The cheapest and fastest trains from Santa Barbara, CA to Davis, CA
Cheapest price
€65
Average price
€77
Fastest journey
10 h 50 m
Average duration
12 h 11 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
494 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Santa Barbara, CA to Davis, 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 Davis, CA will cost around €77 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €65.
Of the 2 trains that leave Santa Barbara, CA for Davis, CA on Thu, Aug 06, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct trains cover the 494 km distance in an average of 12 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 h 50 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest trains will take 13 h 32 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.
8:21 PM10h50Santa Barbara, CA7:11 AMDavis, CA€651One-way0 transfers
1:53 PM13h32Santa Barbara, CA3:25 AMDavis, CA€891One-way0 transfers
8:21 PM10h50Santa Barbara, CA7:11 AMDavis, CA€651One-way0 transfers
1:53 PM13h32Santa Barbara, CA3:25 AMDavis, CA€891One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Santa Barbara, CA to Davis, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Santa Barbara, CA to Davis, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €46. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €46, and a flight costs an average of €238.
Distance: 306 miles (494 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€84 Average price | €278 Average price | €67 Average price Cheapest | €69 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 20m Average total duration 10h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 43m Average total duration Fastest 1h 43m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 37m Average total duration 12h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Santa Barbara, CA to Davis, CA:
A bus is €17 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Santa Barbara, CA to Davis, CA costing on average €84.
A bus is €211 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Santa Barbara, CA to Davis, CA costing on average €278.
Other travel options to Davis, CA take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 50m.
Bus takes on average 12h 7m.
Tickets start at around €84 compared to roughly €69 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-15.86. The journey takes 10h 50m versus 5h 48m 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 Davis, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Santa Barbara, CA to Davis, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:53 PM Santa Barbara, CA | 13h32 | 3:25 AM Davis, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:49 PM Santa Barbara, CA | 13h41 | 5:30 AM Davis, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Santa Barbara, CA to Davis, CA
Trains from Santa Barbara, CA to Davis, CA run on average 15 times per day, taking around 10h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €58 but you can travel from only €46 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 22:20. The fastest train covers the 306 miles (494 km) distance in 10h 50m.
Distance 306 miles (494 km) |
Average train duration 10h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price €58 |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 10h 50m |
First train 5:25 AM |
Last train 10:20 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Santa Barbara, CA to Davis, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Santa Barbara, CA and Davis, CA from €46. 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 Davis, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santa Barbara, CA to Davis, 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 Davis, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Santa Barbara, CA to Davis, CA
Most Santa Barbara, CA to Davis, CA trains use the Santa Barbara Station to Davis Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Santa Barbara, CA and Davis, 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 Davis, 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.
Getting to Santa Barbara, University of California from Santa Barbara city centre
Santa Barbara, University of California is 13 km from Santa Barbara city centre. Public transport options include:
Santa Barbara, University of California train station facilities and services
Santa Barbara, University of California has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Food court located nearby on campus.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available for passengers. ATMs are aTM located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Santa Barbara, University of California.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Santa Barbara, University of California: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Santa Barbara, University of California: Wheelchair accessible with elevators and ramps.
Getting to Goleta Station from Santa Barbara city centre
Goleta Station is 1 km from Santa Barbara city centre. Public transport options include:
Goleta Station train station facilities and services
Goleta Station has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Habit Burger Grill, Pepe's Mexican Restaurant
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Goleta Station. Information desks are located near the platform.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Goleta Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Goleta Station: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Goleta Station: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta, Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta.
Which Davis, CA station do trains from Santa Barbara, CA arrive at?
Getting to Davis Station from Davis city centre
Davis Station train station facilities and services
Davis Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, 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: Bistro 33, Burgers and Brew
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Davis Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Davis Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Davis Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Davis Station: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Davis Station.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Best Western University Lodge, Aggie Inn, Ascend Hotel Collection, Hallmark Inn UC Davis.
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