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Compare 2 ways to travel from Santa Barbara to Portland
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Portland. The journey takes about 1 day, 3 hours 19 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 073, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5745 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 2 073
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Santa Barbara to Portland, OR 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 Portland?
The cheapest train tickets from Santa Barbara to Portland start from R 2 073. The average price for this train route is around R 3 012. 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 Portland?
The average train journey time from Santa Barbara to Portland is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 1262 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 3h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Santa Barbara to Portland 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 Portland?
The earliest train from Santa Barbara to Portland 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.
The cheapest trip from Santa Barbara to Portland, OR was searched and found on 20 Jan 2026 with a price of R 2 890To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Santa Barbara to Portland, OR as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 2 890 to R 12 382 for a train ticket from Santa Barbara to Portland, OR based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 890, which is on 2026-01-20.
