The cheapest and fastest trains from Carpinteria, CA to Santa Barbara, CA
Cheapest price
£7
Average price
£7
Fastest journey
18 m
Average duration
18 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
17 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Carpinteria, 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 Carpinteria, CA to Santa Barbara, CA will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £7.
Of the 1 trains that leave Carpinteria, CA for Santa Barbara, CA every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 17 km distance in an average of 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 18 m .
The slowest trains will take 18 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 Carpinteria, CA to Santa Barbara, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Carpinteria, CA to Santa Barbara, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 17m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £7, and a coach costs an average of £2.
Distance: 17 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£7 Average Price Cheapest | £8 Average Price |
47m Average total duration Fastest 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 4m Average total duration 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Carpinteria, CA to Santa Barbara, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Carpinteria, CA to Santa Barbara, CA trains for today, Wednesday 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 20:31 Carpinteria, CA | 0h18 | 20:49 Santa Barbara, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Carpinteria, CA to Santa Barbara, CA
Trains from Carpinteria, CA to Santa Barbara, CA run on average 5 times per day, taking around 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 but you can travel from only £2 by coach.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:53, the last at 21:35. The fastest train covers the 17 km distance in 18m.
Distance 17 km |
Average train duration 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 18m |
First train 06:53 |
Last train 21:35 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Carpinteria, CA to Santa Barbara, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Carpinteria, CA and Santa Barbara, CA from £2. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Carpinteria, CA to Santa Barbara, CA train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Carpinteria, 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 Carpinteria, CA and Santa Barbara, CA
- 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
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