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

The cheapest train tickets from Santa Barbara to Irvine start from R 706. The average price for this train route is around R 706. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Santa Barbara to Irvine?

The average train journey time from Santa Barbara to Irvine is 4h 26m, covering a distance of 200 km. The quickest train can get you there in 4h 14m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Santa Barbara to Irvine route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 6 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Santa Barbara to Irvine departs at 06:53. And the latest train departs at 18:57.

Train Santa Barbara to Irvine from R 492 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Santa Barbara to Irvine on 9 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
16:33	Train Station	4h 38m	21:11	Irvine Station	CheapestFastest
16:33	Train Station	4h 38m	21:11	Irvine Station	No tags
18:57	Train Station	4h 38m	23:35	Irvine Station	No tags
18:57	Train Station	4h 38m	23:35	Irvine Station	No tags

Next departures from Santa Barbara to Irvine on 10 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
06:53	Train Station	4h 18m	11:11	Irvine Station	CheapestFastest
06:53	Train Station	4h 18m	11:11	Irvine Station	No tags
08:49	Train Station	4h 22m	13:11	Irvine Station	No tags
08:49	Train Station	4h 22m	13:11	Irvine Station	No tags
13:45	Train Station	4h 26m	18:11	Irvine Station	No tags

Next departures from Santa Barbara to Irvine on 11 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
06:53	Train Station	4h 18m	11:11	Irvine Station	CheapestFastest
06:53	Train Station	4h 18m	11:11	Irvine Station	No tags
08:49	Train Station	4h 22m	13:11	Irvine Station	No tags
08:49	Train Station	4h 22m	13:11	Irvine Station	No tags
13:45	Train Station	4h 26m	18:11	Irvine Station	No tags

Next departures from Santa Barbara to Irvine on 12 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
06:53	Train Station	4h 18m	11:11	Irvine Station	Cheapest
18:57	Train Station	4h 14m	23:11	Irvine Station	Fastest
06:53	Train Station	4h 18m	11:11	Irvine Station	No tags
08:49	Train Station	4h 22m	13:11	Irvine Station	No tags
08:49	Train Station	4h 22m	13:11	Irvine Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 7:30 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Santa Barbara to Irvine

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Irvine. The journey takes about 6 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 706, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

6h 20mAverage duration

200 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 706 - R 776	Average duration6h 20m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 706 - R 1 864	Average duration4h 26m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 719 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5719 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 R 530

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Santa Barbara to Irvine, US by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Santa Barbara to Irvine?
The cheapest train tickets from Santa Barbara to Irvine start from R 706. The average price for this train route is around R 706. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Santa Barbara to Irvine?
The average train journey time from Santa Barbara to Irvine is 4h 26m, covering a distance of 200 km. The quickest train can get you there in 4h 14m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Santa Barbara to Irvine route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 6 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Santa Barbara to Irvine?
The earliest train from Santa Barbara to Irvine departs at 06:53. And the latest train departs at 18:57.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

07/01

R 662

08/01

R 662

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R 662

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R 662

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R 662

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R 662

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The cheapest trip from Santa Barbara to Irvine, US was searched and found on 07 Jan 2026 with a price of R 662

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 Irvine, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 662 to R 4 800 for a train ticket from Santa Barbara to Irvine, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 662, which is on 2026-01-10.