Train from St. Louis to Santa Barbara: Tickets & Schedules

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Compare 2 ways to go from St. Louis 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 1 day, 21 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $224, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
1d 21hAverage Duration
1653 milesDistance
67kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$224 - $424Average Duration1d 21h
67kg CO₂e
Average Price$253 - $478Average Duration2d 18h
242kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from St. Louis 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.

  1. How much is the train ticket from St. Louis to Santa Barbara?

    The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Santa Barbara start from $253. The average price for this train route is around $293. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from St. Louis to Santa Barbara?

    The average train ride duration from St. Louis to Santa Barbara is 2d 18h, covering a distance of 1653 miles (2665 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2d 18h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators service the St. Louis to Santa Barbara route?

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

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from St. Louis to Santa Barbara?

    The earliest train departs from St. Louis to Santa Barbara at 7:42pm. And the latest train departs at 7:42pm.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from St. Louis to Santa Barbara was searched and found on Dec 12, 2025 with a price of $243

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