA | 4h00 | 10:39 AM Fullerton Station, Fullerton, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
770 Pacific Surfliner | 6:53 AM Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA | 3h46 | 10:39 AM Fullerton Station, Fullerton, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
774 Pacific Surfliner | 8:31 AM Goleta Station, Goleta, CA | 4h08 | 12:39 PM Fullerton Station, Fullerton, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
774 Pacific Surfliner | 8:49 AM Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA | 3h50 | 12:39 PM Fullerton Station, Fullerton, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
14 Coast Starlight · 794 Pacific Surfliner | 12:21 PM Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA | 10h18 | 10:39 PM Fullerton Station, Fullerton, CA | 1 transfer | |
782 Pacific Surfliner | 12:26 PM Goleta Station, Goleta, CA | 4h13 | 4:39 PM Fullerton Station, Fullerton, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
782 Pacific Surfliner | 12:40 PM Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA | 3h59 | 4:39 PM Fullerton Station, Fullerton, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
786 Pacific Surfliner | 2:35 PM Goleta Station, Goleta, CA | 4h04 | 6:39 PM Fullerton Station, Fullerton, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
786 Pacific Surfliner | 2:57 PM Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA | 3h42 | 6:39 PM Fullerton Station, Fullerton, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
790 Pacific Surfliner | 4:25 PM Goleta Station, Goleta, CA | 4h14 | 8:39 PM Fullerton Station, Fullerton, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
790 Pacific Surfliner | 4:40 PM Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA | 3h59 | 8:39 PM Fullerton Station, Fullerton, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
11 Coast Starlight · 794 Pacific Surfliner | 6:19 PM Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA | 4h20 | 10:39 PM Fullerton Station, Fullerton, CA | 1 transfer | |
11 Coast Starlight · 5818 AMTRAK | 6:19 PM Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA | 8h51 | 3:10 AM Fullerton Station, Fullerton, CA | 1 transfer | |
794 Pacific Surfliner | 6:38 PM Goleta Station, Goleta, CA | 4h01 | 10:39 PM Fullerton Station, Fullerton, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
794 Pacific Surfliner | 7:00 PM Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA | 3h39 | 10:39 PM Fullerton Station, Fullerton, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Santa Barbara, CA to Fullerton, CA
Trains from Santa Barbara, CA to Fullerton, CA run on average 13 times per day, taking around 3h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $39 (€32) if you book in advance.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 19:00. The fastest train covers the 108 miles (174 km) distance in 3h 49m.
Distance 108 miles (174 km) |
Average train duration 3h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $39 (€32) |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 3h 49m |
First train 6:00 AM |
Last train 7:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 5 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Santa Barbara, CA to Fullerton, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Santa Barbara, CA and Fullerton, CA from $39 (€32). 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 Santa Barbara, CA to Fullerton, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santa Barbara, CA to Fullerton, 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 Fullerton, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Santa Barbara, CA to Fullerton, CA
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available adjacent to the station, with spaces for both short-term and long-term parking.
- The Habit Burger Grill
- Pepe's Mexican Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- Free for passengers
- Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta
- Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta
- Located near the platform
- Free
- The station consists of a single platform with a waiting area and parking facilities nearby.
- Bus: Santa Barbara MTD Line 6, Line 11
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with entrances on Santa Fe Avenue and Pomona Avenue.
- The Old Spaghetti Factory
- Heroes Bar & Grill
- Outside the main entrance.
- $0.50
- Fullerton Marriott at California State University
- The Hotel Fullerton Anaheim
- Holiday Inn Express Fullerton
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: access to platforms 1 & 2 for Metrolink
- Hall 3: access to platform 3 for Amtrak
- Bus: OCTA routes 26, 43, 47, 143, 543
- Amtrak Thruway Bus Service
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