How much does a train ticket from Palm Springs to Santa Barbara cost?

The average train ticket price from Palm Springs to Santa Barbara is $71. The best way to find train tickets from Palm Springs to Santa Barbara is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Palm Springs to Santa Barbara?

A train trip between Palm Springs and Santa Barbara is around 10h 12m, although the fastest train will take about 10h 12m. This is the time it takes to travel the 185 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Palm Springs and Santa Barbara?

The number of trains from Palm Springs to Santa Barbara can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Palm Springs to Santa Barbara by comparing and selecting the train that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

Trains from Palm Springs to Santa Barbara | Amtrak

Compare 2 ways to go from Palm Springs to Santa Barbara.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$96 - $96	Average Duration12h 45m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$71 - $71	Average Duration10h 12m	CO₂ emissions 27kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastest

Busbud recommends taking the train from Palm Springs to Santa Barbara

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Santa Barbara. The journey takes about 10 hours 12 minutes and with fares starting at just $71, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

10h 12mAverage Duration

$71Cheapest ticket

27kgCO₂ emissions

Train Palm Springs to Santa Barbara: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$71

Average train trip duration10h 12m

Number of daily trains1

Earliest train departure2:02am

Distance183 miles (295 km)

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,078 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5078 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $71.00

Amtrak Palm Springs Santa Barbara recent customer reviews

Overall great experience Apart from arriving 1hr late Due to technical issues I guess

Nurbek K.

March 25, 2023

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Brightline

Palm Springs to Santa Barbara Train

Busbud helps you find a train from Palm Springs to Santa Barbara. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find trains with WiFi and electrical outlets.

We make sure you can find a train service from Palm Springs to Santa Barbara from the most reliable train companies operating this trip.

From train tickets to high-end trains trip from Palm Springs to Santa Barbara, we offer a wide range of train services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Palm Springs and Santa Barbara?

Stops in Palm Springs

A - Palm Springs Airport

Stops in Santa Barbara

A - Train Station

B - Greyhound Station

Frequently asked questions for your trip Palm Springs - Santa Barbara

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About Train Travel

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Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Santa Barbara you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Palm Springs and Santa Barbara compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Palm Springs to Santa Barbara while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

What's the cheapest way to go from Palm Springs to Santa Barbara?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time12h 45m	Avg Price$96	Daily Departures2
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time10h 12m	Avg Price$71	Daily Departures1

The best way to travel between Palm Springs and Santa Barbara is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $71 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $71. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Santa Barbara, choose the train, as it will take you from Palm Springs to Santa Barbara in about 10h 12m - that's the fastest way to get there!

Will you be returning to Palm Springs by train?

Train from Santa Barbara to Palm Springs

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Trains tickets from Palm Springs to Santa Barbara