

The cheapest and fastest trainsfrom Santa Barbara, CA to Seattle, WAShowing times and prices for Jul 14
Cheapest price
$221
Average price
$251
Fastest journey
31h 36m
Average duration
31h 44m
Trains per day
2
Distance
1482 km
Santa Barbara, CA to Seattle, WA train with Amtrak
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Santa Barbara, CA to Seattle, WA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Santa Barbara, CA to Seattle, WA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $157. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $157, and a flight costs an average of $138.
Distance: 920 miles (1482 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$303 Average price | $348 Average price | $220 Average price Cheapest | $230 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
31h 37m Average total duration 31h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 7m Average total duration Fastest 6h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 34h 59m Average total duration 34h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 5m 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 Seattle, WA:
A bus is $83 (€69) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Santa Barbara, CA to Seattle, WA costing on average $303 (€250).
A bus is $128 (€105) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Santa Barbara, CA to Seattle, WA costing on average $348 (€287).
Other travel options to Seattle, WA take longer:
Train takes on average 31h 7m.
Bus takes on average 34h 29m.
Tickets start at around $303 (€250) compared to roughly $230 (€190) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-73.08 (€-60.22). The journey takes 31h 7m versus 17h 5m 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 Seattle, WA train times
The table below shows live departures for Santa Barbara, CA to Seattle, WA trains for today, Tuesday, July 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
5619 AMTRAK · 719 Gold Runner · 3819 AMTRAK · 14 Coast Starlight | 12:00 PM Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA | 31h51 | 7:51 PM King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 3 transfers | |
14 Coast Starlight | 12:15 PM Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA | 31h36 | 7:51 PM King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Santa Barbara, CA to Seattle, WA
Trains from Santa Barbara, CA to Seattle, WA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 31h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $148 (€122) but you can travel from only $138 (€113) by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 09:55, the last at 12:21. The fastest train covers the 920 miles (1482 km) distance in 31h 30m.
Distance 920 miles (1482 km) |
Average train duration 31h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $148 (€122) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 31h 30m |
First train 9:55 AM |
Last train 12:21 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 5 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Santa Barbara, CA to Seattle, WA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Santa Barbara, CA and Seattle, WA from $138 (€113). 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 Seattle, WA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santa Barbara, CA to Seattle, WA 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 Seattle, WA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Santa Barbara, CA to Seattle, WA
Most Santa Barbara, CA to Seattle, WA trains use the Santa Barbara Station to King Street Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Santa Barbara, CA and Seattle, WA 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 Seattle, WA 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 Seattle, WA station do trains from Santa Barbara, CA arrive at?
Getting to King Street Station from Seattle city centre
King Street Station train station facilities and services
King Street Station has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: The London Plane, Salumi
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at King Street Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at King Street Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at King Street Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at King Street Station: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at King Street Station: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Embassy Suites by Hilton Seattle Downtown Pioneer Square, The Arctic Club Seattle - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel, Best Western Plus Pioneer Square Hotel Downtown.
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