The cheapest and fastest trains from Santa Barbara, CA to Paso Robles, CA
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€45
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€45
Fastest journey on Sep 19
3 h 52 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
3 h 52 m
Trains on Sep 19
1
Distance
162 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Santa Barbara, CA to Paso Robles, 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 Paso Robles, CA will cost around €45 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €45.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 1 trains from Santa Barbara, CA to Paso Robles, CA, including 1 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 162 km distance in an average of 3 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 52 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 3 h 52 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.
12:21 PM3h52Santa Barbara, CA4:13 PMPaso Robles, CA€451One-way0 transfers
12:21 PM3h52Santa Barbara, CA4:13 PMPaso Robles, CA€451One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Santa Barbara, CA to Paso Robles, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Santa Barbara, CA to Paso Robles, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €63 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 24m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €63, while a train costs an average of €63.
Distance: 100 miles (162 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€63 Average price Cheapest | €20 Average price (fuel + tolls) | |
4h 24m Average total duration Fastest 3h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) | |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Tickets start at around €63 compared to roughly €20 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-42.97. The journey takes 3h 54m versus 2h 1m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Santa Barbara, CA to Paso Robles, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Santa Barbara, CA to Paso Robles, CA trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:21 PM Santa Barbara, CA | 3h52 | 4:13 PM Paso Robles, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Santa Barbara, CA to Paso Robles, CA
Trains from Santa Barbara, CA to Paso Robles, CA run on average 1 times per day, taking around 3h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €63 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:39, the last at 15:05. The fastest train covers the 100 miles (162 km) distance in 3h 52m.
Distance 100 miles (162 km) |
Average train duration 3h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price €63 |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 52m |
First train 6:39 AM |
Last train 3:05 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 2 days |
FAQs: Trains from Santa Barbara, CA to Paso Robles, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santa Barbara, CA to Paso Robles, 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 Paso Robles, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Santa Barbara, CA to Paso Robles, CA
Most Santa Barbara, CA to Paso Robles, CA trains use the Santa Barbara Station to Paso Robles Intermodal Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Santa Barbara, CA and Paso Robles, 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 Paso Robles, 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.
Which Paso Robles, CA station do trains from Santa Barbara, CA arrive at?
Getting to Paso Robles Intermodal Station from Paso Robles city centre
Paso Robles Intermodal Station train station facilities and services
Paso Robles Intermodal Station has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Paso Robles Intermodal Station.
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