The cheapest and fastest trains from Burbank, CA to Santa Barbara, CA
Cheapest price
£24
Average price
£24
Fastest journey
2 h 13 m
Average duration
2 h 17 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
130 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Burbank, CA to Santa Barbara, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Burbank, CA to Santa Barbara, CA will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £24.
Of the 2 trains that leave Burbank, CA for Santa Barbara, CA every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 130 km distance in an average of 2 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 13 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Burbank, CA to Santa Barbara, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Burbank, CA to Santa Barbara, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 16m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £22.
Distance: 130 km
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£24 Average Price | £20 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 46m Average total duration Fastest 2h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 55m Average total duration 2h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Burbank, CA to Santa Barbara, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Burbank, CA to Santa Barbara, CA trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
761 Pacific Surfliner | 15:33 Burbank, N Front St (Downtown Burbank), Burbank, CA | 2h22 | 17:55 Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
761 Pacific Surfliner | 15:39 Bob Hope Airport Train Station, Burbank, CA | 2h16 | 17:55 Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
765 Pacific Surfliner · 14 Coast Starlight | 17:36 Bob Hope Airport Train Station, Burbank, CA | 2h38 | 20:14 Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA | 1 change | |
765 Pacific Surfliner | 17:36 Bob Hope Airport Train Station, Burbank, CA | 2h14 | 19:50 Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
769 Pacific Surfliner | 19:36 Bob Hope Airport Train Station, Burbank, CA | 2h13 | 21:49 Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
779 Pacific Surfliner | 00:32 Burbank, N Front St (Downtown Burbank), Burbank, CA | 2h26 | 02:58 Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
779 Pacific Surfliner | 00:38 Bob Hope Airport Train Station, Burbank, CA | 2h20 | 02:58 Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
785 Pacific Surfliner | 03:36 Bob Hope Airport Train Station, Burbank, CA | 2h23 | 05:59 Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Burbank, CA to Santa Barbara, CA
Trains from Burbank, CA to Santa Barbara, CA run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 19:36. The fastest train covers the 130 km distance in 2h 13m.
Distance 130 km |
Average train duration 2h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 2h 13m |
First train 06:00 |
Last train 19:36 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Metrolink Trains from Burbank, CA to Santa Barbara, CA trainsAmtrak, Metrolink Trains trains will get you between Burbank, CA and Santa Barbara, CA from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Burbank, CA to Santa Barbara, CA train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Burbank, CA to Santa Barbara, CA by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Santa Barbara, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Burbank, CA and Santa Barbara, CA
- Unattended paid parking is available at the nearby Bob Hope Airport.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Free of charge
- The station is unstaffed and primarily serves as a connection point for Metrolink and Amtrak services.
- Metrolink: Ventura County Line
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- The Lark
- Santo Mezcal
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- Hotel Californian
- Harbor View Inn
- Hotel Milo Santa Barbara
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has a main hall with ticketing and waiting areas.
- Bus: Several lines available
- Trolley: Downtown Waterfront Shuttle
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available adjacent to the station, with spaces for both short-term and long-term parking.
- The Habit Burger Grill
- Pepe's Mexican Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- Free for passengers
- Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta
- Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta
- Located near the platform
- Free
- The station consists of a single platform with a waiting area and parking facilities nearby.
- Bus: Santa Barbara MTD Line 6, Line 11
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