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The cheapest and fastest trainsfrom Santa Barbara, CA to San Clemente, CAShowing times and prices for Jul 14
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Santa Barbara, CA to San Clemente, CA train with Amtrak
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 $44. 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 $44, and a flight costs an average of $117.
Distance: 137 miles (222 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
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$44 Average price Cheapest | $214 Average price | $46 Average price | $32 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 $46 (€38).
A train is $169 (€140) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Santa Barbara, CA to San Clemente, CA costing on average $214 (€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 $44 (€36) compared to roughly $32 (€26) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-12.17 (€-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.
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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, Tuesday, July 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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![]() | 6:50 PM Santa Barbara, CA | 14h47 | 9:37 AM San Clemente, CA | 1 transfer | |
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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 $44 (€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 $44 (€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 |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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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 $44 (€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
Most Santa Barbara, CA to San Clemente, CA trains use the Santa Barbara Station to San Clemente Pier station pair. Use this guide to compare Santa Barbara, CA and San Clemente, 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 Clemente, 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 Clemente, CA station do trains from Santa Barbara, CA arrive at?
Getting to San Clemente Pier from San Clemente city centre
San Clemente Pier is 1 km from San Clemente city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
San Clemente Pier train station facilities and services
San Clemente Pier has practical services for this route, including Dining and Accessibility.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at San Clemente Pier.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at San Clemente Pier.
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