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Compare coach 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 £38. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £38, and a flight costs an average of £265.
Distance: 259 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£47 Average Price Cheapest | £291 Average Price |
6h 47m Average total duration 6h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 40m Average total duration Fastest 3h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Fresno, CA to Santa Barbara, CA
Take a train from Fresno, CA to Santa Barbara, CA and enjoy the approximately 259 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 08:31, the last at 22:20.
Distance 259 km |
Trains per day 2 |
First train 08:31 |
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
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