The cheapest and fastest trains from Los Angeles, CA to Santa Barbara, CA
Cheapest price
£29
Average price
£43
Fastest journey
2 h 17 m
Average duration
2 h 31 m
Trains per day
16
Distance
140 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Los Angeles, 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 Los Angeles, CA to Santa Barbara, CA will cost around £43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £29.
Of the 16 trains that leave Los Angeles, CA for Santa Barbara, CA every day 13 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 140 km distance in an average of 2 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 17 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 42 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.
757 Pacific Surfliner5:132h43Union Station, Los Angeles, CA7:56Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA£291One-way0 changes
765 Pacific Surfliner9:132h45Union Station, Los Angeles, CA11:58Goleta Station, Goleta, CA£291One-way0 changes
765 Pacific Surfliner9:132h31Union Station, Los Angeles, CA11:44Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA£291One-way0 changes
785 Pacific Surfliner19:132h43Union Station, Los Angeles, CA21:56Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA£291One-way0 changes
757 Pacific Surfliner5:133h00Union Station, Los Angeles, CA8:13Goleta Station, Goleta, CA£291One-way0 changes
14 Coast Starlight9:512h17Union Station, Los Angeles, CA12:08Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA£491One-way0 changes
765 Pacific Surfliner9:132h31Union Station, Los Angeles, CA11:44Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA£291One-way0 changes
777 Pacific Surfliner15:132h32Union Station, Los Angeles, CA17:45Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA£291One-way0 changes
769 Pacific Surfliner11:132h33Union Station, Los Angeles, CA13:46Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA£291One-way0 changes
761 Pacific Surfliner7:132h42Union Station, Los Angeles, CA9:55Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA£291One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Los Angeles, CA to Santa Barbara, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Los Angeles, CA to Santa Barbara, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 2h 27m. 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 £13, and a train costs an average of £21.
Distance: 140 km
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3h 11m Average total duration 2h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 57m Average total duration Fastest 2h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Los Angeles, CA to Santa Barbara, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Los Angeles, CA to Santa Barbara, CA trains for today, Tuesday 21 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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769 Pacific Surfliner | 11:13 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h49 | 14:02 Goleta Station, Goleta, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
769 Pacific Surfliner | 11:13 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h33 | 13:46 Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
777 Pacific Surfliner | 15:13 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h47 | 18:00 Goleta Station, Goleta, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
777 Pacific Surfliner | 15:13 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h32 | 17:45 Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
785 Pacific Surfliner | 19:13 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h59 | 22:12 Goleta Station, Goleta, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
785 Pacific Surfliner | 19:13 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h43 | 21:56 Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
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757 Pacific Surfliner | 5:13 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h43 | 7:56 Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
757 Pacific Surfliner | 5:13 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 3h00 | 8:13 Goleta Station, Goleta, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
761 Pacific Surfliner | 7:13 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h56 | 10:09 Goleta Station, Goleta, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
761 Pacific Surfliner | 7:13 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h42 | 9:55 Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
765 Pacific Surfliner · 14 Coast Starlight | 9:13 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h55 | 12:08 Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA | 1 change | |
765 Pacific Surfliner | 9:13 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h45 | 11:58 Goleta Station, Goleta, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
765 Pacific Surfliner | 9:13 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h31 | 11:44 Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
14 Coast Starlight · 794 Pacific Surfliner | 9:51 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 8h45 | 18:36 Goleta Station, Goleta, CA | 1 change | |
14 Coast Starlight · 794 Pacific Surfliner | 9:51 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 9h06 | 18:57 Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA | 1 change | |
14 Coast Starlight | 9:51 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h17 | 12:08 Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Los Angeles, CA to Santa Barbara, CA
Trains from Los Angeles, CA to Santa Barbara, CA run on average 13 times per day, taking around 2h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:13, the last at 19:59. The fastest train covers the 140 km distance in 2h 23m.
Distance 140 km |
Average train duration 2h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 2h 23m |
First train 5:13 |
Last train 19:59 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 28 days |
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FAQs: Los Angeles, CA to Santa Barbara, CA train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Los Angeles, 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 Los Angeles, CA and Santa Barbara, CA
Most Los Angeles, CA to Santa Barbara, CA trains use the Union Station to Santa Barbara Station station pair, with some services arriving at Goleta Station. Use this guide to compare Los Angeles, CA and Santa Barbara, CA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Los Angeles, CA station do trains to Santa Barbara, CA leave from?
Getting to Union Station from Los Angeles city centre
Union Station train station facilities and services
Union Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Traxx Restaurant, Union Station Cafe, Philippe The Original
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Union Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Union Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Union Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Union Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Union Station: Elevators, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Los Angeles Downtown, Miyako Hotel Los Angeles, Omni Los Angeles Hotel at California Plaza.
Getting to Van Nuys, Metrolink Station from Los Angeles city centre
Van Nuys, Metrolink Station is 25 km from Los Angeles city centre. Public transport options include:
Van Nuys, Metrolink Station train station facilities and services
Van Nuys, Metrolink Station has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Van Nuys, Metrolink Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Van Nuys, Metrolink Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Van Nuys, Metrolink Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Van Nuys, Metrolink Station: Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Van Nuys, Metrolink Station.
Getting to Chatsworth Station from Los Angeles city centre
Chatsworth Station is 39 km from Los Angeles city centre. Public transport options include:
Chatsworth Station train station facilities and services
Chatsworth Station has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Chatsworth Station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Chatsworth Station. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Chatsworth Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Chatsworth Station: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Chatsworth Station: Ramps, restrooms.
Which Santa Barbara, CA station do trains from Los Angeles, CA arrive at?
Getting to Santa Barbara Station from Santa Barbara city centre
Santa Barbara Station train station facilities and services
Santa Barbara Station has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Lark, Santo Mezcal
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Santa Barbara Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Santa Barbara Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Santa Barbara Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Santa Barbara Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Santa Barbara Station: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Californian, Harbor View Inn, Hotel Milo Santa Barbara.
Getting to Goleta Station from Santa Barbara city centre
Goleta Station is 1 km from Santa Barbara city centre. Public transport options include:
Goleta Station train station facilities and services
Goleta Station has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Habit Burger Grill, Pepe's Mexican Restaurant
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Goleta Station. Information desks are located near the platform.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Goleta Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Goleta Station: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Goleta Station: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta, Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta.
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