Santa Barbara, CA to San Jose, CA train

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Cheap train tickets from Santa Barbara, CA to San Jose, CA

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Cheapest

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

Cheapest
Amtrak
14 Coast Starlight
12:21PM7h25
Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA
07:46PMSan José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA
$821One-way
0 transfers

Santa Barbara, CA to San Jose, CA train times

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfersTickets
Amtrak
14 Coast Starlight
12:21PM Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA7h25 07:46PM San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA0 transfersDirect

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Santa Barbara, CA to San Jose, CA?

The best time to book your train from Santa Barbara, CA to San Jose, CA is 56 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Santa Barbara, CA to San Jose, CA route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Santa Barbara, CA to San Jose, CA per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Santa Barbara, CA to San Jose, CA.

Fastest train times from Santa Barbara, CA to San Jose, CA

Showing times and prices for Oct 16

Fastest Journey

7 h 25 m

Average

7 h 25 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

380 km

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

Fastest
Amtrak
14 Coast Starlight
12:21PM7h25
Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA
07:46PMSan José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA
$821One-way
0 transfers

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Overview: Train from Santa Barbara, CA to San Jose, CA

distanceDistance236 miles (380 km)
durationAverage train duration7 h 25 min
priceAverage train ticket price$174 (€150)
frequencyTrain frequency1 a day
changesDirect trainYes, there is 1 direct train a day
carriersTrain companiesAmtrak

Trains from Santa Barbara, CA to San Jose, CA cover the 236 miles (380 km) long trip taking on average 7 h 25 min with our travel partners like Amtrak. Normally, there is 1 train operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this journey costs around $174 (€150), you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as $82 (€71).

Train providers: Amtrak from Santa Barbara, CA to San Jose, CA trains

For as little as $66 (€57) you can travel by train from Santa Barbara, CA to San Jose, CA with Amtrak. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this route.

Amtrak is a passenger train service based in the United States. It operates more than 300 trains daily including trains to San Jose, CA from Santa Barbara, CA, connecting more than 500 destinations in 46 states and three Canadian provinces. Amtrak offers a variety of train types, including the Acela Express, Northeast Regional, Keystone Service, and the Auto Train. The Acela Express is the fastest train, reaching speeds of up to 150 mph. The Northeast Regional is the most popular, offering frequent service between major cities in the Northeast. The Keystone Service is a regional service connecting Philadelphia and Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. The Auto Train is a unique service that allows passengers to transport their cars along with them. Amtrak offers a variety of ticket types, including Saver, Value, Flexible, and Business Class. Saver tickets are the most affordable, while Business Class tickets offer the most amenities, such as complimentary meals and access to the Amtrak Metropolitan Lounge. Onboard facilities vary by train type, but all Amtrak trains offer comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, and power outlets. The most popular routes for Amtrak include the Northeast Corridor, which runs between Washington, D. C. And Boston, and the Pacific Surfliner, which runs between San Diego and San Luis Obispo, California. Other popular routes include the Capitol Corridor, which runs between San Jose and Sacramento, California, and the Empire Builder, which runs between Chicago and Seattle.

Amtrak from Santa Barbara, CA to San Jose, CA train information:

  • Average Duration: 6 h 40 min
  • Cheapest Price: $66
  • Amtrak frequency: 5 a day

FAQs: Trains from Santa Barbara, CA to San Jose, CA

FAQs: Travel by train from Santa Barbara, CA to San Jose, 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 San Jose, CA.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Santa Barbara, CA to San Jose, CA can start from as little as $82 (€71) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Santa Barbara, CA to San Jose, CA is $174 (€150); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Santa Barbara, CA to San Jose, CA train travel time is 7 h 25 min   for the 236 mile (380 km) long trip, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The train from Santa Barbara, CA to San Jose, CA leaves at 7: 21 PM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
Yes, there is 1 direct train a day from Santa Barbara, CA to San Jose, CA with Amtrak. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
Take the Santa Barbara, CA to San Jose, CA train with Amtrak. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the route from Santa Barbara, CA to San Jose, CA as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 7: 21 PM.
The cheapest month for a train from Santa Barbara, CA to San Jose, CA is May.
You have options as you can travel from Santa Barbara, CA to San Jose, CA 3 different ways: train, bus or flight.

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