The cheapest and fastest trains from Santa Barbara, CA to Oxnard, CA
Cheapest price
kr179
Average price
kr181
Fastest journey
1 h
Average duration
1 h 4 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
54 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Santa Barbara, CA to Oxnard, 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 Oxnard, CA will cost around kr181 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only kr179.
Of the 3 trains that leave Santa Barbara, CA for Oxnard, CA on Fri, Aug 07, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Aug 07 the direct trains cover the 54 km distance in an average of 1 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h .
On Fri, Aug 07 the slowest trains will take 1 h 11 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.
2:50 AM1h11Santa Barbara, CA4:01 AMOxnard, CAkr1791One-way0 transfers
12:40 AM1h00Santa Barbara, CA1:40 AMOxnard, CAkr1791One-way0 transfers
11:40 PM1h00Santa Barbara, CA12:40 AMOxnard, CAkr1851One-way0 transfers
12:40 AM1h00Santa Barbara, CA1:40 AMOxnard, CAkr1791One-way0 transfers
11:40 PM1h00Santa Barbara, CA12:40 AMOxnard, CAkr1851One-way0 transfers
2:50 AM1h11Santa Barbara, CA4:01 AMOxnard, CAkr1791One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Santa Barbara, CA to Oxnard, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Santa Barbara, CA to Oxnard, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from kr164. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of kr164, and a train costs an average of kr178.
Distance: 33 miles (54 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
kr181 Average price | kr164 Average price Cheapest | kr74 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 36m Average total duration 1h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 25m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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 Oxnard, CA:
A bus is kr17 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Santa Barbara, CA to Oxnard, CA costing on average kr181.
Other travel options to Oxnard, CA take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 6m.
Tickets start at around kr181 compared to roughly kr74 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about kr-106.49. The journey takes 1h 6m versus 44m 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 Oxnard, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Santa Barbara, CA to Oxnard, CA trains for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:50 AM Santa Barbara, CA | 1h11 | 4:01 AM Oxnard, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:40 PM Santa Barbara, CA | 1h00 | 12:40 AM Oxnard, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, August 6 | |||||
![]() | 12:40 AM Santa Barbara, CA | 1h00 | 1:40 AM Oxnard, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Santa Barbara, CA to Oxnard, CA
Trains from Santa Barbara, CA to Oxnard, CA run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at kr178 but you can travel from only kr164 by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:53, the last at 20:59. The fastest train covers the 33 miles (54 km) distance in 1h 0m.
Distance 33 miles (54 km) |
Average train duration 1h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price kr178 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 0m |
First train 6:53 AM |
Last train 8:59 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Amtrak from Santa Barbara, CA to Oxnard, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Santa Barbara, CA and Oxnard, CA from kr164. 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 Oxnard, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santa Barbara, CA to Oxnard, 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 Oxnard, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Santa Barbara, CA to Oxnard, CA
Most Santa Barbara, CA to Oxnard, CA trains use the Santa Barbara Station to Oxnard Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Santa Barbara, CA and Oxnard, CA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Santa Barbara, CA station do trains to Oxnard, CA leave from?
Getting to Santa Barbara Station from Santa Barbara city centre
Santa Barbara Station train station facilities and services
Santa Barbara Station has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Lark, Santo Mezcal
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Santa Barbara Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Santa Barbara Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Santa Barbara Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Santa Barbara Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Santa Barbara Station: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Californian, Harbor View Inn, Hotel Milo Santa Barbara.
Which Oxnard, CA station do trains from Santa Barbara, CA arrive at?
Getting to Oxnard Station from Oxnard city centre
Oxnard Station train station facilities and services
Oxnard Station has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: La Dolce Vita, Tierra Sur at Herzog Wine Cellars
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Oxnard Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Oxnard Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Oxnard Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Oxnard Station: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Oxnard Station: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Courtyard Oxnard Ventura, Hilton Garden Inn Oxnard/Camarillo, Homewood Suites by Hilton Oxnard/Camarillo.
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