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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Diridon Station | UC Santa Barbara | Cheapest | |||||
| Diridon Station | Train Station | Fastest | |||||
| Diridon Station | Train Station | No tags | |||||
| Diridon Station | UC Santa Barbara | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from San Jose to Santa Barbara
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Santa Barbara. The journey takes about 6 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $59, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in San Jose, US and Santa Barbara?
Santa Barbara
- A224 Chapala St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
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Greyhound Station
224 Chapala St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, USA
Train companies
Based on 5751 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 $80
Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Jose, US 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 San Jose to Santa Barbara?
The cheapest train tickets from San Jose to Santa Barbara start at $80. The average price for this train route is around $92. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from San Jose to Santa Barbara?
The average train trip from San Jose to Santa Barbara takes 7h 46m and covers 381 km. The quickest train gets you there in 7h 46m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the San Jose to Santa Barbara route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from San Jose to Santa Barbara?
The earliest train from San Jose to Santa Barbara departs at 10:26am. The latest train departs at 10:26am.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from San Jose, US to Santa Barbara was searched and found on Jan 29, 2026 with a price of $101To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from San Jose, US to Santa Barbara, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $101 to $564 for a train ticket from San Jose, US to Santa Barbara based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $101 which is on 2026-01-29.
What's the cheapest way to go from San Jose, US to Santa Barbara?
The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between San Jose, US 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 $92 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $80. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Santa Barbara, choose the train, as it will take you from San Jose, US to Santa Barbara in about 6h 35m —that's the fastest way to get there!
