The cheapest and fastest trains from Santa Barbara, CA to Simi Valley, CA
Cheapest price
$26
Average price
$26
Fastest journey
1 h 49 m
Average duration
1 h 49 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
86 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Santa Barbara, CA to Simi Valley, 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 Simi Valley, CA will cost around $26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $26.
Of the 1 trains that leave Santa Barbara, CA for Simi Valley, CA on Sat, Jan 10, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jan 10 the direct trains cover the 86 km distance in an average of 1 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 49 m .
On Sat, Jan 10 the slowest trains will take 1 h 49 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.


Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Santa Barbara, CA to Simi Valley, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Santa Barbara, CA to Simi Valley, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, and a train costs an average of €21.
Distance: 53 miles (86 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€21 Average price | €7 Average price Cheapest |
2h 16m Average total duration Fastest 1h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 6m Average total duration 3h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Why should you book Santa Barbara to Simi Valley trains with Omio?
Amtrak operates all train services from Santa Barbara to Simi Valley. Omio is the only official third party seller for Amtrak tickets.
Why book with Omio vs Amtrak?
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Amtrak with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Santa Barbara to Simi Valley.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Official reseller: Amtrak tickets can only be bought on Omio or Amtrak's website as Omio is the only official third party seller for Amtrak tickets. Trainline, RailEurope, and Rail.Ninja do not sell Amtrak tickets as they are not official sellers.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Santa Barbara to Simi Valley.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Santa Barbara, CA to Simi Valley, CA
Trains from Santa Barbara, CA to Simi Valley, CA run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $26 (€21) but you can travel from only $9 (€7) by bus.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 20:11. The fastest train covers the 53 miles (86 km) distance in 1h 49m.
Distance 53 miles (86 km) |
Average train duration 1h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 (€21) |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 1h 49m |
First train 06:00 |
Last train 20:11 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Santa Barbara, CA to Simi Valley, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Santa Barbara, CA and Simi Valley, CA from $9 (€7). 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 Simi Valley, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santa Barbara, CA to Simi Valley, 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 Simi Valley, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Santa Barbara, CA to Simi Valley, 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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