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Compare bus and train for Walnut Creek, CA to Santa Barbara, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Walnut Creek, CA to Santa Barbara, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €34. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €34, and a flight costs an average of €102.
Distance: 274 miles (442 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€65 Average price | €37 Average price Cheapest | €102 Average price |
9h 44m Average total duration 9h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 24m Average total duration 8h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 14m Average total duration Fastest 1h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Walnut Creek, CA to Santa Barbara, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Walnut Creek, CA to Santa Barbara, CA trains for today, Friday, November 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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 | 5:25 PM Walnut Creek, CA | 9h05 | 2:30 AM Santa Barbara, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Walnut Creek, CA to Santa Barbara, CA
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Trains from Walnut Creek, CA to Santa Barbara, CA run on average 16 times per day, taking around 9h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $61 (€50) but you can travel from only $42 (€34) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 15:39, the last at 17:25. The fastest train covers the 274 miles (442 km) distance in 9h 5m.
Distance 274 miles (442 km) |
Average train duration 9h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $61 (€50) |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 9h 5m |
First train 15:39 |
Last train 17:25 |
FAQs: Trains from Walnut Creek, CA to Santa Barbara, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Walnut Creek, 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 Walnut Creek, CA to Santa Barbara, CA
Lockers
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 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
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