How much is the train ticket from Santa Barbara to Paso Robles?

The cheapest train tickets from Santa Barbara to Paso Robles start from $33. The average price for this train route is around $63. 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 Paso Robles?

The average train ride duration from Santa Barbara to Paso Robles is 3h 52m, covering a distance of 101 miles (163 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 27m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Santa Barbara to Paso Robles 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 Paso Robles?

The earliest train departs from Santa Barbara to Paso Robles at 12:21pm. And the latest train departs at 12:21pm.

Train Santa Barbara to Paso Robles from $36 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Santa Barbara to Paso Robles on November 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	12:21pm	Train Station	3h 52m	4:13pm	AMTRAK Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	12:21pm	Train Station	3h 52m	4:13pm	AMTRAK Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 7:04 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Santa Barbara to Paso Robles

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Paso Robles. The journey takes about 3 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $43, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

3h 10mAverage Duration

96 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$43 - $43	Average Duration3h 10m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$33 - $269	Average Duration3h 52m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Santa Barbara and Paso Robles?

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

Paso Robles

A
AMTRAK Station
800 Pine St, Paso Robles, CA 93446, USA
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,610 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5610 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 $33

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 Paso Robles 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 Paso Robles?
The cheapest train tickets from Santa Barbara to Paso Robles start from $33. The average price for this train route is around $63. 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 Paso Robles?
The average train ride duration from Santa Barbara to Paso Robles is 3h 52m, covering a distance of 101 miles (163 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 27m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Santa Barbara to Paso Robles 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 Paso Robles?
The earliest train departs from Santa Barbara to Paso Robles at 12:21pm. And the latest train departs at 12:21pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/25

$66

11/26

$54

Today

$66

11/28

$54

11/29

$66

11/30

No data

12/01

$54

12/02

$51

The cheapest trip from Santa Barbara to Paso Robles was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $51

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 Paso Robles, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $51 to $284 for a train ticket from Santa Barbara to Paso Robles based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $51 which is on 2025-12-02.