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

The cheapest train tickets from Seattle to Santa Barbara start from $124. The average price for this train route is around $226. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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

The average train ride duration from Seattle to Santa Barbara is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 920 miles (1483 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 8h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Seattle to Santa Barbara route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Seattle to Santa Barbara?

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

Train Seattle to Santa Barbara from $118 | 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

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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 the good way to reach Santa Barbara. The journey takes about 1 day, 12 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $138, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

1d 12hAverage Duration

919 milesDistance

37kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$138 - $358	Average Duration1d 12h	CO₂ emissions 37kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$124 - $1,249	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. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $124

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling 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 from $124. The average price for this train route is around $226. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Seattle to Santa Barbara?
The average train ride duration from Seattle to Santa Barbara is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 920 miles (1483 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 8h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Seattle to Santa Barbara route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Seattle to Santa Barbara?
The earliest train departs from Seattle to Santa Barbara at 9:55am. And 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

$279

12/25

$268

Today

$1,646

12/27

$1,021

12/28

$312

12/29

$279

12/30

$246

12/31

$246

The cheapest trip from Seattle to Santa Barbara was searched and found on Dec 30, 2025 with a price of $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 $246 to $2,262 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 $246 which is on 2025-12-30.