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Trip Summary
You can pick from 2 daily train trips between San Bernardino and Santa Barbara. The average train journey from San Bernardino to Santa Barbara takes 6 hours and 19 minutes, but some Amtrak train trips are as short as 6 hours and 8 minutes.
Distance | 139 mi (224 km) |
Fastest train | 6h 8m |
Lowest price | PLN 150.98 |
Most frequent service | Amtrak |
Train lines | 1 |
What is the price of a train ticket from San Bernardino to Santa Barbara?
Over the past month, a train ticket between San Bernardino and Santa Barbara cost PLN 172.84, on average. This price makes taking the train a budget-friendly option to get to Santa Barbara. Booking your trip at least 1 days in advance can help you secure tickets at the best price. For same-day bookings, you’ll likely have to pay around PLN 21.02 more.
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If you're looking to save on your train trip from San Bernardino to Santa Barbara, book online with Wanderu at least 1 days in advance. That way, you’ll save PLN 21.02 compared to booking your ticket last minute.
Which train should you take from San Bernardino to Santa Barbara?
Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects San Bernardino 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 | 6h 20m | PLN 191.67 |
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 San Bernardino to Santa Barbara every day, as well as 2 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from PLN 151.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between San Bernardino and Santa Barbara is approximately 139 miles, or 224 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 6 hours and 19 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 6 hours and 8 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.
Trains from San Bernardino 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 traveling on Wednesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs San Bernardino at 5:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 5:00am. 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 San Bernardino 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 San Bernardino.
City Information
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 San Bernardino?
Main departure station: 1170 W Third St
There is one train station in San Bernardino.
All train stations in San Bernardino:
1170 W Third St
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
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