How much is the train ticket from San Diego to Goleta?

The cheapest train tickets from San Diego to Goleta start from $59. The average price for this train route is around $59. 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 San Diego to Goleta?

The average train ride duration from San Diego to Goleta is 6h 2m, covering a distance of 195 miles (314 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 51m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the San Diego to Goleta route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 10 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from San Diego to Goleta?

The earliest train departs from San Diego to Goleta at 4:01am. And the latest train departs at 4:10pm.

Train San Diego to Goleta from $55 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for San Diego to Goleta on January 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:10am	Old Town San Diego	5h 59m	10:09am	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
Train	6:10am	Old Town San Diego	5h 51m	12:01pm	Amtrak Station	Fastest
Train	4:10am	Old Town San Diego	5h 59m	10:09am	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	6:10am	Old Town San Diego	5h 51m	12:01pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	8:10am	Old Town San Diego	5h 52m	2:02pm	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for San Diego to Goleta on January 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:10am	Old Town San Diego	5h 59m	10:09am	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
Train	6:10am	Old Town San Diego	5h 51m	12:01pm	Amtrak Station	Fastest
Train	4:10am	Old Town San Diego	5h 59m	10:09am	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	6:10am	Old Town San Diego	5h 51m	12:01pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	8:10am	Old Town San Diego	5h 52m	2:02pm	Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: 01/19/2026 PST.

Get from San Diego to Goleta

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 6 hours 2 minutes and with fares starting at just $59, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10train per day

6h 2mAverage Duration

195 milesDistance

28kgCO₂ emissions

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,750 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5750 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 $59

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Diego, CA, US to Goleta 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 San Diego to Goleta?
The cheapest train tickets from San Diego to Goleta start from $59. The average price for this train route is around $59. 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 San Diego to Goleta?
The average train ride duration from San Diego to Goleta is 6h 2m, covering a distance of 195 miles (314 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 51m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the San Diego to Goleta route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 10 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from San Diego to Goleta?
The earliest train departs from San Diego to Goleta at 4:01am. And the latest train departs at 4:10pm.

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

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The cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Goleta was searched and found on Jan 26, 2026 with a price of $55

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from San Diego, CA, US to Goleta, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $55 to $77 for a train ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Goleta based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $55 which is on 2026-01-27.