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Encinitas to Santa Barbara trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Encinitas and Santa Barbara takes 8h 2m and the fastest train takes 5h 32m. The train service runs several times per day from Encinitas to Santa Barbara. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

8h 2m
Duration
208 mi
Distance
$136
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Train (Amtrak)

best
  1. Take the train from Solana Beach Amtrak Station to Santa Barbaratrain train Pacific Surfliner
6h 22m
$112–186

Encinitas to Santa Barbara train times

Trains run twice daily between Encinitas and Santa Barbara. The earliest departure is at 6:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Encinitas is at 9:35 PM which arrives into Santa Barbara at 9:55 AM. All services require a transfer at Solana Beach Station and take an average of 8h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, October 31, 2026

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    North County TransitAmtrak6h 31m • 1 change

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    North County TransitAmtrak6h 30m • 1 change

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    North County TransitAmtrak6h 41m • 1 change

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    Arrives next day

    North County TransitAmtrak13h 20m • 1 change

Departing Sunday, November 1, 2026

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    North County TransitAmtrak6h 31m • 1 change

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    North County TransitAmtrak6h 30m • 1 change

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    North County TransitAmtrak6h 41m • 1 change

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    Arrives next day

    North County TransitAmtrak14h 20m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    North County TransitAmtrak5h 32m • 1 change

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    North County TransitAmtrak5h 51m • 1 change

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    North County TransitAmtrak5h 50m • 1 change

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    North County TransitAmtrak6h 1m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Encinitas to Santa Barbara? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Encinitas to Santa Barbara.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 207.9 mi
  • Duration: 8h 2m

What companies run services between Encinitas, CA, USA and Santa Barbara, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Solana Beach Amtrak Station to Santa Barbara 5 times a day. Tickets cost $110–180 and the journey takes 5h 16m.

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