How much is the train ticket from San Jose to Santa Barbara?

The cheapest train tickets from San Jose to Santa Barbara start from $58. The average price for this train route is around $80. 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 Jose to Santa Barbara?

The average train ride duration from San Jose to Santa Barbara is 7h 46m, covering a distance of 236 miles (381 km). The quickest train can get you there in 7h 46m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the San Jose 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 San Jose to Santa Barbara?

The earliest train departs from San Jose to Santa Barbara at 10:26am. And the latest train departs at 10:26am.

Train San Jose to Santa Barbara from $54 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for San Jose to Santa Barbara on December 13
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:26am	Diridon Station	10h 49m	9:15pm	UC Santa Barbara	Cheapest
10:26am	Diridon Station	7h 46m	6:12pm	Train Station	Fastest
10:26am	Diridon Station	7h 46m	6:12pm	Train Station	No tags
10:26am	Diridon Station	10h 49m	9:15pm	UC Santa Barbara	No tags

Next departures for San Jose to Santa Barbara on December 14
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:26am	Diridon Station	10h 49m	9:15pm	UC Santa Barbara	Cheapest
10:26am	Diridon Station	7h 46m	6:12pm	Train Station	Fastest
10:26am	Diridon Station	7h 46m	6:12pm	Train Station	No tags
10:26am	Diridon Station	10h 49m	9:15pm	UC Santa Barbara	No tags

Next departures for San Jose to Santa Barbara on December 15
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:26am	Diridon Station	11h 29m	9:55pm	Train Station	Cheapest
10:26am	Diridon Station	7h 46m	6:12pm	Train Station	Fastest
10:26am	Diridon Station	7h 46m	6:12pm	Train Station	No tags
10:26am	Diridon Station	11h 29m	9:55pm	Train Station	No tags
10:26am	Diridon Station	11h 14m	9:40pm	UC Santa Barbara	No tags

Next departures for San Jose to Santa Barbara on December 16
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:26am	Diridon Station	11h 29m	9:55pm	Train Station	Cheapest
10:26am	Diridon Station	7h 46m	6:12pm	Train Station	Fastest
10:26am	Diridon Station	7h 46m	6:12pm	Train Station	No tags
10:26am	Diridon Station	11h 29m	9:55pm	Train Station	No tags
10:26am	Diridon Station	11h 14m	9:40pm	UC Santa Barbara	No tags

Next departures for San Jose to Santa Barbara on December 17
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:26am	Diridon Station	11h 29m	9:55pm	Train Station	Cheapest
10:26am	Diridon Station	7h 46m	6:12pm	Train Station	Fastest
10:26am	Diridon Station	7h 46m	6:12pm	Train Station	No tags
10:26am	Diridon Station	11h 29m	9:55pm	Train Station	No tags
10:26am	Diridon Station	11h 14m	9:40pm	UC Santa Barbara	No tags

Next departures for San Jose to Santa Barbara on December 18
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:26am	Diridon Station	11h 29m	9:55pm	Train Station	Cheapest
10:26am	Diridon Station	7h 46m	6:12pm	Train Station	Fastest
10:26am	Diridon Station	7h 46m	6:12pm	Train Station	No tags
10:26am	Diridon Station	11h 29m	9:55pm	Train Station	No tags
10:26am	Diridon Station	11h 14m	9:40pm	UC Santa Barbara	No tags

Next departures for San Jose to Santa Barbara on December 19
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:26am	Diridon Station	11h 29m	9:55pm	Train Station	Cheapest
10:26am	Diridon Station	7h 46m	6:12pm	Train Station	Fastest
10:26am	Diridon Station	7h 46m	6:12pm	Train Station	No tags
10:26am	Diridon Station	11h 29m	9:55pm	Train Station	No tags
10:26am	Diridon Station	11h 14m	9:40pm	UC Santa Barbara	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:51 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from San Jose 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 6 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $37, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

6h 20mAverage Duration

236 milesDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$37 - $191	Average Duration6h 20m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$58 - $131	Average Duration7h 46m	CO₂ emissions 35kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in San Jose, US and Santa Barbara?

San Jose, US

A
Diridon Station
65 Cahill St., San Jose, CA 95110
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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

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5639 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 $58

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Jose, US 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 San Jose to Santa Barbara?
The cheapest train tickets from San Jose to Santa Barbara start from $58. The average price for this train route is around $80. 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 Jose to Santa Barbara?
The average train ride duration from San Jose to Santa Barbara is 7h 46m, covering a distance of 236 miles (381 km). The quickest train can get you there in 7h 46m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the San Jose 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 San Jose to Santa Barbara?
The earliest train departs from San Jose to Santa Barbara at 10:26am. And the latest train departs at 10:26am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/10

$95

12/11

$95

Today

$346

12/13

$102

12/14

$95

12/15

$91

12/16

$91

12/17

$91

The cheapest trip from San Jose, US to Santa Barbara was searched and found on Dec 15, 2025 with a price of $91

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

You can expect to pay from $91 to $346 for a train ticket from San Jose, US to Santa Barbara based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $91 which is on 2025-12-15.