Trains tickets from Seattle to Santa Barbara

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TodayJun 7
TomorrowJun 8
MonJun 9
from US$290
TueJun 10
from US$290
WedJun 11
from US$256
ThuJun 12
from US$290
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from US$290

Next departures to Santa Barbara

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: June 9 at
    Departure city: Seattle
    Departure location: Seattle King Street Station
    Arrival time: June 10 at
    Destination city: Santa Barbara
    Destination location: Train Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 9 at
    Departure city: Seattle
    Departure location: Seattle King Street Station
    Arrival time: June 10 at
    Destination city: Santa Barbara
    Destination location: Train Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 9 at
    Departure city: Seattle
    Departure location: Seattle King Street Station
    Arrival time: June 10 at
    Destination city: Santa Barbara
    Destination location: Train Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 9 at
    Departure city: Seattle
    Departure location: Seattle King Street Station
    Arrival time: June 10 at
    Destination city: Santa Barbara
    Destination location: Train Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 9 at
    Departure city: Seattle
    Departure location: Seattle King Street Station
    Arrival time: June 10 at
    Destination city: Santa Barbara
    Destination location: Train Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Seattle to Santa Barbara

Average PriceUS$163 - US$350Average Duration1d 16h
37kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Average PriceUS$134 - US$830Average Duration1d 8h
135kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Seattle to Santa Barbara

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Santa Barbara. The journey takes about 1 day, 16 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$163, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
1d 16hAverage Duration
US$163Cheapest ticket
37kgCO₂ emissions

Train Seattle to Santa Barbara: Trip Overview

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Average Ticket PriceUS$256
Average train trip duration1d 8h
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure9:55am
Distance1482 km

Seattle to Santa Barbara Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Seattle - Santa Barbara

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Seattle to Santa Barbara cost?

    The average train ticket price from Seattle to Santa Barbara is US$256. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Seattle to Santa Barbara is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the trip from Seattle to Santa Barbara?

    A train trip between Seattle and Santa Barbara is around 1d 8h, although the fastest train will take about 1d 8h. This is the time it takes to travel the 1485 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily trains are there between Seattle and Santa Barbara?

    The number of trains from Seattle to Santa Barbara can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Seattle to Santa Barbara by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
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06-06
US$246
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06-09
US$279
06-10
US$279
06-11
US$246
06-12
US$279
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Seattle to Santa Barbara was searched and found on Jun 6, 2025 with a price of US$246

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 US$246 to US$1,071 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 US$246 which is on 2025-06-11.

About Train Travel

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No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Santa Barbara, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Seattle and Santa Barbara, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

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Did you know?

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

Japanese trains are always on time, it is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologize to each passenger.

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