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

The cheapest train tickets from Santa Barbara to Oakland start from R 1 006. The average price for this train route is around R 1 149. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

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

The average train journey time from Santa Barbara to Oakland is 8h 45m, covering a distance of 447 km. The quickest train can get you there in 8h 3m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Santa Barbara to Oakland route?

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

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

The earliest train from Santa Barbara to Oakland departs at 12:21. And the latest train departs at 12:21.

Train Santa Barbara to Oakland from R 779 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Santa Barbara to Oakland on 14 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:58	Train Station	8h 37m	18:35	Jack London Square	Cheapest
09:58	Train Station	8h 27m	18:25	Emeryville Station	Fastest
09:58	Train Station	8h 50m	18:48	Coliseum/Airport	No tags
09:58	Train Station	8h 50m	18:48	Coliseum/Airport	No tags
12:21	Train Station	8h 45m	21:06	Jack London Square	No tags

Next departures from Santa Barbara to Oakland on 15 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:58	Train Station	8h 37m	18:35	Jack London Square	Cheapest
09:58	Train Station	8h 24m	18:22	Coliseum/Airport	Fastest
09:58	Train Station	8h 24m	18:22	Coliseum/Airport	No tags
09:58	Train Station	9h 57m	19:55	Coliseum/Airport	No tags
09:58	Train Station	9h 57m	19:55	Coliseum/Airport	No tags

Next departures from Santa Barbara to Oakland on 16 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:58	Train Station	8h 37m	18:35	Jack London Square	Cheapest
09:58	Train Station	8h 24m	18:22	Coliseum/Airport	Fastest
09:58	Train Station	8h 24m	18:22	Coliseum/Airport	No tags
09:58	Train Station	9h 57m	19:55	Coliseum/Airport	No tags
09:58	Train Station	9h 57m	19:55	Coliseum/Airport	No tags

Next departures from Santa Barbara to Oakland on 17 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:58	Train Station	8h 37m	18:35	Jack London Square	Cheapest
09:58	Train Station	8h 24m	18:22	Coliseum/Airport	Fastest
09:58	Train Station	8h 24m	18:22	Coliseum/Airport	No tags
09:58	Train Station	9h 57m	19:55	Coliseum/Airport	No tags
09:58	Train Station	9h 57m	19:55	Coliseum/Airport	No tags

Next departures from Santa Barbara to Oakland on 18 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:58	Train Station	8h 37m	18:35	Jack London Square	Cheapest
09:58	Train Station	8h 24m	18:22	Coliseum/Airport	Fastest
09:58	Train Station	8h 24m	18:22	Coliseum/Airport	No tags
09:58	Train Station	9h 57m	19:55	Coliseum/Airport	No tags
09:58	Train Station	9h 57m	19:55	Coliseum/Airport	No tags

Next departures from Santa Barbara to Oakland on 19 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:58	Train Station	8h 37m	18:35	Jack London Square	Cheapest
09:58	Train Station	8h 24m	18:22	Coliseum/Airport	Fastest
09:58	Train Station	8h 24m	18:22	Coliseum/Airport	No tags
09:58	Train Station	9h 57m	19:55	Coliseum/Airport	No tags
09:58	Train Station	9h 57m	19:55	Coliseum/Airport	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:51 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Santa Barbara to Oakland

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Oakland. The journey takes about 8 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 006, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

8h 45mAverage duration

447 kmDistance

41kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 661 - R 4 699	Average duration11h 25m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 006 - R 6 717	Average duration8h 45m	CO₂ emissions 41kg CO₂e

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

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

Oakland

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

Amtrak

4/55 641 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5641 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 R 827

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Santa Barbara to Oakland by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Santa Barbara to Oakland?
The cheapest train tickets from Santa Barbara to Oakland start from R 1 006. The average price for this train route is around R 1 149. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Santa Barbara to Oakland?
The average train journey time from Santa Barbara to Oakland is 8h 45m, covering a distance of 447 km. The quickest train can get you there in 8h 3m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Santa Barbara to Oakland route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Santa Barbara to Oakland?
The earliest train from Santa Barbara to Oakland departs at 12:21. And the latest train departs at 12:21.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/12

R 1 834

12/12

R 1 834

Today

R 779

14/12

R 779

15/12

R 779

16/12

R 779

17/12

R 779

18/12

R 779

The cheapest trip from Santa Barbara to Oakland was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of R 779

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 Oakland as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 779 to R 7 404 for a train ticket from Santa Barbara to Oakland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 779, which is on 2025-12-14.