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

The cheapest train tickets from Jacksonville to Santa Barbara start from $471. The average price for this train route is around $579. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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

The average train ride duration from Jacksonville to Santa Barbara is 5d 5h, covering a distance of 2216 miles (3573 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3d 21h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Jacksonville to Santa Barbara route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Jacksonville to Santa Barbara?

The earliest train departs from Jacksonville to Santa Barbara at 4:11pm. And the latest train departs at 5:11pm.

Train Jacksonville to Santa Barbara from $453 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Jacksonville to Santa Barbara on January 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:11pm	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	5d 4h	6:12pm	Train Station	No tags
Train	4:11pm	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	5d 5h	6:12pm	Train Station	No tags
Train	5:11pm	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	3d 21h	11:50am	Train Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Jacksonville to Santa Barbara

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as the good way to reach Santa Barbara. The journey takes about 2 days, 17 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $229, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

2d 17hAverage Duration

2219 milesDistance

89kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$229 - $255	Average Duration2d 17h	CO₂ emissions 89kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$471 - $770	Average Duration5d 5h	CO₂ emissions 325kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Jacksonville, FL and Santa Barbara?

Jacksonville, FL

A
Jacksonville Amtrak Station
3570 Clifford Ln, Jacksonville, FL 32209, USA
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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
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,729 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5729 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $471

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Jacksonville, FL to Santa Barbara by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Jacksonville to Santa Barbara?
The cheapest train tickets from Jacksonville to Santa Barbara start from $471. The average price for this train route is around $579. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Jacksonville to Santa Barbara?
The average train ride duration from Jacksonville to Santa Barbara is 5d 5h, covering a distance of 2216 miles (3573 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3d 21h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Jacksonville to Santa Barbara route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Jacksonville to Santa Barbara?
The earliest train departs from Jacksonville to Santa Barbara at 4:11pm. And the latest train departs at 5:11pm.

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The cheapest trip from Jacksonville, FL to Santa Barbara was searched and found on Jan 18, 2026 with a price of $568

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

You can expect to pay from $568 to $2,568 for a train ticket from Jacksonville, FL to Santa Barbara based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $568 which is on 2026-01-18.