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Pros: Viewing the coastline. Cons: Nothing. Tips: Ways to get handicap on the second level Get WiFi.
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2 trains operate daily from Santa Barbara to Paso Robles. The train trip from Santa Barbara to Paso Robles is usually about 3 hours and 35 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Amtrak train can get you there in as little as 3 hours and 10 minutes.
Distance | 100 mi (161 km) |
Fastest train | 3h 10m |
Lowest price | DKK 187.95 |
Trains per day | 1 |
Most frequent service | Amtrak |
Train lines | 2 |
Average score for trains from Santa Barbara to Paso Robles
(Based on 1 ratings and reviews)
5.0
Pros: Viewing the coastline. Cons: Nothing. Tips: Ways to get handicap on the second level Get WiFi.
The average price for a train ticket from Santa Barbara to Paso Robles is DKK 304.61, Compared to most train fares, this is an excellent price. By booking your trip at least 7 days in advance, you increase your chances of scoring even cheaper tickets. But if you wait until the day of your trip to book tickets, expect to pay DKK 39.96 more.
By booking your train trip from Santa Barbara to Paso Robles on Wanderu at least 7 days ahead of time, you can save about DKK 39.96 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!
2 train services operate from Santa Barbara to Paso Robles. However, each train line only offers one daily trip.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
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Amtrak | 1 | 3h 23m | DKK 350.48 |
Amtrak Coast Starlight | 1 | 3h 52m | DKK 279.41 |
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 Paso Robles every day, as well as 2 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from DKK 271.
The Amtrak Coast Starlight is a service provided by Amtrak that connects Seattle, Portland, San Francisco, and Los Angeles on the US Pacific coast. The full journey winds through the Cascade Mountains, perfectly clipped vineyards, and dense coastal forest, allowing passengers to get a glimpse of the US west coast while enjoying air-conditioned cars, power outlets, complimentary onboard WiFi, and snacks.
The distance between Santa Barbara and Paso Robles is approximately 100 miles, or 161 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 3 hours and 35 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 hours and 10 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 Santa Barbara to Paso Robles are the most crowded on Sunday. 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 Tuesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Santa Barbara at 7:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 12:00pm. 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 Santa Barbara twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. One of these is a direct train, which will typically get you to Paso Robles faster. While it might still have stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains during your trip.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Paso Robles to 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.
There is one train station in Santa Barbara.
209 State Street
Paso Robles has one train station.
Intermodal Station - 800 Pine St
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