How much is the train ticket from Oxnard to Santa Barbara?

The cheapest train tickets from Oxnard to Santa Barbara start at $27. The average price for this train route is around $27. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Oxnard to Santa Barbara?

The average train trip from Oxnard to Santa Barbara takes 57m and covers 54 km. The quickest train gets you there in 47m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Oxnard to Santa Barbara route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 7 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Oxnard to Santa Barbara?

The earliest train from Oxnard to Santa Barbara departs at 8:56am. The latest train departs at 8:59pm.

Train Oxnard to Santa Barbara from $24 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Oxnard to Santa Barbara on January 31
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
8:56am	Oxnard Transit Center	59m	9:55am	Train Station	Cheapest
4:58pm	Oxnard Transit Center	47m	5:45pm	Train Station	Fastest
8:56am	Oxnard Transit Center	1h 24m	10:20am	UC Santa Barbara	No tags
8:56am	Oxnard Transit Center	1h 24m	10:20am	UC Santa Barbara	No tags
12:51pm	Oxnard Transit Center	1h 24m	2:15pm	UC Santa Barbara	No tags

Next departures for Oxnard to Santa Barbara on February 1
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
8:56am	Oxnard Transit Center	59m	9:55am	Train Station	Cheapest
4:58pm	Oxnard Transit Center	47m	5:45pm	Train Station	Fastest
8:56am	Oxnard Transit Center	1h 24m	10:20am	UC Santa Barbara	No tags
8:56am	Oxnard Transit Center	1h 24m	10:20am	UC Santa Barbara	No tags
12:51pm	Oxnard Transit Center	1h 24m	2:15pm	UC Santa Barbara	No tags

Next departures for Oxnard to Santa Barbara on February 2
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
8:56am	Oxnard Transit Center	59m	9:55am	Train Station	Cheapest
4:58pm	Oxnard Transit Center	47m	5:45pm	Train Station	Fastest
8:56am	Oxnard Transit Center	1h 24m	10:20am	UC Santa Barbara	No tags
8:56am	Oxnard Transit Center	1h 24m	10:20am	UC Santa Barbara	No tags
12:51pm	Oxnard Transit Center	1h 24m	2:15pm	UC Santa Barbara	No tags

Next departures for Oxnard to Santa Barbara on February 3
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
8:56am	Oxnard Transit Center	59m	9:55am	Train Station	Cheapest
4:58pm	Oxnard Transit Center	47m	5:45pm	Train Station	Fastest
8:56am	Oxnard Transit Center	1h 24m	10:20am	UC Santa Barbara	No tags
8:56am	Oxnard Transit Center	1h 24m	10:20am	UC Santa Barbara	No tags
12:51pm	Oxnard Transit Center	1h 24m	2:15pm	UC Santa Barbara	No tags

Next departures for Oxnard to Santa Barbara on February 4
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
8:56am	Oxnard Transit Center	59m	9:55am	Train Station	Cheapest
4:58pm	Oxnard Transit Center	47m	5:45pm	Train Station	Fastest
8:56am	Oxnard Transit Center	1h 24m	10:20am	UC Santa Barbara	No tags
8:56am	Oxnard Transit Center	1h 24m	10:20am	UC Santa Barbara	No tags
12:51pm	Oxnard Transit Center	1h 24m	2:15pm	UC Santa Barbara	No tags

Next departures for Oxnard to Santa Barbara on February 5
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
8:56am	Oxnard Transit Center	59m	9:55am	Train Station	Cheapest
4:58pm	Oxnard Transit Center	47m	5:45pm	Train Station	Fastest
8:56am	Oxnard Transit Center	1h 24m	10:20am	UC Santa Barbara	No tags
8:56am	Oxnard Transit Center	1h 24m	10:20am	UC Santa Barbara	No tags
12:51pm	Oxnard Transit Center	1h 24m	2:15pm	UC Santa Barbara	No tags

Next departures for Oxnard to Santa Barbara on February 6
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
8:56am	Oxnard Transit Center	59m	9:55am	Train Station	Cheapest
4:58pm	Oxnard Transit Center	47m	5:45pm	Train Station	Fastest
8:56am	Oxnard Transit Center	1h 24m	10:20am	UC Santa Barbara	No tags
8:56am	Oxnard Transit Center	1h 24m	10:20am	UC Santa Barbara	No tags
12:51pm	Oxnard Transit Center	1h 24m	2:15pm	UC Santa Barbara	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Oxnard to Santa Barbara

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Santa Barbara. The journey takes about 1 hour 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $37, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

1h 10mAverage Duration

67 kmDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$37 - $51	Average Duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$27 - $483	Average Duration57m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Oxnard and Santa Barbara?

Oxnard

A
Oxnard Transit Center
201 E 4th St, Oxnard, CA 93030, USA
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Santa Barbara

A
Train Station
224 Chapala St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
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B
Greyhound Station
224 Chapala St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, USA

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,752 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 5752 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $27

US train companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Oxnard to Santa Barbara by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Oxnard to Santa Barbara?
The cheapest train tickets from Oxnard to Santa Barbara start at $27. The average price for this train route is around $27. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Oxnard to Santa Barbara?
The average train trip from Oxnard to Santa Barbara takes 57m and covers 54 km. The quickest train gets you there in 47m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Oxnard to Santa Barbara route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 7 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Oxnard to Santa Barbara?
The earliest train from Oxnard to Santa Barbara departs at 8:56am. The latest train departs at 8:59pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

01-27

$24

01-28

$24

Today

$24

01-30

$24

01-31

$24

02-01

$24

02-02

$24

02-03

$24

The cheapest trip from Oxnard to Santa Barbara was searched and found on Jan 27, 2026 with a price of $24

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Oxnard to Santa Barbara, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $24 to $445 for a train ticket from Oxnard to Santa Barbara based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $24 which is on 2026-01-30.

What's the cheapest way to go from Oxnard to Santa Barbara?

The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel time1h 10m	Avg Price$41	Daily Departures4
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel time57m	Avg Price$27	Daily Departures7

The best way to travel between Oxnard and Santa Barbara is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $27 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $27. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Santa Barbara, choose the train, as it will take you from Oxnard to Santa Barbara in about 57m —that's the fastest way to get there!