The cheapest and fastest trains from Santa Barbara, CA to Orange, CA
Cheapest price
$41
Average price
$41
Fastest journey
3 h 50 m
Average duration
3 h 50 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
184 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Santa Barbara, CA to Orange, 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 Orange, CA will cost around $41 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $41.
Of the 1 trains that leave Santa Barbara, CA for Orange, CA on Tue, Mar 17, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Mar 17 the direct trains cover the 184 km distance in an average of 3 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 50 m .
On Tue, Mar 17 the slowest trains will take 3 h 50 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 bus, train, and flight for Santa Barbara, CA to Orange, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Santa Barbara, CA to Orange, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $36. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $36, and a flight costs an average of $251.
Distance: 114 miles (184 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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$39 Average price Cheapest | $439 Average price | $52 Average price |
4h 30m Average total duration 4h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 38m Average total duration Fastest 1h 38m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 33m Average total duration 7h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Santa Barbara, CA to Orange, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Santa Barbara, CA to Orange, CA trains for today, Monday, March 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:40 PM Santa Barbara, CA | 4h08 | 8:48 PM Orange, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:50 PM Santa Barbara, CA | 3h58 | 10:48 PM Orange, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Santa Barbara, CA to Orange, CA
Trains from Santa Barbara, CA to Orange, CA run on average 23 times per day, taking around 4h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $36 (€29) if you book in advance.
There are 15 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:01, the last at 18:57. The fastest train covers the 114 miles (184 km) distance in 3h 50m.
Distance 114 miles (184 km) |
Average train duration 4h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $36 (€29) |
Trains per day 23 |
Direct trains 15 |
Fastest train 3h 50m |
First train 06:01 |
Last train 18:57 |
Cheapest month Aug |
Cheapest day Mon |
High season Jul - Sep |
Low season Apr - Jun |
Busiest day Tue |
Least busy day Tue |
Best day to book ahead 1 day |
Train companies: Amtrak from Santa Barbara, CA to Orange, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Santa Barbara, CA and Orange, CA from $36 (€29). 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 Orange, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santa Barbara, CA to Orange, 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 Orange, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Santa Barbara, CA to Orange, 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
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