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

The cheapest train tickets from Seattle to Santa Barbara start at $173. The average price for this train route is around $317. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

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

The average train trip from Seattle to Santa Barbara takes 1d 8h and covers 1483 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 8h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Seattle to Santa Barbara route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Seattle to Santa Barbara departs at 9:55am. The latest train departs at 9:55am.

Train Seattle to Santa Barbara from $166 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Seattle to Santa Barbara on December 27
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 10h	8:15pm	Train Station	Cheapest
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	6:12pm	Train Station	Fastest
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	6:54pm	Train Station	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 11h	9:15pm	UC Santa Barbara	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 10h	8:40pm	UC Santa Barbara	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to Santa Barbara on December 28
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	6:54pm	Train Station	CheapestFastest
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 12h	9:55pm	Train Station	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	6:54pm	Train Station	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 10h	8:15pm	Train Station	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 11h	9:40pm	UC Santa Barbara	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to Santa Barbara on December 31
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	6:12pm	Train Station	CheapestFastest
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	6:12pm	Train Station	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	6:54pm	Train Station	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	6:54pm	Train Station	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	6:54pm	Train Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:32 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Seattle 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 day, 12 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $193, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

1d 12hAverage Duration

1482 kmDistance

37kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$193 - $501	Average Duration1d 12h	CO₂ emissions 37kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$173 - $1,750	Average Duration1d 8h	CO₂ emissions 135kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,678 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5678 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 WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $173

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Seattle 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 Seattle to Santa Barbara?
The cheapest train tickets from Seattle to Santa Barbara start at $173. The average price for this train route is around $317. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Seattle to Santa Barbara?
The average train trip from Seattle to Santa Barbara takes 1d 8h and covers 1483 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 8h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Seattle to Santa Barbara route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Seattle to Santa Barbara?
The earliest train from Seattle to Santa Barbara departs at 9:55am. The latest train departs at 9:55am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12-24

$391

12-25

$376

Today

$2,307

12-27

$1,431

12-28

$438

12-29

$391

12-30

$345

12-31

$345

The cheapest trip from Seattle to Santa Barbara was searched and found on Dec 30, 2025 with a price of $345

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

You can expect to pay from $345 to $3,170 for a train ticket from Seattle to Santa Barbara based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $345 which is on 2025-12-30.