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Compare bus for Santa Barbara, CA to El Monte, CA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Santa Barbara, CA to El Monte, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $28. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $28, and a bus costs an average of $28.
Distance: 98 miles (158 km)
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Most popular Bus | Driving |
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$28 Average price Cheapest | $24 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 19m Average total duration Fastest 3h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Santa Barbara, CA to El Monte, CA
Take a train from Santa Barbara, CA to El Monte, CA and enjoy the approximately 98 miles (158 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:53, the last at 19:26.
Distance 98 miles (158 km) |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 11 |
First train 6:53 AM |
Last train 7:26 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
FAQs: Trains from Santa Barbara, CA to El Monte, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santa Barbara, CA to El Monte, 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 El Monte, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Santa Barbara, CA to El Monte, CA
Most Santa Barbara, CA to El Monte, CA trains use the Santa Barbara Station to Union Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Santa Barbara, CA and El Monte, 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 El Monte, 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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