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Cheap train tickets from Oceanside to Santa Barbara
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Trip Summary
There are usually 6 daily train trips available from Oceanside to Santa Barbara. Travelling by train from Oceanside to Santa Barbara usually takes 5 hours and 4 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Pacific Surfliner train can make the trip in 4 hours and 48 minutes.
- Distance
- 158 mi (254 km)
- Fastest train
- 4h 48m
- Lowest price
- £31.44
- Trains per day
- 6
- Most frequent service
- Amtrak Pacific Surfliner
- Train lines
- 2
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Oceanside to Santa Barbara Train Timetable
Is it better to travel by coach or train from Oceanside to Santa Barbara?
There is usually 1 daily coach trip from Oceanside to Santa Barbara.
Train | Coach | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price£38.14 | Avg. Price£33.69Cheaper |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips6 | Daily Trips1 |
Duration | Duration5h 4mFaster | Duration8h 30m |
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There are several train options that can take you from Oceanside to Santa Barbara:
See more detailsWhat is the price of a train ticket from Oceanside to Santa Barbara?
In the last month, train tickets from Oceanside to Santa Barbara cost about £31 when booked at the cheapest time. Compared to most train fares, this is an excellent price. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 14 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around £9.55 more if you wait to book until the last minute.
Average train ticket prices from Oceanside to Santa Barbara by travel date
Over the next 30 days, a one-way train trip from Oceanside to Santa Barbara will cost between £34 and £40. Book in advance to secure the best price in the next few weeks.
Average train ticket prices from Oceanside to Santa Barbara by month
Taking the train from Oceanside to Santa Barbara usually costs about the same throughout the year. In general, train ticket prices for this route are fairly consistent, so expect to pay around £35 whenever you decide to travel.
Prices as travel date approaches
The price of train trips from Oceanside to Santa Barbara doesn't fluctuate much throughout the year, so you don’t need to book your tickets super far in advance. However, to avoid last-minute price surges or sold-out tickets, we recommend purchasing your train tickets at least 48 hours before departure.
Which train should you take from Oceanside to Santa Barbara?
2 train services operate from Oceanside to Santa Barbara. Amtrak Pacific Surfliner usually has more trains scheduled, with 5 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 2 | 5h 38m | £58.24 |
| Amtrak Pacific Surfliner | 5 | 4h 53m | £31.51 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railway service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned toilet, free WiFi and power sockets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey. On average, there are 2 Amtrak trains from Oceanside to Santa Barbara every day, as well as 2 trips at the weekends, with prices starting from £43.42.
The Pacific Surfliner is Amtrak’s passenger train service that runs along the Pacific coast of Southern California, connecting San Luis Obispo to the north with San Diego to the south. The line is among the most famous Amtrak routes due to the unique scenic views it presents, as the train parallels the coastline for large portions of the 268-mile railway stretch. The Pacific Surfliner offers first-class amenities like onboard toilets, free WiFi, seats with extra legroom and power sockets, as well as storage racks for surfboards. On average, the service offers 5 train trips from Oceanside to Santa Barbara every day, and prices for a one-way train ticket start from £31.44.
Frequently asked questions about travelling by train from Oceanside to Santa Barbara
Yes, there are trains that can take you the entire way from Oceanside to Santa Barbara. However, there are also some trips on this route that require you to board another vehicle, such as a coach or a shuttle, during your journey. This is worth paying attention to as you book your trip, since a direct train may be preferable for its speed and convenience.
There are 6 scheduled trains on most days. Of these, 5 are direct connections to Santa Barbara. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice. You can also take a train for your return trip from Santa Barbara to Oceanside. If you're not set on travelling by train, you could always take the coach from Oceanside to Santa Barbara for £34.
Trains per day
6
Direct trains
5
The distance between Oceanside and Santa Barbara is approximately 158 miles. The average train journey between these two cities takes 5 hours and 4 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 4 hours and 48 minutes. Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a patchy signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and films to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Distance (mi)
158
Distance (km)
254
The earliest train departs Oceanside at 4:57 while the last train of the day leaves at 16:57. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full timetable for your specific travel dates.
First train
4:57am
Last train
4:57pm
Trains from Oceanside to Santa Barbara are the most crowded on Saturday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider travelling on Tuesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
Busiest
Saturday
Least crowded
Tuesday
City Information
Oceanside
Oceanside is a beautiful coastal city in Southern California, best known for its lovely beaches and stunning ocean views. Visitors can enjoy plenty of outdoor activities such as swimming, sunbathing, surfing, fishing, and more.
There are also many great points of interest worth checking out, including the Oceanside Pier, which offers stunning views of the Pacific Ocean. Also, don't miss the Oceanside Museum of Art, which houses a collection of art from across the globe. Other attractions include Mission San Luis Rey and the California Surf Museum.
The city also boasts a variety of popular neighbourhoods and nightlife destinations, like Downtown Oceanside or Coastal Highway, which are home to several bars and restaurants, and The Strand, which offers a vibrant nightlife scene.
Most ground travel to Oceanside operates through the Oceanside Transit Center. Here, Metrolink trains and local buses connect to Amtrak's Pacific Surfliner route and intercity coach lines like Greyhound. The nearest airport is the McClellan-Palomar Airport, about 3 miles away from the centre of Oceanside.
Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara is a major travel destination along the southern coast of California. Dramatically situated between the Pacific Ocean and the Santa Ynez Mountains, Santa Barbara offers incomparable scenery with a comfortably warm climate year-round. White stucco buildings with Mediterranean-style architecture, gorgeous beaches, and upscale local cuisine give Santa Barbara the nickname “The American Riviera.”
There are many kinds of holidays to enjoy in Santa Barbara. You can spend days on the soft sand of Leadbetter Beach, surfing in the swells at Rincon Point, or shopping for trinkets along Stearns Wharf. Or embrace the area's history by visiting the Mission Santa Barbara, a Spanish mission founded in 1786. Highlights from the mission include Spanish architecture, a rose garden, a museum, and even crypts.
Santa Barbara Airport, only a few miles from downtown, serves passengers to the region. Amtrak's Pacific Surfliner stops in Santa Barbara on its way from San Diego to San Luis Obispo, with plenty of connections to other SoCal hotspots. Intercity coaches, including FlixBus, offer routes from Santa Barbara to destinations like L.A., San Diego, and Las Vegas.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Oceanside?
Main departure station: Oceanside Transit Center
There is one train station in Oceanside.
All train stations in Oceanside:
- Oceanside Transit Center
Where is the train station in Santa Barbara?
Main arrival station: 209 State Street
Santa Barbara has one train station.
Train stations in Santa Barbara:
- 209 State Street
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