Trains tickets from Santa Barbara to Sacramento, US

Today29 Jul
Tomorrow30 Jul
from US$90
Thu31 Jul
from US$90
Fri1 Aug
Sat2 Aug
Sun3 Aug
Mon4 Aug
from US$90
Tue5 Aug

Next departures to Sacramento

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 30 July at
    Departure city: Santa Barbara
    Departure location: Train Station
    Arrival time: 30 July at
    Destination city: Sacramento
    Destination location: Sacramento Valley Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 30 July at
    Departure city: Santa Barbara
    Departure location: Train Station
    Arrival time: 30 July at
    Destination city: Sacramento
    Destination location: Sacramento Valley Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 30 July at
    Departure city: Santa Barbara
    Departure location: Train Station
    Arrival time: 30 July at
    Destination city: Sacramento
    Destination location: Sacramento Valley Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 30 July at
    Departure city: Santa Barbara
    Departure location: Train Station
    Arrival time: 30 July at
    Destination city: Sacramento
    Destination location: Sacramento Valley Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 30 July at
    Departure city: Santa Barbara
    Departure location: Train Station
    Arrival time: 30 July at
    Destination city: Sacramento
    Destination location: Sacramento Valley Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Santa Barbara to Sacramento

Bus
Average priceUS$54 - US$173Average duration13h 45m
12kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$69 - US$487Average duration11h 28m
45kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Santa Barbara to Sacramento

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Sacramento. The journey takes about 13 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just US$54, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
13h 45mAverage duration
US$54Cheapest ticket
12kgCO₂ emissions

Train Santa Barbara to Sacramento, US: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket priceUS$141
Average train trip duration11h 28m
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure12:21
Distance305 miles

Santa Barbara to Sacramento Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Santa Barbara - Sacramento, US

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

    The average train ticket price from Santa Barbara to Sacramento is US$141. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Santa Barbara to Sacramento 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 Santa Barbara to Sacramento?

    A train trip between Santa Barbara and Sacramento is around 11h 28m, although the fastest train will take about 11h 28m. This is the time it takes to travel the 304 miles that separates the two cities.

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

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

  4. Which train companies travel from Santa Barbara to Sacramento?

    When taking the train from Santa Barbara to Sacramento, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
27/07
US$85
28/07
US$85
Today
US$85
30/07
US$85
31/07
US$85
01/08
US$85
02/08
No data
03/08
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Santa Barbara to Sacramento, US was searched and found on 27 Jul 2025 with a price of US$85

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

You can expect to pay from US$85 to US$469 for a train ticket from Santa Barbara to Sacramento, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$85, which is on 2025-07-30.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Santa Barbara and Sacramento is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Sacramento.

Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Sacramento, 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.

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

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

Did you know?

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.

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

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

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Train from Sacramento, US to Santa Barbara

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