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La Mesa to Santa Barbara trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between La Mesa and Santa Barbara takes 7h 2m and the fastest train takes 6h 21m. The train service runs several times per day from La Mesa 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.

7h 2m
Duration
237 mi
Distance
$99
Average price
5 times a day
Frequency

La Mesa to Santa Barbara train times

Trains run 5 times a day between La Mesa and Santa Barbara. The earliest departure is at 12:09 AM at night, and the last departure from La Mesa is at 3:24 PM which arrives into Santa Barbara at 9:56 PM. All services require a transfer at Old Town Station and take an average of 7h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Map of how to get from La Mesa to Santa Barbara.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 237.2 mi
  • Duration: 7h 2m

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

Amtrak operates a train from San Diego Old Town Transportation Center to Santa Barbara 5 times a day. Tickets cost $70–150 and the journey takes 5h 46m.

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