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Stockton to Santa Barbara Train Schedule
Is it better to travel by bus or train from Stockton to Santa Barbara?
There are usually 1 daily bus trips available from Stockton to Santa Barbara.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. PriceCHF 65.49 | Avg. PriceCHF 64.35 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips1 | Daily Trips4 |
Duration | Duration12h 0m | Duration9h 43m |
Trip Summary
You can pick from 3 daily train trips between Stockton and Santa Barbara. The average train journey from Stockton to Santa Barbara takes 9 hours and 42 minutes, but some Amtrak train trips are as short as 8 hours and 10 minutes.
| Distance | 260 mi (418 km) |
| Fastest train | 8h 10m |
| Lowest price | CHF 57.51 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak |
| Train lines | 1 |
What is the price of a train ticket from Stockton to Santa Barbara?
In the last 30 days, the average cost of a train ticket from Stockton to Santa Barbara was CHF 64.16. You have the best chances of scoring the cheapest ticket to Santa Barbara if you book your train tickets at least 14 days in advance. Waiting to purchase until the day of your trip could end up costing you an extra CHF 3.49.
Monthly avg. prices
Which train should you take from Stockton to Santa Barbara?
Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Stockton to Santa Barbara. However, there are 3 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 3 | 9h 43m | CHF 69.85 |
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 3 Amtrak trains from Stockton to Santa Barbara every day, as well as 3 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from CHF 58.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Stockton to Santa Barbara
The distance between Stockton and Santa Barbara is approximately 260 miles, or 418 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 9 hours and 42 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 8 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.
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Stockton to Santa Barbara on Saturday. Tickets for Saturday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Thursday. Thursday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Stockton 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.
There are 3 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Santa Barbara to Stockton.
City Information
Stockton
Stockton, California, is a diverse, creative, and culturally rich city. It's also in the perfect place for various Cali weekend trips, with Sacramento, San Francisco, and Yosemite National Park all within reach. Stockton is an excellent place to post up while touring Northern California.
And of course, there's plenty to do in the city itself. The Bob Hope Theatre, sometimes known as "The Fox" by locals, is a popular entertainment venue and a beautifully preserved piece of Stockton's history. The recent refurbishment has produced a magnificent place for local arts productions, film, dance, comedy, and Broadway-style entertainment, as well as the newest in top-name musical entertainment.
Amtrak has multiple routes to Stockton from Bakersfield, Los Angeles, and Sacramento. Jefferson Lines provides the most bus service to the city, and buses go from Stockton to cities across the nation, including Phoenix, Huntington Park, and even Ontario. The city has its own airport, Stockton Airport (SCK), although some travelers also use the airport in Sacramento for more flight options.
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 Stockton?
Main departure station: 735 S San Joaquin St
There are two stations in Stockton where you can board the train to Santa Barbara.
All train stations in Stockton:
735 S San Joaquin St
Cabral Station - 949 E Channel St
Where is the train station in Santa Barbara?
Main arrival station: 209 State Street
Santa Barbara has one train station.
All train stations in Santa Barbara:
209 State Street
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