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Is it better to travel by bus or train from Santa Barbara to Las Vegas?
There are usually 1 daily bus trips available from Santa Barbara to Las Vegas.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. PriceCZK 1,407.42 | Avg. PriceCZK 2,087.77 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips1 | Daily Trips1 |
Duration | Duration10h 6m | Duration9h 49m |
Trip Summary
On most days, there is one scheduled train that travels from Santa Barbara to Las Vegas. The train trip from Santa Barbara to Las Vegas is usually about 9 hours and 53 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Amtrak train can get you there in as little as 9 hours and 50 minutes.
| Distance | 284 mi (457 km) |
| Fastest train | 9h 50m |
| Lowest price | CZK 2,087.77 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak |
| Train lines | 1 |
Price trends for trains from Santa Barbara to Las Vegas
Average train ticket prices from Santa Barbara to Las Vegas by month
Which train should you take from Santa Barbara to Las Vegas?
Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Santa Barbara to Las Vegas. 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.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 1 | 9h 54m | CZK 2,087.77 |
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 Las Vegas every day, as well as 1 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from CZK 2,088.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Santa Barbara to Las Vegas
The distance between Santa Barbara and Las Vegas is approximately 284 miles, or 457 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 9 hours and 53 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 9 hours and 50 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 departing from Santa Barbara to Las Vegas tend to have the most passengers on Tuesday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Tuesday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Sunday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Santa Barbara at 10:00am and arrives in Las Vegas around 9 hours later.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. Luckily, this train will get you to Las Vegas 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 Las Vegas 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.
Las Vegas
People say that Las Vegas is a Disneyland for adults and they have a point – with more than 50 casinos and dozens of nightclubs in the Strip area alone, Vegas is the place where you can let loose and have some good old fun.
Why travel the globe when you can see some of the most iconic landmarks in the world right there next to each other on the Las Vegas Strip? Just by walking down the street, you can visit the Eiffel Tower (at the Paris Hotel), check out the Statue of Liberty (at the New York-New York Hotel & Casino), or go for a gondola ride down the canals of Venice (at the Venetian Resort).
Yes, the many gambling opportunities attract millions of visitors to Sin City every year, but it’s the unique shows and concert residencies that have made Las Vegas one of the key entertainment destinations in the world. While you can certainly relax by the pool during the day, Vegas is definitely not a vacation destination if you’re looking for peace and quiet. When you’re in Las Vegas, you better be ready to hit the town, and if you’re lucky – the jackpot!
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 Las Vegas?
Main arrival station: Tour Bus Loading Zone
Las Vegas has one train station.
All train stations in Las Vegas:
Tour Bus Loading Zone
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