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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 9 June at
    Departure city: Palm Springs
    Departure location: Palm Springs Station
    Arrival time: 9 June at
    Destination city: Santa Barbara
    Destination location: Train Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 9 June at
    Departure city: Palm Springs
    Departure location: Palm Springs Station
    Arrival time: 9 June at
    Destination city: Santa Barbara
    Destination location: Train Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Palm Springs to Santa Barbara

Bus
Average priceUS$96 - US$96Average duration12h 45m
8kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$78 - US$118Average duration10h 12m
27kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Palm Springs to Santa Barbara

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Santa Barbara. The journey takes about 12 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just US$96, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
12h 45mAverage duration
US$96Cheapest ticket
8kgCO₂ emissions

Train Palm Springs to Santa Barbara: Trip Overview

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Average ticket priceUS$92
Average train trip duration10h 12m
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure02:02
Distance183 miles

Palm Springs to Santa Barbara Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Palm Springs - Santa Barbara

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

    The average train ticket price from Palm Springs to Santa Barbara is US$92. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Palm Springs 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 train trip from Palm Springs to Santa Barbara?

    A train trip between Palm Springs and Santa Barbara is around 10h 12m, although the fastest train will take about 10h 12m. This is the time it takes to travel the 185 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Palm Springs and Santa Barbara?

    The number of trains from Palm Springs 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 Palm Springs to Santa Barbara by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Palm Springs to Santa Barbara was searched and found on 9 Jun 2025 with a price of US$87

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

You can expect to pay from US$87 to US$511 for a train ticket from Palm Springs to Santa Barbara based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$87, which is on 2025-06-09.

About Train Travel

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Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Santa Barbara you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Palm Springs and Santa Barbara compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Palm Springs to Santa Barbara while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105m, 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 60m under the Great Wall of China!

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

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.

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

busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between Palm Springs 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 US$92 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from US$78. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Santa Barbara, choose the train, as it will take you from Palm Springs to Santa Barbara in about 10h 12m – that's the fastest way to get there!

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