Train from Santa Barbara to San Juan Capistrano: Tickets & Schedules

Next train departures

Next departures for Santa Barbara to San Juan Capistrano on December 2
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San Juan Capistrano, CACheapest
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San Juan Capistrano, CAFastest
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San Juan Capistrano, CANo tags
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Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:24 AM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Santa Barbara to San Juan Capistrano

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Juan Capistrano. The journey takes about 6 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $63, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
6h 25mAverage Duration
226 kmDistance
6kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$63 - $69Average Duration6h 25m
6kg CO₂e
Average Price$60 - $161Average Duration4h 39m
19kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Santa Barbara to San Juan Capistrano by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Santa Barbara to San Juan Capistrano?

    The cheapest train tickets from Santa Barbara to San Juan Capistrano start at $60. The average price for this train route is around $60. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train ride from Santa Barbara to San Juan Capistrano?

    The average train trip from Santa Barbara to San Juan Capistrano takes 4h 39m and covers 213 km. The quickest train gets you there in 4h 27m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Santa Barbara to San Juan Capistrano route?

    Several major train operators serve this route, with 6 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Santa Barbara to San Juan Capistrano?

    The earliest train from Santa Barbara to San Juan Capistrano departs at 6:53am. The latest train departs at 6:57pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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11-27
$56
11-28
$56
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$56
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12-01
$56
12-02
$56
12-03
$56
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Santa Barbara to San Juan Capistrano was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $56

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 Juan Capistrano, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $56 to $441 for a train ticket from Santa Barbara to San Juan Capistrano based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $56 which is on 2025-12-01.

What's the cheapest way to go from Santa Barbara to San Juan Capistrano?

busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between Santa Barbara and San Juan Capistrano is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $60 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $60. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to San Juan Capistrano, choose the train, as it will take you from Santa Barbara to San Juan Capistrano in about 4h 39m —that's the fastest way to get there!

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