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Cheap train tickets from Santa Barbara to Carpinteria

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Trip Summary

There are usually 6 daily train trips available from Santa Barbara to Carpinteria. Traveling by train from Santa Barbara to Carpinteria usually takes 1 hour and 3 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak train can make the trip in 13 minutes.

Distance
10 mi (17 km)
Fastest train
13m
Lowest price
$8.00
Trains per day
6
Most frequent service
Amtrak Pacific Surfliner
Train lines
2

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Santa Barbara to Carpinteria Train Schedule

Is it better to travel by bus or train from Santa Barbara to Carpinteria?

There are usually 1 daily bus trips available from Santa Barbara to Carpinteria.

Train
Bus
Avg. Price$17.36CheaperAvg. Price$33.00
Daily Trips6Daily Trips1
Duration1h 3mDuration20mFaster
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There are several train options that can take you from Santa Barbara to Carpinteria:

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What is the price of a train ticket from Santa Barbara to Carpinteria?

In the last month, the average price of a train ticket from Santa Barbara to Carpinteria was $8. This is basically as cheap as train fares can get. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 5 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around $12.50 more if you wait to book until the last minute.

Average train ticket prices from Santa Barbara to Carpinteria by travel date

$30$20$10OctNov

Over the next 30 days, a one-way train trip from Santa Barbara to Carpinteria will cost between $8 and $20. Book in advance to secure the best price in the next few weeks.

Average train ticket prices from Santa Barbara to Carpinteria by month

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Taking the train from Santa Barbara to Carpinteria usually costs about the same throughout the year. In general, train ticket prices for this route are fairly consistent, so expect to pay around $20 whenever you decide to travel.

Prices as travel date approaches

$25$20$15$10$5020

The price of train trips from Santa Barbara to Carpinteria 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 Santa Barbara to Carpinteria?

2 train services operate from Santa Barbara to Carpinteria. 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:

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak15h 16m$66.39
Amtrak Pacific Surfliner514m$8.00

  • 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 Santa Barbara to Carpinteria every day, as well as 2 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $8.

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  • 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. On average, the service offers 5 train trips from Santa Barbara to Carpinteria every day, and prices for a one-way train ticket start from $8.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Santa Barbara to Carpinteria

There are 6 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Santa Barbara to Carpinteria. You can also take a train for your return trip from Carpinteria to Santa Barbara. If you're not set on traveling by train, you could always take the bus from Santa Barbara to Carpinteria for $33.

Trains per day

6

Direct trains

6

The distance between Santa Barbara and Carpinteria is approximately 10 miles. The average train journey between these two cities takes 1 hour and 3 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 13 minutes. It's a short and pleasant ride; the train is a perfect way to get to Carpinteria.

Distance (mi)

10

Distance (km)

17

The earliest train departs Santa Barbara at 6:17 AM while the last train of the day leaves at 7:00 PM. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

First train

6:17am

Last train

7:00pm

Trains from Santa Barbara to Carpinteria are the most crowded on Thursday. 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.

Busiest

Thursday

Least crowded

Wednesday

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 Santa Barbara?

Main departure station: 209 State Street

There is one train station in Santa Barbara.

All train stations in Santa Barbara:

  • 209 State Street

Where is the train station in Carpinteria?

Main arrival station: 475 Linden Ave

Carpinteria has one train station.

All train stations in Carpinteria:

  • 475 Linden Ave

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