Train from Palm Springs to Santa Barbara: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Palm Springs to Santa Barbara on 16 December
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Palm Springs to Santa Barbara

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Santa Barbara. The journey takes about 9 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just £39, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
9h 15mAverage duration
185 milesDistance
7kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£39 - £40Average duration9h 15m
7kg CO₂e
Average price£39 - £82Average duration10h 12m
27kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Palm Springs to Santa Barbara by train

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

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Palm Springs to Santa Barbara?

    The cheapest train tickets from Palm Springs to Santa Barbara start from £39. The average price for this train route is around £59. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Palm Springs to Santa Barbara?

    The average train journey time from Palm Springs to Santa Barbara is 10h 12m, covering a distance of 183 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 10h 12m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Palm Springs to Santa Barbara route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Palm Springs to Santa Barbara?

    The earliest train from Palm Springs to Santa Barbara departs at 02:02. And the latest train departs at 02:02.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Palm Springs to Santa Barbara was searched and found on 17 Dec 2025 with a price of £46

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

You can expect to pay from £46 to £399 for a train ticket from Palm Springs to Santa Barbara based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £46, which is on 2025-12-17.

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