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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.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. PriceCHF 9.58 | Avg. PriceCHF 15.06 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips1 | Daily Trips4 |
Duration | Duration0h 19m | Duration1h 19m |
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 one hour and 18 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Pacific Surfliner train can make the trip in 13 minutes.
| Distance | 10 mi (17 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 13m |
| Lowest price | CHF 6.39 |
| Trains per day | 5 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Pacific Surfliner |
| Train lines | 2 |
What is the price of a train ticket from Santa Barbara to Carpinteria?
In the last 30 days, the average cost of a train ticket from Santa Barbara to Carpinteria was CHF 6.39. This is a fantastic deal for train travel. You have the best chances of scoring the cheapest ticket to Carpinteria if you book your train tickets at least 11 days in advance. Waiting to purchase until the day of your trip could end up costing you an extra CHF 12.05.
Average train ticket prices from Santa Barbara to Carpinteria by month
Prices as travel date approaches
By booking your train trip from Santa Barbara to Carpinteria on Wanderu at least 11 days ahead of time, you can save about CHF 12.05 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!
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:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 1 | 6h 45m | CHF 67.16 |
| Amtrak Pacific Surfliner | 5 | 0h 16m | CHF 6.39 |
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 1 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from CHF 54.
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 CHF 6.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Santa Barbara to Carpinteria
Trains from Santa Barbara to Carpinteria 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 Santa Barbara at 6:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 6:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 6 scheduled trains on most days. 5 of these are direct connections to Carpinteria. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Carpinteria to Santa Barbara.
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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