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Isla Vista to Santa Maria Train Schedule
Trip Summary
There is one daily train from Isla Vista to Santa Maria. Traveling by train from Isla Vista to Santa Maria usually takes one hour and 10 minutes, but some trains might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
| Distance | 50 mi (80 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 10m |
| Lowest price | $33.00 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Isla Vista to Santa Maria?
Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Isla Vista to Santa Maria. Furthermore, there is only one train per day, so you will have to plan your travel around this limited availability. On the other hand, you won't have to spend a ton of time comparing a bunch of possible options.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 1 | 1h 10m | $33.00 |
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 1 Amtrak trains from Isla Vista to Santa Maria every day, as well as 1 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $33.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Isla Vista to Santa Maria
Monday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Isla Vista to Santa Maria. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Monday 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.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Isla Vista at 8:00am and arrives in Santa Maria about an hour later.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. Luckily, this train will get you to Santa Maria with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Santa Maria to Isla Vista.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Isla Vista?
Main departure station: UCSB Bus Loop
There is one train station in Isla Vista.
All train stations in Isla Vista:
UCSB Bus Loop
Where is the train station in Santa Maria?
Main arrival station: Santa Maria Bus Stop
Santa Maria has one train station.
All train stations in Santa Maria:
Santa Maria Bus Stop
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