How much is the train ticket from Santa Barbara to Palm Springs?

The cheapest train tickets from Santa Barbara to Palm Springs start from $60. The average price for this train route is around $73. 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 Santa Barbara to Palm Springs?

The average train ride duration from Santa Barbara to Palm Springs is 6h 17m, covering a distance of 183 miles (295 km). The quickest train can get you there in 6h 7m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Santa Barbara to Palm Springs 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 Santa Barbara to Palm Springs?

The earliest train departs from Santa Barbara to Palm Springs at 1:45pm. And the latest train departs at 6:19pm.

Train Santa Barbara to Palm Springs from $40 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Santa Barbara to Palm Springs on December 3
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:53am	Train Station	6h 17m	1:10pm	Palm Springs Airport (PSP)	Cheapest
6:53am	Train Station	6h 7m	1:00pm	Indian Canyon Dr	Fastest
6:53am	Train Station	6h 17m	1:10pm	Palm Springs Airport (PSP)	No tags
8:49am	Train Station	10h 11m	7:00pm	Palm Springs Airport (PSP)	No tags
8:49am	Train Station	10h 11m	7:00pm	Palm Springs Airport (PSP)	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Santa Barbara to Palm Springs

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Palm Springs. The journey takes about 6 hours 17 minutes and with fares starting at just $60, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

6h 17mAverage Duration

183 milesDistance

27kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$40 - $40	Average Duration6h 55m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$60 - $106	Average Duration6h 17m	CO₂ emissions 27kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Santa Barbara and Palm Springs?

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

Palm Springs

A
Palm Springs Airport
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,621 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5621 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 $43

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Santa Barbara to Palm Springs 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 Santa Barbara to Palm Springs?
The cheapest train tickets from Santa Barbara to Palm Springs start from $60. The average price for this train route is around $73. 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 Santa Barbara to Palm Springs?
The average train ride duration from Santa Barbara to Palm Springs is 6h 17m, covering a distance of 183 miles (295 km). The quickest train can get you there in 6h 7m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Santa Barbara to Palm Springs 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 Santa Barbara to Palm Springs?
The earliest train departs from Santa Barbara to Palm Springs at 1:45pm. And the latest train departs at 6:19pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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$40

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$40

12/03

$40

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$40

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$40

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The cheapest trip from Santa Barbara to Palm Springs was searched and found on Nov 30, 2025 with a price of $40

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

You can expect to pay from $40 to $404 for a train ticket from Santa Barbara to Palm Springs based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $40 which is on 2025-12-03.