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

The cheapest train tickets from Oakland to Santa Barbara start at $83. The average price for this train route is around $83. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Oakland to Santa Barbara?

The average train trip from Oakland to Santa Barbara takes 9h 3m and covers 442 km. The quickest train gets you there in 7h 45m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Oakland to Santa Barbara route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Oakland to Santa Barbara departs at 8:39am. The latest train departs at 9:09am.

Train Oakland to Santa Barbara from $79 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Oakland to Santa Barbara on January 14
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:09am	Jack London Square	9h 3m	6:12pm	Train Station	Cheapest
1:55pm	Coliseum/Airport	7h 45m	9:40pm	UC Santa Barbara	Fastest
9:09am	Jack London Square	9h 3m	6:12pm	Train Station	No tags
7:16am	Jack London Square	8h 59m	4:15pm	Train Station	No tags
9:09am	Jack London Square	12h 46m	9:55pm	Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Oakland to Santa Barbara on January 15
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:09am	Jack London Square	9h 3m	6:12pm	Train Station	Cheapest
1:55pm	Coliseum/Airport	7h 45m	9:40pm	UC Santa Barbara	Fastest
9:09am	Jack London Square	9h 3m	6:12pm	Train Station	No tags
7:16am	Jack London Square	8h 59m	4:15pm	Train Station	No tags
9:09am	Jack London Square	12h 46m	9:55pm	Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Oakland to Santa Barbara on January 16
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:25am	Coliseum/Airport	8h 10m	3:35pm	UC Santa Barbara	Cheapest
1:55pm	Coliseum/Airport	7h 45m	9:40pm	UC Santa Barbara	Fastest
9:09am	Jack London Square	9h 3m	6:12pm	Train Station	No tags
7:16am	Jack London Square	8h 59m	4:15pm	Train Station	No tags
9:09am	Jack London Square	12h 46m	9:55pm	Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Oakland to Santa Barbara on January 17
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:09am	Jack London Square	9h 3m	6:12pm	Train Station	CheapestFastest
9:09am	Jack London Square	9h 3m	6:12pm	Train Station	No tags
10:18am	Jack London Square	9h 57m	8:15pm	Train Station	No tags
11:47am	Jack London Square	9h 43m	9:30pm	Train Station	No tags
8:08am	Jack London Square	13h 51m	9:59pm	Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Oakland to Santa Barbara on January 18
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:09am	Jack London Square	9h 3m	6:12pm	Train Station	CheapestFastest
9:09am	Jack London Square	9h 3m	6:12pm	Train Station	No tags
10:18am	Jack London Square	9h 57m	8:15pm	Train Station	No tags
11:47am	Jack London Square	9h 43m	9:30pm	Train Station	No tags
8:08am	Jack London Square	13h 51m	9:59pm	Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Oakland to Santa Barbara on January 19
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:25am	Coliseum/Airport	8h 10m	3:35pm	UC Santa Barbara	CheapestFastest
9:09am	Jack London Square	9h 3m	6:12pm	Train Station	No tags
7:16am	Jack London Square	8h 59m	4:15pm	Train Station	No tags
10:18am	Jack London Square	9h 57m	8:15pm	Train Station	No tags
8:08am	Jack London Square	13h 51m	9:59pm	Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Oakland to Santa Barbara on January 20
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:09am	Jack London Square	9h 3m	6:12pm	Train Station	Cheapest
1:55pm	Coliseum/Airport	7h 45m	9:40pm	UC Santa Barbara	Fastest
9:09am	Jack London Square	9h 3m	6:12pm	Train Station	No tags
7:16am	Jack London Square	8h 59m	4:15pm	Train Station	No tags
9:09am	Jack London Square	12h 46m	9:55pm	Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Oakland to Santa Barbara on January 21
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:09am	Jack London Square	9h 3m	6:12pm	Train Station	Cheapest
1:55pm	Coliseum/Airport	7h 45m	9:40pm	UC Santa Barbara	Fastest
9:09am	Jack London Square	9h 3m	6:12pm	Train Station	No tags
7:16am	Jack London Square	8h 59m	4:15pm	Train Station	No tags
9:09am	Jack London Square	12h 46m	9:55pm	Train Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Oakland to Santa Barbara

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Santa Barbara. The journey takes about 9 hours 3 minutes, and with fares starting at just $83, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

9h 3mAverage Duration

442 kmDistance

40kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$65 - $295	Average Duration11h 50m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$83 - $1,266	Average Duration9h 3m	CO₂ emissions 40kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Oakland and Santa Barbara?

Oakland

A
Emeryville Station
5885 Horton St, Emeryville, CA 94608, USA
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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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Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,733 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5733 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 WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $83

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Oakland 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 Oakland to Santa Barbara?
The cheapest train tickets from Oakland to Santa Barbara start at $83. The average price for this train route is around $83. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Oakland to Santa Barbara?
The average train trip from Oakland to Santa Barbara takes 9h 3m and covers 442 km. The quickest train gets you there in 7h 45m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Oakland to Santa Barbara route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Oakland to Santa Barbara?
The earliest train from Oakland to Santa Barbara departs at 8:39am. The latest train departs at 9:09am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

01-11

$120

01-12

$120

Today

$90

01-14

$79

01-15

$112

01-16

$120

01-17

$112

01-18

$112

The cheapest trip from Oakland to Santa Barbara was searched and found on Jan 14, 2026 with a price of $79

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

You can expect to pay from $79 to $610 for a train ticket from Oakland to Santa Barbara based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $79 which is on 2026-01-14.

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

The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel time11h 50m	Avg Price$96	Daily Departures3
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel time9h 3m	Avg Price$83	Daily Departures2

The best way to travel between Oakland 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 $83 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $83. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Santa Barbara, choose the train, as it will take you from Oakland to Santa Barbara in about 9h 3m —that's the fastest way to get there!