The cheapest and fastest trains from Simi Valley, CA to Santa Barbara, CA
Cheapest price
$26
Average price
$26
Fastest journey
1 h 41 m
Average duration
1 h 41 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
86 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Simi Valley, CA to Santa Barbara, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Simi Valley, CA to Santa Barbara, 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 Simi Valley, CA for Santa Barbara, CA on Fri, Dec 05, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Dec 05 the direct trains cover the 86 km distance in an average of 1 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 41 m .
On Fri, Dec 05 the slowest trains will take 1 h 41 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 Simi Valley, CA to Santa Barbara, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Simi Valley, CA to Santa Barbara, 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 40m. 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 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 6m Average total duration 3h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Simi Valley, CA to Santa Barbara, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Simi Valley, CA to Santa Barbara, CA trains for today, Thursday, December 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:14 PM Simi Valley, CA | 1h41 | 4:55 PM Santa Barbara, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Simi Valley, CA to Santa Barbara, CA
Trains from Simi Valley, CA to Santa Barbara, CA run on average 13 times per day, taking around 1h 40m. 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 41m.
Distance 53 miles (86 km) |
Average train duration 1h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 (€21) |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 1h 41m |
First train 06:00 |
Last train 20:11 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Simi Valley, CA to Santa Barbara, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Simi Valley, CA and Santa Barbara, 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 Simi Valley, CA to Santa Barbara, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Simi Valley, CA to Santa Barbara, 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 Santa Barbara, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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