Santa Barbara, CA to Salinas, CA train

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Cheap train tickets from Santa Barbara, CA to Salinas, CA

Showing times and prices for Jan 15

Cheapest

$91

Average

$91

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Santa Barbara, CA to Salinas, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

07:21PM5h49

Santa Barbara, CA

01:10AMSalinas, CA

$911One-way

0 transfers

Santa Barbara, CA to Salinas, CA train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, January 15

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers	Tickets
Amtrak	07:21PM Santa Barbara, CA	5h49	01:10AM Salinas, CA	0 transfersDirect
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Fastest train times from Santa Barbara, CA to Salinas, CA

Showing times and prices for Jan 15

Fastest Journey

5 h 49 m

Average

5 h 49 m

Trains per day

Distance

307 km

Of the 1 trains that leave Santa Barbara, CA for Salinas, CA every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

07:21PM5h49

Santa Barbara, CA

01:10AMSalinas, CA

$911One-way

0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Santa Barbara, CA to Salinas, CA

Trains from Santa Barbara, CA to Salinas, CA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 5h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $40 (€36) but you can travel from only $35 (€32) by bus.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $35 (€32)

Distance

190 miles (307 km)

Average train duration

5h 49m

Cheapest ticket price

$40 (€36)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Train providers

Fastest train

5h 49m

First train

07:45

Last train

16:40

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $35 (€32)

Train providers: Amtrak from Santa Barbara, CA to Salinas, CA trains

Buy your official Amtrak train tickets between Santa Barbara, CA and Salinas, CA from $90 (€82) with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most convenient trip.

Amtrak is the main train company in the United States and operates medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 American states and 3 Canadian provinces. With over 300 Amtrak trains running daily, you can travel by train across America and explore destinations near and far. Take the Acela train for high-speed services connecting popular cities in the Northeast, the Coast Starlight to travel up and down the stunning West Coast or the Empire Builder to travel from Chicago to the Midwest and the Pacific Northwest among others. Amtrak offers different class options to suit any traveler’s budget with classes like Coach, Business, First and the Sleeper Class, where you can book a Roomette, Bedroom, and Bedroom suite among others for night travel. When you book your train journey from Santa Barbara, CA to Salinas, CA, you can choose between ticket types like Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium.

Amtrak from Santa Barbara, CA to Salinas, CA train information:

Average Duration: 5 h 49 min
Cheapest Price: $90
Amtrak frequency: 5 a day

FAQs: Trains from Santa Barbara, CA to Salinas, CA

FAQs: Travel by train from Santa Barbara, CA to Salinas, CA easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Santa Barbara, CA to Salinas, CA.

Cheap train tickets from Santa Barbara, CA to Salinas, CA can start from as little as $40 (€36) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Santa Barbara, CA to Salinas, CA is $67 (€61); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The train time between Santa Barbara, CA and Salinas, CA is on average 5 h 49 min for the 190 mile (307 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go between Santa Barbara, CA and Salinas, CA by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Santa Barbara, CA to Salinas, CA leaves at 7: 45 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Santa Barbara, CA to Salinas, CA leaves at 4: 40 PM.

Yes, it is possible to travel from Santa Barbara, CA to Salinas, CA without having to change trains with Amtrak. There is 1 direct train from Santa Barbara, CA to Salinas, CA each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

When taking a train from Santa Barbara, CA to Salinas, CA, you can count on Amtrak for the best way to get you to Salinas, CA. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service to Salinas, CA from Santa Barbara, CA and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

The cheapest month for a train from Santa Barbara, CA to Salinas, CA is September.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Santa Barbara, CA and Salinas, CA including taking a train, bus or flight.

Popular train stations from Santa Barbara, CA to Salinas, CA

Santa Barbara

Salinas

The major train station for departures in Santa Barbara is Santa Barbara Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Santa Barbara Station for your trip from Santa Barbara to Salinas.

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