The cheapest and fastest trains from Santa Barbara, CA to San Clemente, CA
Cheapest price
$45
Average price
$45
Fastest journey
4 h 44 m
Average duration
4 h 44 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
222 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Santa Barbara, CA to San Clemente, 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 Clemente, CA will cost around $45 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $45.
Of the 1 trains that leave Santa Barbara, CA for San Clemente, CA on Sat, May 30, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, May 30 the direct trains cover the 222 km distance in an average of 4 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 44 m .
On Sat, May 30 the slowest trains will take 4 h 44 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.
2:53 PM4h44Santa Barbara, CA7:37 PMSan Clemente, CA$451One-way0 transfers
2:53 PM4h44Santa Barbara, CA7:37 PMSan Clemente, CA$451One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Santa Barbara, CA to San Clemente, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Santa Barbara, CA to San Clemente, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $45. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $45, and a flight costs an average of $120.
Distance: 137 miles (222 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$45 Average price Cheapest | $218 Average price | $47 Average price | $33 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 13m Average total duration 4h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 42m Average total duration Fastest 4h 42m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 16h 19m Average total duration 15h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Santa Barbara, CA to San Clemente, CA:
A train is $2 (€2) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Santa Barbara, CA to San Clemente, CA costing on average $47 (€38).
A train is $173 (€140) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Santa Barbara, CA to San Clemente, CA costing on average $218 (€176).
Other travel options to San Clemente, CA take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 43m.
Bus takes on average 15h 49m.
Tickets start at around $45 (€36) compared to roughly $33 (€26) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-12.42 (€-10.03). The journey takes 4h 43m versus 2h 49m 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 Clemente, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Santa Barbara, CA to San Clemente, CA trains for today, Friday, May 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:40 PM Santa Barbara, CA | 4h57 | 4:37 AM San Clemente, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, May 30 | |||||
![]() | 2:53 PM Santa Barbara, CA | 4h44 | 7:37 PM San Clemente, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Santa Barbara, CA to San Clemente, CA
Trains from Santa Barbara, CA to San Clemente, CA run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $45 (€36) if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 18:19. The fastest train covers the 137 miles (222 km) distance in 4h 44m.
Distance 137 miles (222 km) |
Average train duration 4h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $45 (€36) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 4h 44m |
First train 6:00 AM |
Last train 6:19 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Train companies: Amtrak from Santa Barbara, CA to San Clemente, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Santa Barbara, CA and San Clemente, CA from $45 (€36). 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 Clemente, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santa Barbara, CA to San Clemente, 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 Clemente, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Santa Barbara, CA to San Clemente, 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available adjacent to the station, with spaces for both short-term and long-term parking.
- The Habit Burger Grill
- Pepe's Mexican Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- Free for passengers
- Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta
- Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta
- Located near the platform
- Free
- The station consists of a single platform with a waiting area and parking facilities nearby.
- Bus: Santa Barbara MTD Line 6, Line 11
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