How much is the train ticket from Santa Barbara to San Jose?

The cheapest train tickets from Santa Barbara to San Jose start from $58. The average price for this train route is around $80. 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 Santa Barbara to San Jose?

The average train ride duration from Santa Barbara to San Jose is 7h 25m, covering a distance of 236 miles (381 km). The quickest train can get you there in 6h 52m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Santa Barbara to San Jose 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 Santa Barbara to San Jose?

The earliest train departs from Santa Barbara to San Jose at 12:21pm. And the latest train departs at 12:21pm.

Train Santa Barbara to San Jose from $54 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Santa Barbara to San Jose on January 17
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:58am	Train Station	6h 52m	4:50pm	Diridon Station	CheapestFastest
12:21pm	Train Station	7h 25m	7:46pm	Diridon Station	No tags
12:21pm	Train Station	7h 25m	7:46pm	Diridon Station	No tags
9:58am	Train Station	6h 52m	4:50pm	Diridon Station	No tags

Next departures for Santa Barbara to San Jose on January 18
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:58am	Train Station	6h 52m	4:50pm	Diridon Station	CheapestFastest
12:21pm	Train Station	7h 25m	7:46pm	Diridon Station	No tags
9:58am	Train Station	6h 52m	4:50pm	Diridon Station	No tags

Next departures for Santa Barbara to San Jose on January 19
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:58am	Train Station	6h 52m	4:50pm	Diridon Station	CheapestFastest
12:21pm	Train Station	7h 25m	7:46pm	Diridon Station	No tags
12:21pm	Train Station	7h 25m	7:46pm	Diridon Station	No tags
9:58am	Train Station	6h 52m	4:50pm	Diridon Station	No tags

Next departures for Santa Barbara to San Jose on January 20
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:58am	Train Station	6h 52m	4:50pm	Diridon Station	CheapestFastest
12:21pm	Train Station	7h 25m	7:46pm	Diridon Station	No tags
12:21pm	Train Station	7h 25m	7:46pm	Diridon Station	No tags
9:58am	Train Station	6h 52m	4:50pm	Diridon Station	No tags

Next departures for Santa Barbara to San Jose on January 21
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:58am	Train Station	6h 52m	4:50pm	Diridon Station	CheapestFastest
12:21pm	Train Station	7h 25m	7:46pm	Diridon Station	No tags
12:21pm	Train Station	7h 25m	7:46pm	Diridon Station	No tags
9:58am	Train Station	6h 52m	4:50pm	Diridon Station	No tags

Next departures for Santa Barbara to San Jose on January 22
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:58am	Train Station	6h 52m	4:50pm	Diridon Station	CheapestFastest
12:21pm	Train Station	7h 25m	7:46pm	Diridon Station	No tags
12:21pm	Train Station	7h 25m	7:46pm	Diridon Station	No tags
9:58am	Train Station	6h 52m	4:50pm	Diridon Station	No tags

Next departures for Santa Barbara to San Jose on January 23
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:58am	Train Station	6h 52m	4:50pm	Diridon Station	CheapestFastest
12:21pm	Train Station	7h 25m	7:46pm	Diridon Station	No tags
12:21pm	Train Station	7h 25m	7:46pm	Diridon Station	No tags
9:58am	Train Station	6h 52m	4:50pm	Diridon Station	No tags

Next departures for Santa Barbara to San Jose on January 24
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
12:21pm	Train Station	7h 25m	7:46pm	Diridon Station	Cheapest
9:58am	Train Station	6h 52m	4:50pm	Diridon Station	Fastest
12:21pm	Train Station	7h 25m	7:46pm	Diridon Station	No tags
9:58am	Train Station	6h 52m	4:50pm	Diridon Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 1:58 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Santa Barbara to San Jose

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as the good way to reach San Jose. The journey takes about 6 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $43, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

6h 40mAverage Duration

236 milesDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$43 - $243	Average Duration6h 40m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$58 - $131	Average Duration7h 25m	CO₂ emissions 35kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Santa Barbara and San Jose, US?

Santa Barbara

A
Train Station
224 Chapala St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
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B
Greyhound Station
224 Chapala St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, USA
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San Jose, US

A
Diridon Station
65 Cahill St., San Jose, CA 95110
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,738 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5738 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 $58

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Santa Barbara to San Jose, US 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 Santa Barbara to San Jose?
The cheapest train tickets from Santa Barbara to San Jose start from $58. The average price for this train route is around $80. 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 Santa Barbara to San Jose?
The average train ride duration from Santa Barbara to San Jose is 7h 25m, covering a distance of 236 miles (381 km). The quickest train can get you there in 6h 52m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Santa Barbara to San Jose 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 Santa Barbara to San Jose?
The earliest train departs from Santa Barbara to San Jose at 12:21pm. And the latest train departs at 12:21pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

01/14

$98

01/15

$98

Today

$125

01/17

$98

01/18

$98

01/19

$98

01/20

$98

01/21

$98

The cheapest trip from Santa Barbara to San Jose, US was searched and found on Jan 14, 2026 with a price of $98

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 San Jose, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $98 to $425 for a train ticket from Santa Barbara to San Jose, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $98 which is on 2026-01-17.