The cheapest and fastest trains from Santa Barbara, CA to Newport Beach, CA
Cheapest price
$40
Average price
$41
Fastest journey
4 h 20 m
Average duration
4 h 20 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
186 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Santa Barbara, CA to Newport 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 Newport Beach, CA will cost around $41 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $40.
Of the 2 trains that leave Santa Barbara, CA for Newport Beach, 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 186 km distance in an average of 4 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 20 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest trains will take 4 h 20 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.
8:40 PM4h20Santa Barbara, CA1:00 AMNewport Beach, CA$401One-way0 transfers
7:40 PM4h20Santa Barbara, CA12:00 AMNewport Beach, CA$411One-way0 transfers
8:40 PM4h20Santa Barbara, CA1:00 AMNewport Beach, CA$401One-way0 transfers
7:40 PM4h20Santa Barbara, CA12:00 AMNewport Beach, CA$411One-way0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Santa Barbara, CA to Newport Beach, CA
Trains from Santa Barbara, CA to Newport Beach, CA run on average 22 times per day, taking around 4h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $32 if you book in advance.
There are 14 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 4h 20m.
Distance 115 miles (186 km) |
Average train duration 4h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $32 |
Trains per day 22 |
Direct trains 14 |
Fastest train 4h 20m |
First train 5:49 AM |
Last train 6:57 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Amtrak from Santa Barbara, CA to Newport Beach, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Santa Barbara, CA and Newport Beach, CA from $32. 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 Newport Beach, CA
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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Santa Barbara, CA to Newport Beach, CA
Most Santa Barbara, CA to Newport Beach, CA trains use the Santa Barbara Station to Santa Ana Station 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.
Which Santa Barbara, CA station do trains to Newport Beach, 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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