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Cheap train tickets from Santa Barbara to Portland
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Trip Summary
There are usually 3 daily train trips available from Santa Barbara to Portland. Traveling by train from Santa Barbara to Portland usually takes 1 day, 4 hours, and 24 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Coast Starlight train can make the trip in 1 day, 3 hours, and 25 minutes.
- Distance
- 783 mi (1260 km)
- Fastest train
- 27h 25m
- Lowest price
- SEK 1,407.33
- Trains per day
- 1
- Most frequent service
- Amtrak
- Train lines
- 2
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Santa Barbara to Portland Train Schedule
Is it better to travel by bus or train from Santa Barbara to Portland?
There is usually 1 daily bus trip available from Santa Barbara to Portland.
Train | Bus | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. PriceSEK 1,951.63 | Avg. PriceSEK 1,738.75Cheaper |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips3 | Daily Trips1 |
Duration | Duration28h 24mFaster | Duration35h 40m |
There are several train options that can take you from Santa Barbara to Portland:
See more detailsWhat is the price of a train ticket from Santa Barbara to Portland?
In the last month, the average price of a train ticket from Santa Barbara to Portland was SEK 1,645. This is somewhat expensive compared to other train fares, but it makes sense given the route’s long distance. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 25 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around SEK 512.88 more if you wait to book until the last minute.
Average train ticket prices from Santa Barbara to Portland by travel date
Over the next 30 days, a one-way train trip from Santa Barbara to Portland will cost between SEK 1,447 and SEK 2,071. Book in advance to secure the best price in the next few weeks.
Average train ticket prices from Santa Barbara to Portland by month
Ticket prices for the train from Santa Barbara to Portland often fluctuate based on the time of year. For the best prices on this route, book in October when the average ticket price is only SEK 1,784. If you're thinking of traveling from Santa Barbara to Portland during February, keep in mind that train ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of SEK 2,587 during this time of year. The best way to score a cheap deal, even in February, is to book your trip well in advance.
Prices as travel date approaches
By booking your train trip from Santa Barbara to Portland on Wanderu at least 25 days ahead of time, you can save about SEK 512.88 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!
Which train should you take from Santa Barbara to Portland?
2 train services operate from Santa Barbara to Portland. Amtrak usually has more trains scheduled, with 2 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 2 | 28h 40m | SEK 2,009.24 |
| Amtrak Coast Starlight | 1 | 27h 32m | SEK 1,759.71 |
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 2 Amtrak trains from Santa Barbara to Portland every day, as well as 2 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from SEK 1,417.24.
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.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Santa Barbara to Portland
Yes, there are trains that can take you the entire way from Santa Barbara to Portland. However, there are also some trips on this route that require you to board another vehicle, such as a bus or a shuttle, during your journey. This is worth paying attention to as you book your trip, since a direct train may be preferable for its speed and convenience.
There are 3 scheduled trains on most days. There is one direct train, which you can stay on for the entire journey from Santa Barbara to Portland. In contrast, taking a non-direct train would require you to transfer trains during your trip. You can also take a train for your return trip from Portland to Santa Barbara. If you're not set on traveling by train, you could always take the bus from Santa Barbara to Portland for SEK 971.
Trains per day
3
Direct trains
1
The distance between Santa Barbara and Portland is approximately 783 miles. The average train journey between these two cities takes 1 day, 4 hours, and 24 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 1 day, 3 hours, and 25 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.
Distance (mi)
783
Distance (km)
1260
The earliest train departs Santa Barbara at 10:05 AM while the last train of the day leaves at 12:15 PM. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
First train
10:05am
Last train
12:15pm
Trains from Santa Barbara to Portland 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 Friday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
Busiest
Saturday
Least crowded
Friday
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.
Portland
Portland is the largest city in Oregon and accordingly one of the state's best vacation destinations. Also known as the City of Roses, this city along the Willamette River wows visitors with its diverse street food, quirky counterculture, and sprawling bookstores such as the world-famous Powell's Books.
Portland is the 5th best city in the United States for outdoor activities, thanks in part to open-air grounds like the expansive Forest Park. Gardens are also excellent outdoor date locales for couples on a romantic getaway: stop and smell the roses at either the International Rose Test Garden or the Portland Japanese Garden.
Once you've gotten hungry from a long day wandering outside, nearly every block downtown has a plethora of food trucks waiting to tickle your taste buds. Or, kick back at one of the many breweries in the #3 best city for craft beer in the United States. Unique locations like McMenamin's brewpubs in renovated cinemas or historic hotels do their part to “keep Portland weird.”
As the biggest city in Oregon, Portland is a hub for travel throughout the Pacific Northwest. Amtrak train service and various bus services operate primarily out of Union Station, conveniently-located downtown, and nearby Portland International Airport makes it easy to travel to Portland from near and far.
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 Portland?
Main arrival station: Union Station
Located in Portland’s Old Town Chinatown area at 800 Northwest Sixth Avenue, Union Station features a glowing neon sign encouraging you to “Go By Train.” Union Station serves several iconic Amtrak routes including the Cascades through the Pacific Northwest, the scenic Coast Starlight from Los Angeles to Seattle, and the long-distance Empire Builder which travels all the way to Chicago. Along with train service, Union Station serves intercity bus service via Greyhound, and connects to the Portland Streetcar, MAX Light Rail, and several local TriMet buses. There is a restaurant and bar onsite, as well as a Metropolitan Lounge reserved for Amtrak’s first- and business-class passengers.
All train stations in Portland:
- Union Station
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