How much does a train ticket cost from Anaheim to Santa Barbara?

The cheapest train tickets from Anaheim to Santa Barbara start from £30. The average price for this train route is around £31. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Anaheim to Santa Barbara?

The average train journey time from Anaheim to Santa Barbara is 3h 40m, covering a distance of 108 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 31m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Anaheim to Santa Barbara route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 11 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Anaheim to Santa Barbara departs at 06:10. And the latest train departs at 18:21.

Train Anaheim to Santa Barbara from £28 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Anaheim to Santa Barbara on 29 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	18:21	Fullerton Station	3h 38m	21:59	Train Station	CheapestFastest
Train	18:21	Fullerton Station	3h 38m	21:59	Train Station	No tags
Train	18:13	Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center	3h 46m	21:59	Train Station	No tags
Train	18:13	Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center	3h 46m	21:59	Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Anaheim to Santa Barbara on 30 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:18	Fullerton Station	3h 37m	09:55	Train Station	Cheapest
Train	08:18	Fullerton Station	3h 32m	11:50	Train Station	Fastest
Train	08:18	Fullerton Station	3h 56m	12:14	Train Station	No tags
Train	08:18	Fullerton Station	3h 56m	12:14	Train Station	No tags
Train	08:18	Fullerton Station	3h 56m	12:14	Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Anaheim to Santa Barbara on 1 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:18	Fullerton Station	3h 37m	09:55	Train Station	Cheapest
Train	10:18	Fullerton Station	3h 31m	13:49	Train Station	Fastest
Train	06:18	Fullerton Station	3h 37m	09:55	Train Station	No tags
Train	08:18	Fullerton Station	3h 32m	11:50	Train Station	No tags
Train	08:18	Fullerton Station	3h 32m	11:50	Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Anaheim to Santa Barbara on 2 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:18	Fullerton Station	3h 37m	09:55	Train Station	Cheapest
Train	10:18	Fullerton Station	3h 31m	13:49	Train Station	Fastest
Train	06:18	Fullerton Station	3h 37m	09:55	Train Station	No tags
Train	08:18	Fullerton Station	3h 32m	11:50	Train Station	No tags
Train	08:18	Fullerton Station	3h 32m	11:50	Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Anaheim to Santa Barbara on 3 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:18	Fullerton Station	3h 37m	09:55	Train Station	Cheapest
Train	10:18	Fullerton Station	3h 31m	13:49	Train Station	Fastest
Train	06:18	Fullerton Station	3h 37m	09:55	Train Station	No tags
Train	08:18	Fullerton Station	3h 32m	11:50	Train Station	No tags
Train	08:18	Fullerton Station	3h 32m	11:50	Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Anaheim to Santa Barbara on 4 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:18	Fullerton Station	3h 37m	09:55	Train Station	Cheapest
Train	10:18	Fullerton Station	3h 31m	13:49	Train Station	Fastest
Train	06:18	Fullerton Station	3h 37m	09:55	Train Station	No tags
Train	08:18	Fullerton Station	3h 32m	11:50	Train Station	No tags
Train	08:18	Fullerton Station	3h 32m	11:50	Train Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Anaheim 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 3 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11train per day

3h 40mAverage duration

108 milesDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£33 - £45	Average duration7h 50m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£30 - £56	Average duration3h 40m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,614 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5614 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 £30

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Anaheim 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.

How much does a train ticket cost from Anaheim to Santa Barbara?
The cheapest train tickets from Anaheim to Santa Barbara start from £30. The average price for this train route is around £31. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Anaheim to Santa Barbara?
The average train journey time from Anaheim to Santa Barbara is 3h 40m, covering a distance of 108 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 31m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Anaheim to Santa Barbara route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 11 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Anaheim to Santa Barbara?
The earliest train from Anaheim to Santa Barbara departs at 06:10. And the latest train departs at 18:21.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

27/11

£28

28/11

£28

Today

£28

30/11

£28

01/12

£28

02/12

£28

03/12

£28

04/12

£28

The cheapest trip from Anaheim to Santa Barbara was searched and found on 27 Nov 2025 with a price of £28

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

You can expect to pay from £28 to £185 for a train ticket from Anaheim to Santa Barbara based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £28, which is on 2025-11-30.

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

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time7h 50m	Avg price£36	Daily departures3
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time3h 40m	Avg price£31	Daily departures11

The best way to travel between Anaheim 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 £31 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £30. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Santa Barbara, choose the train, as it will take you from Anaheim to Santa Barbara in about 3h 40m – that's the fastest way to get there!