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How to get to Goleta by train
| Routes | 23 |
| Trips per day | 97 |
| train lines | 2 |
| Stations | 1 |
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What train companies travel to Goleta, California?
Located in California, Goleta is accessible by train from 23 other cities. You can choose from 97 daily scheduled trips when you search for trains to Goleta on Wanderu. Amtrak Pacific Surfliner usually has the most trains on any given day.
Looking for other ways to get there? Bus tickets to Goleta are also available.
Train companies serving Goleta
| Train | Routes | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 44 | 2h 54m | €31.65 |
| Amtrak Pacific Surfliner | 23 | 2h 39m | €29.42 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad 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 restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey.
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 railroad stretch. The Pacific Surfliner offers first-class amenities like onboard restrooms, free WiFi, seats with extra legroom and power outlets, as well as storage racks for surfboards.
Which train carrier has the best service to Goleta?
Based on customers travel reviews, travelers who booked on Wanderu rave about traveling to Goleta by train with Amtrak giving them a 5 rating out of 5.
Travelers also mentioned that Amtrak Pacific Surfliner had the most comfortable train service to Goleta taking into account the seats and amenities that Amtrak Pacific Surfliner offers. They rate Amtrak Pacific Surfliner a 4.5 out of 5 when it comes to just how relaxing and enjoyable their experience was onboard.
If you are looking to arrive to Goleta punctually, travelers suggest that Amtrak Pacific Surfliner has the best on time performance on their train schedules to Goleta, rating them a 4.7 based on their on time arrivals.
Frequently Asked Questions
The main train station in Goleta is 25 South La Patera Ln. As the busiest station, it has the most train arrivals, although some trains may make other stops in and around Goleta.
| Departure | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles | 2h 25m | €28.20 |
| Ventura | 0h 57m | €16.32 |
| Oxnard | 1h 11m | €22.08 |
| Simi Valley | 1h 54m | €24.00 |
| Irvine | 4h 16m | €37.44 |
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