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Compare coach, train and flight for Fresno, CA to Santa Barbara, CA
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Fresno, CA to Santa Barbara, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £39. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £39, and a flight costs an average of £139.
Distance: 259 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£58 Average Price | £48 Average Price Cheapest | £283 Average Price |
10h 4m Average total duration 9h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 47m Average total duration 6h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 33m Average total duration Fastest 5h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Fresno, CA to Santa Barbara, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Fresno, CA to Santa Barbara, CA trains for today, Saturday 28 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
710 Gold Runner · 5910 AMTRAK · 785 Pacific Surfliner | 19:29 Fresno station, Fresno, CA | 9h27 | 04:56 Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA | 2 changes | |
710 Gold Runner · 5910 AMTRAK · 785 Pacific Surfliner | 19:29 Fresno station, Fresno, CA | 9h43 | 05:12 Goleta Station, Goleta, CA | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Fresno, CA to Santa Barbara, CA
Trains from Fresno, CA to Santa Barbara, CA run on average 3 times per day, taking around 9h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £57 but you can travel from only £39 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:39, the last at 22:20. The fastest train covers the 259 km distance in 9h 27m.
Distance 259 km |
Average train duration 9h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £57 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 9h 27m |
First train 06:39 |
Last train 22:20 |
FAQs: Fresno, CA to Santa Barbara, CA train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Fresno, 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 Fresno, CA and Santa Barbara, CA
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available on-site with both short-term and long-term options.
- Shepherd's Inn
- Joe's Steakhouse
- Outside the main entrance.
- $0.50
- DoubleTree by Hilton Fresno Convention Center
- Radisson Hotel Fresno Conference Center
- La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Fresno Yosemite
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Amtrak trains
- Bus: Fresno Area Express (FAX) routes 22, 26, 28, 34, 38
- 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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