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San Diego State University to Santa Barbara trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between San Diego State University and Santa Barbara takes 6h 57m and the fastest train takes 6h 16m. The train service runs several times per day from San Diego State University 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.

6h 57m
Duration
235 mi
Distance
$85
Average price
5 times a day
Frequency

Train (Amtrak)

best
  1. Take the train from San Diego Old Town Transportation Center to Santa Barbaratrain train Pacific Surfliner
7h 13m
$70–150

San Diego State University to Santa Barbara train times

Trains run 5 times a day between San Diego State University and Santa Barbara. The earliest departure is at 12:14 AM at night, and the last departure from San Diego State University is at 3:29 PM which arrives into Santa Barbara at 9:56 PM. All services require a transfer at SDSU Station and take an average of 6h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 235.5 mi
  • Duration: 6h 57m

What companies run services between San Diego State University, 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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