The cheapest and fastest trains from Santa Barbara, CA to San Bernardino, CA
Cheapest price
$60
Average price
$64
Fastest journey
5 h 4 m
Average duration
6 h 24 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
224 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Santa Barbara, CA to San Bernardino, 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 San Bernardino, CA will cost around $64 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $60.
It's difficult to get from Santa Barbara, CA to San Bernardino, CA without transferring at least once.
6:53 AM5h30Santa Barbara, CA12:23 PMSan Bernardino, CA$601One-way1 transfer
8:49 AM6h34Santa Barbara, CA3:23 PMSan Bernardino, CA$601One-way1 transfer
1:45 PM7h38Santa Barbara, CA9:23 PMSan Bernardino, CA$601One-way1 transfer
6:19 PM5h04Santa Barbara, CA11:23 PMSan Bernardino, CA$601One-way1 transfer
6:50 PM13h39Santa Barbara, CA8:29 AMSan Bernardino, CA$601One-way1 transfer
6:19 PM5h04Santa Barbara, CA11:23 PMSan Bernardino, CA$601One-way1 transfer
6:53 AM5h30Santa Barbara, CA12:23 PMSan Bernardino, CA$601One-way1 transfer
8:49 AM6h34Santa Barbara, CA3:23 PMSan Bernardino, CA$601One-way1 transfer
1:45 PM7h16Santa Barbara, CA9:01 PMSan Bernardino, CA$831One-way2 transfers
1:45 PM7h38Santa Barbara, CA9:23 PMSan Bernardino, CA$601One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Santa Barbara, CA to San Bernardino, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Santa Barbara, CA to San Bernardino, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $53. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $53, and a bus costs an average of $52.
Distance: 139 miles (224 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$56 Average price Cheapest | $70 Average price | $31 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 2m Average total duration Fastest 4h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 3m Average total duration 4h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Santa Barbara, CA to San Bernardino, CA:
A train is $13 (€11) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Santa Barbara, CA to San Bernardino, CA costing on average $70 (€57).
Other travel options to San Bernardino, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 33m.
Tickets start at around $56 (€46) compared to roughly $31 (€25) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-25.52 (€-20.89). The journey takes 4h 32m versus 2h 36m 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 San Bernardino, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Santa Barbara, CA to San Bernardino, CA trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:53 AM Santa Barbara, CA | 5h30 | 12:23 PM San Bernardino, CA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:49 AM Santa Barbara, CA | 6h34 | 3:23 PM San Bernardino, CA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 1:45 PM Santa Barbara, CA | 7h16 | 9:01 PM San Bernardino, CA | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 1:45 PM Santa Barbara, CA | 7h38 | 9:23 PM San Bernardino, CA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:19 PM Santa Barbara, CA | 5h04 | 11:23 PM San Bernardino, CA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:50 PM Santa Barbara, CA | 13h39 | 8:29 AM San Bernardino, CA | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Santa Barbara, CA to San Bernardino, CA
Trains from Santa Barbara, CA to San Bernardino, CA run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $53 (€44) but you can travel from only $52 (€43) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:51, the last at 15:35. The fastest train covers the 139 miles (224 km) distance in 6h 16m.
Distance 139 miles (224 km) |
Average train duration 4h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $53 (€44) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 6h 16m |
First train 5:51 AM |
Last train 3:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Amtrak from Santa Barbara, CA to San Bernardino, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Santa Barbara, CA and San Bernardino, CA from $52 (€43). 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 San Bernardino, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santa Barbara, CA to San Bernardino, 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 San Bernardino, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Santa Barbara, CA to San Bernardino, CA
Most Santa Barbara, CA to San Bernardino, CA trains use the Santa Barbara Station to San Bernardino Depot station pair. Use this guide to compare Santa Barbara, CA and San Bernardino, 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 San Bernardino, 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.
Getting to Goleta Station from Santa Barbara city centre
Goleta Station is 1 km from Santa Barbara city centre. Public transport options include:
Goleta Station train station facilities and services
Goleta Station has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Habit Burger Grill, Pepe's Mexican Restaurant
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Goleta Station. Information desks are located near the platform.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Goleta Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Goleta Station: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Goleta Station: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta, Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta.
Which San Bernardino, CA station do trains from Santa Barbara, CA arrive at?
Getting to San Bernardino Depot from San Bernardino city centre
San Bernardino Depot is 1 km from San Bernardino city centre. Public transport options include:
San Bernardino Depot train station facilities and services
San Bernardino Depot has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Mexico Cafe, Mitla Cafe
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at San Bernardino Depot. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at San Bernardino Depot. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at San Bernardino Depot: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at San Bernardino Depot: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at San Bernardino Depot: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hilton Garden Inn San Bernardino, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel San Bernardino, Homewood Suites by Hilton San Bernardino.
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