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Orange County Museum of Art
Contemporary art museum on the oceanfront with California-focused exhibitions, sculpture garden, and strong modern collections.
The table below shows live departures for Santa Barbara, CA to Newport Beach, CA trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:40 PM Santa Barbara, CA | 4h20 | 12:00 AM Newport Beach, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:40 PM Santa Barbara, CA | 4h20 | 1:00 AM Newport Beach, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Santa Barbara, CA to Newport Beach, CA run on average 20 times per day, taking around 4h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $41 if you book in advance.
There are 15 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:49, the last at 18:57. The fastest train covers the 115 miles (186 km) distance in 3h 30m.
Distance 115 miles (186 km) |
Average train duration 4h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $41 |
Trains per day 20 |
Direct trains 15 |
Fastest train 3h 30m |
First train 5:49 AM |
Last train 6:57 PM |
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Discover the best of Newport Beach, CA — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Newport Beach, CA trip today.
Contemporary art museum on the oceanfront with California-focused exhibitions, sculpture garden, and strong modern collections.
Local history museum in a 1900s Balboa Island cottage with exhibits on harbor life, island development, and community heritage.
University art museum nearby with rotating exhibitions, California art, and a calm campus setting close to Newport Beach.
Scenic island neighborhood with a waterfront path, compact lanes, bay views, and a relaxed village atmosphere for strolling.
Large coastal preserve with trails, birdwatching, and viewpoints across wetlands. A favorite for walking and nature photography.
Oceanfront state park with blufftop paths, beaches, and easy access to tidepools and coastal scenery in Corona del Mar.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santa Barbara, CA to Newport 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 Newport Beach, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Santa Barbara, CA to Newport Beach, CA trains use the Santa Barbara Station to Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center station pair. Use this guide to compare Santa Barbara, CA and Newport Beach, CA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options include: The Lark, Santo Mezcal
Ticket office support is available at Santa Barbara Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Santa Barbara Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Santa Barbara Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Santa Barbara Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Santa Barbara Station: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Californian, Harbor View Inn, Hotel Milo Santa Barbara.
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