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Santa Barbara to Solvang Train Schedule

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Trip Summary

There is usually just one train option from Santa Barbara to Solvang per day. The average train journey from Santa Barbara to Solvang takes 50 minutes, though some trains might be a few minutes slower or faster.

Distance28 mi (45 km)
Fastest train0h 50m
Lowest price€2.68
Trains per day1
Most frequent serviceAmtrak
Train lines1

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Which train should you take from Santa Barbara to Solvang?

Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Santa Barbara to Solvang. Furthermore, there is only one train per day, so you will have to plan your travel around this limited availability. On the other hand, you won't have to spend a ton of time comparing a bunch of possible options.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak10h 50m€2.68
  • 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 Solvang every day, as well as 1 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from €3.

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

Currently there is not a train that travels the entire distance without requiring you to switch onto a connecting vehicle. However, there are direct buses from Santa Barbara to Solvang.
The distance between Santa Barbara and Solvang is approximately 28 miles, or 45 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 50 minutes, It's a short and pleasant ride; the train is a perfect way to get to Solvang.

Trains from Santa Barbara to Solvang are the most crowded on Monday. 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 Monday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.

Most days, there is only one train which leaves Santa Barbara at 11:00am and arrives in Solvang within the hour.

Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. Luckily, this train will get you to Solvang with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains.

You can also take a train for your return trip from Solvang 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 Solvang?

Main arrival station: 1630 Mission Dr

Solvang has one train station.

All train stations in Solvang:

  • 1630 Mission Dr

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