Train from Grover Beach to Santa Barbara: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Grover Beach to Santa Barbara on 13 December
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AmtrakTrain
Grover Beach Amtrak Station
Train StationCheapest
AmtrakTrain
Grover Beach Amtrak Station
Train StationFastest
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Grover Beach Amtrak Station
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Grover Beach Amtrak Station
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Grover Beach 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 1 hour 35 minutes and with fares starting at just R 612, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
1h 35mAverage duration
117 kmDistance
3kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 612 - R 612Average duration1h 35m
3kg CO₂e
Average priceR 594 - R 594Average duration2h 14m
11kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Grover Beach to Santa Barbara by train

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

  1. How much is the train ticket from Grover Beach to Santa Barbara?

    The cheapest train tickets from Grover Beach to Santa Barbara start from R 594. The average price for this train route is around R 594. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Grover Beach to Santa Barbara?

    The average train journey time from Grover Beach to Santa Barbara is 2h 14m, covering a distance of 117 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 14m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Grover Beach 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 Grover Beach to Santa Barbara?

    The earliest train from Grover Beach to Santa Barbara departs at 06:31. And the latest train departs at 16:40.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
10/12
R 554
11/12
R 554
Today
R 554
13/12
R 554
14/12
R 554
15/12
R 554
16/12
R 554
17/12
R 554
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Grover Beach to Santa Barbara was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of R 554

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

You can expect to pay from R 554 to R 831 for a train ticket from Grover Beach to Santa Barbara based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 554, which is on 2025-12-13.

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

busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between Grover Beach 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 R 594 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 594. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Santa Barbara, choose the train, as it will take you from Grover Beach to Santa Barbara in about 1h 35m – that's the fastest way to get there!

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