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There are usually 6 daily train trips available from Santa Barbara to Simi Valley. Traveling by train from Santa Barbara to Simi Valley usually takes one hour and 47 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak train can make the trip in one hour and 39 minutes.
| Distance | 53 mi (86 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 39m |
| Lowest price | DKK 133.58 |
| Trains per day | 6 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak |
| Train lines | 3 |
Average score for trains from Santa Barbara to Simi Valley
(Based on 3 ratings and reviews)
5.0
Pros: Getting tickets and hopping on and off at our destination is easy. Cons: Better selection of non-alcoholic beverages or snacks. Tips: Bring a charging block to charge your devices. There are outlets at every seat.
5.0
Pros: It was very relaxing and definitely enjoyable! Cons: The friendliness of staff.
In the last 30 days, the average cost of a train ticket from Santa Barbara to Simi Valley was DKK 147.65. This is a fantastic deal for train travel. You have the best chances of scoring the cheapest ticket to Simi Valley if you book your train tickets at least 27 days in advance. Waiting to purchase until the day of your trip could end up costing you an extra DKK 14.06.
The price of train trips from Santa Barbara to Simi Valley 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.
There are 3 train lines with service from Santa Barbara to Simi Valley. Amtrak is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 4 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 4 | 1h 47m | DKK 161.71 |
| Amtrak Coast Starlight | 1 | 1h 43m | DKK 215.14 |
| Amtrak Pacific Surfliner | 1 | 1h 49m | DKK 161.71 |
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 4 Amtrak trains from Santa Barbara to Simi Valley every day, as well as 4 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from DKK 162.
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 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 1 train trips from Santa Barbara to Simi Valley every day, and prices for a one-way train ticket start from DKK 162.
Trains from Santa Barbara to Simi Valley 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 Thursday 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 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Santa Barbara to Simi Valley.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Simi Valley 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
Simi Valley has one train station.
Amtrak - Metrolink Station
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