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Trip Overview

The average train between Reno and Santa Barbara takes 33h 8m and the fastest train takes 32h 48m. The train runs, on average, 6 times per week from Reno 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.

33h 8m
Duration
600 mi
Distance
$388
Average price
6 times a week
Frequency

Reno to Santa Barbara train times

Trains run 6 times a week between Reno and Santa Barbara. The earliest departure is at 8:24 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Reno is at 9:24 AM which arrives into Santa Barbara at 6:12 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 33h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 30, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak32h 48m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, October 31, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak32h 48m • 1 change

Departing Sunday, November 1, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak33h 48m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak33h 48m • 1 change

Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak32h 48m • 1 change

Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak32h 48m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Reno 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.

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  • Distance: 600 mi
  • Duration: 33h 8m

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

You can take a train from Reno to Santa Barbara via Sacramento in around 18h 5m.

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