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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Santa Barbara, CA to Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA
Cheapest price
$119
Average price
$119
Fastest journey
7 h 24 m
Average duration
7 h 24 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
311 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Santa Barbara, CA to Carmel-By-The-Sea, 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 Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA will cost around $119 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $119.
Of the 1 trains that leave Santa Barbara, CA for Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA on Thu, Jun 18, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jun 18 the direct trains cover the 311 km distance in an average of 7 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 24 m .
On Thu, Jun 18 the slowest trains will take 7 h 24 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.
7:21 PM7h24Santa Barbara, CA2:45 AMCarmel-By-The-Sea, CA$1191One-way0 transfers
- 7:21 PM7h24Santa Barbara, CA2:45 AMCarmel-By-The-Sea, CA$1191One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Santa Barbara, CA to Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Santa Barbara, CA to Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $105. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $105, and a flight costs an average of $217.
Distance: 193 miles (311 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$272 Average price | $105 Average price Cheapest | $313 Average price |
7h 54m Average total duration Fastest 7h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 52m Average total duration 11h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 19m Average total duration 8h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Santa Barbara, CA to Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA:
A bus is $166 (€136) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Santa Barbara, CA to Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA costing on average $272 (€222).
A bus is $208 (€170) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Santa Barbara, CA to Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA costing on average $313 (€256).
Other travel options to Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA take longer:
Flight takes on average 8h 19m.
Bus takes on average 11h 22m.
Live departures
Santa Barbara, CA to Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Santa Barbara, CA to Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA trains for tomorrow, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:21 PM Santa Barbara, CA | 7h24 | 2:45 AM Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Santa Barbara, CA to Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA
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Trains from Santa Barbara, CA to Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA run on average 1 times per day, taking around 7h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $119 (€97) but you can travel from only $105 (€86) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 09:50, the last at 12:21. The fastest train covers the 193 miles (311 km) distance in 7h 24m.
Distance 193 miles (311 km) |
Average train duration 7h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $119 (€97) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 7h 24m |
First train 9:50 AM |
Last train 12:21 PM |
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High Season Oct - Dec |
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FAQs: Trains from Santa Barbara, CA to Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santa Barbara, CA to Carmel-By-The-Sea, 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 Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Santa Barbara, CA to Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA
Most Santa Barbara, CA to Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA trains use the Santa Barbara Station to Carmel-By-The-Sea, Rio Rd (Chevron Station) station pair. Use this guide to compare Santa Barbara, CA and Carmel-By-The-Sea, 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 Carmel-By-The-Sea, 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.
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