The cheapest and fastest trains from Santa Barbara, CA to Grover Beach, CA
Cheapest price
$79
Average price
$79
Fastest journey
2 h 10 m
Average duration
2 h 16 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
115 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Santa Barbara, CA to Grover Beach, 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 Grover Beach, CA will cost around $79 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $79.
Of the 2 trains that leave Santa Barbara, CA for Grover Beach, CA on Fri, Nov 07, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 115 km distance in an average of 2 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 10 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 2 h 21 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.




Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Santa Barbara, CA to Grover Beach, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Santa Barbara, CA to Grover Beach, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 14m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €26, and a bus costs an average of €33.
Distance: 71 miles (115 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€28 Average price Cheapest | €35 Average price |
2h 44m Average total duration Fastest 2h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 26m Average total duration 2h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Santa Barbara, CA to Grover Beach, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Santa Barbara, CA to Grover Beach, CA trains for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:49 PM Santa Barbara, CA | 2h21 | 8:10 PM Grover Beach, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, November 7 | |||||
![]() | 9:58 AM Santa Barbara, CA | 2h10 | 12:08 PM Grover Beach, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Santa Barbara, CA to Grover Beach, CA
Trains from Santa Barbara, CA to Grover Beach, CA run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $33 (€26) if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:31, the last at 19:16. The fastest train covers the 71 miles (115 km) distance in 2h 10m.
Distance 71 miles (115 km) |
Average train duration 2h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $33 (€26) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 10m |
First train 06:31 |
Last train 19:16 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Santa Barbara, CA to Grover Beach, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Santa Barbara, CA and Grover Beach, CA from $33 (€26). 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 Grover Beach, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santa Barbara, CA to Grover Beach, 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 Grover Beach, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Santa Barbara, CA to Grover Beach, 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
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Free
- The station is a Multimodal Transportation Facility with a single platform.
- Bus: Local bus services available
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