Trains tickets from Anaheim to Santa Barbara

TodayJul 30
from $39
TomorrowJul 31
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FriAug 1
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SatAug 2
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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: July 31 at
    Departure city: Anaheim
    Departure location: Fullerton Station
    Arrival time: July 31 at
    Destination city: Santa Barbara
    Destination location: Train Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
    Departure time: July 31 at
    Departure city: Anaheim
    Departure location: Fullerton Station
    Arrival time: July 31 at
    Destination city: Santa Barbara
    Destination location: Train Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: July 31 at
    Departure city: Anaheim
    Departure location: Fullerton Station
    Arrival time: July 31 at
    Destination city: Santa Barbara
    Destination location: Train Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: July 31 at
    Departure city: Anaheim
    Departure location: Fullerton Station
    Arrival time: July 31 at
    Destination city: Santa Barbara
    Destination location: Train Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: July 31 at
    Departure city: Anaheim
    Departure location: Fullerton Station
    Arrival time: July 31 at
    Destination city: Santa Barbara
    Destination location: Train Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Anaheim to Santa Barbara.

Bus
Average Price$42 - $56Average Duration7h 50m
5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average Price$39 - $40Average Duration3h 39m
16kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Anaheim to Santa Barbara

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Santa Barbara. The journey takes about 3 hours 39 minutes and with fares starting at just $39, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9train per day
3h 39mAverage Duration
$39Cheapest ticket
16kgCO₂ emissions

Train Anaheim to Santa Barbara: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$39
Average train trip duration3h 39m
Number of daily trains9
Earliest train departure6:10am
Distance108 miles (174 km)
Latest train departure6:21pm

Anaheim to Santa Barbara Train

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Frequently asked questions for your trip Anaheim - Santa Barbara

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
07/28
$36
07/29
$36
Today
$36
07/31
$36
08/01
$36
08/02
$36
08/03
$36
08/04
$36
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Anaheim to Santa Barbara was searched and found on Jul 28, 2025 with a price of $36

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

You can expect to pay from $36 to $239 for a train ticket from Anaheim to Santa Barbara based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $36 which is on 2025-07-31.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Anaheim to Santa Barbara is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Santa Barbara, 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 Anaheim 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.

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Anaheim to Santa Barbara, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

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!

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

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

busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between Anaheim 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 $39 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $39. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Santa Barbara, choose the train, as it will take you from Anaheim to Santa Barbara in about 3h 39m - that's the fastest way to get there!

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