Lowest Prices
We find the cheapest bus & train tickets, so you can wander for less.
Best Travel Options
We partner with 500+ carriers to bring you the most bus & train options.
Quick & Easy Booking
Book trips quickly with a simple, hassle-free checkout – online & on our app.
Fast Customer Support
We don’t monkey around. We respond within minutes to help you out.
Trip Summary
You can pick from 2 daily train trips between Phoenix and Santa Barbara. The average train journey from Phoenix to Santa Barbara takes 21 hours and 7 minutes, but some Amtrak train trips are as short as 19 hours and 20 minutes.
| Distance | 442 mi (711 km) |
| Fastest train | 19h 20m |
| Lowest price | CHF 132.66 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak |
| Train lines | 1 |
Price trends for trains from Phoenix to Santa Barbara
Monthly average prices
Which train should you take from Phoenix to Santa Barbara?
Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Phoenix to Santa Barbara. The schedule is relatively limited as the train only runs twice a day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 2 | 21h 8m | CHF 145.30 |
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. On average, there are 2 Amtrak trains from Phoenix to Santa Barbara every day, as well as 4 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from CHF 130.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Phoenix and Santa Barbara is approximately 442 miles, or 711 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 21 hours and 7 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 19 hours and 20 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 spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Friday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Phoenix to Santa Barbara. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Friday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Monday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Phoenix at 1:00pm while the last train of the day leaves at 5:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
Trains leave the station in Phoenix twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. However, there are no direct trains. This means that you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train at some point during your journey. You will need to remember to bring your carry-on luggage with you when you change trains. Depending on the carrier's policy, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Santa Barbara to Phoenix.
City Information
Phoenix
Image credit: Unsplash
Image credit: Unsplash
Image credit: Unsplash
Phoenix, in the heart of the American Southwest, is the capital of Arizona and one of the best destinations for escaping the cold winter months. But we won't lie, it can get HOT.
Sure, you can sip a margarita by the pool at any one of the city's many resorts, or you can get outside and experience some of the Sonoran Desert's unique landscapes. For impressive views of the city and the desert beyond, hike up Camelback Mountain, a 2,700-foot humped mountain which resembles a kneeling camel. If you're more a fan of Tiger Woods than camel mountains, see why Phoenix is a top destination for golf at one of the city's 200+ golf courses.
Like a phoenix rising from the ashes, you too can overcome your sore muscles after a long day of hiking or golfing and get ready to hit the town. After all, Phoenix is one of the biggest party hubs in the U.S. Roosevelt Row, a creative arts district known for its galleries and mural-covered walls, is one of many spots where Phoenix comes to life after dark. Recommended haunts on Roosevelt Row include the Churchill and Arizona Wilderness Brewing Co, as well as The Duce which offers themed nights ranging from Cowboy Night to Burlesque.
Getting to Phoenix is surely easier than getting over your hangover. Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is a large and busy airport just outside of downtown, and bus service is operated from stations throughout the city connecting Phoenix to destinations in Arizona and beyond. Unfortunately, there is no train service to Phoenix.
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 vacations 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 buses, 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 Phoenix?
Main departure station: Sky Harbor Apt, Terminal 4 Arrivals, Door 3
There are two stations in Phoenix where you can board the train to Santa Barbara.
All train stations in Phoenix:
Sky Harbor Apt, Terminal 4 Arrivals, Door 3
2717 W Bell Rd
Where is the train station in Santa Barbara?
Main arrival station: 209 State Street
Santa Barbara has one train station.
All train stations in Santa Barbara:
209 State Street
Get around town with Moovit
Need a return trip from Santa Barbara to Phoenix?
Search Train TicketsPlan your next adventure
More trains from Phoenix
- Phoenix to Yuma Train
CHF 68+
- Phoenix to Anaheim Train
CHF 106+
- Train from Phoenix to Los Angeles
CHF 100+
- Phoenix to Modesto Train
CHF 142+
- Phoenix to Pomona Train
CHF 95+
- Phoenix to San Jose Train
CHF 188+
- Phoenix to Stockton Train
CHF 153+
- Train from Phoenix to Savannah
CHF 396+
- Train from Phoenix to Shreveport
CHF 258+
- Phoenix to Baltimore
CHF 412+
- Train from Phoenix to Saint Paul
CHF 335+
- Phoenix to Las Vegas Train
CHF 115+
- Phoenix to Las Vegas
CHF 143+
- Train from Phoenix to Erie
CHF 204+
- Phoenix to Fort Worth
CHF 192+
- Phoenix to Houston Train
CHF 189+
- Train from Phoenix to Richmond
CHF 420+
- Train from Phoenix to Milwaukee
CHF 217+
Continue by train from Santa Barbara
- Santa Barbara to Tucson Train
CHF 81+
- Santa Barbara to Camarillo Train
CHF 17+
- Train from Santa Barbara to Carmel-by-the-Sea
CHF 74+
- Santa Barbara to Carpinteria Train
CHF 7+
- Santa Barbara to Davis Train
CHF 76+
- Train from Santa Barbara to Fullerton
CHF 33+
- Train from Santa Barbara to Guadalupe
CHF 27+
- Santa Barbara to Lompoc Train
CHF 21+
- Santa Barbara to Los Angeles Train
CHF 24+
- Santa Barbara to Ontario
CHF 43+
- Train from Santa Barbara to Pomona
CHF 42+
- Santa Barbara to Salinas Train
CHF 65+
- Santa Barbara to San Bernardino Train
CHF 42+
- Train from Santa Barbara to Simi Valley
CHF 21+
- Train from Santa Barbara to Solana Beach
CHF 39+
- Train from Santa Barbara to Chicago
CHF 277+
- Train from Santa Barbara to Portland
CHF 144+
- Train from Santa Barbara to Vancouver
CHF 141+
Check out these popular routes
- Portland to Seattle
CHF 434+
- New York to Toronto Train
CHF 130+
- New York to New Haven Train
CHF 40+
- New York to Rensselaer Train
CHF 45+
- Train from Providence to Boston
CHF 14+
- Train from Seattle to Vancouver
CHF 32+
- Train from Milwaukee to Chicago
CHF 20+
Wanderu is the simplest way to book bus and train travel.
With just a quick search on Wanderu, you can compare bus and train schedules and prices from hundreds of travel companies in one convenient place to find the trip that works best for you. Wanderu’s simple checkout process makes it easy to book cheap bus and train tickets hassle-free. Most importantly, as Wanderu is an official partner of all leading bus and train companies, we always have the best bus and train deals out there.
Book buses and trains on the go with the Wanderu app.
Download our app and snag the best travel deals across North America & Europe.Learn more