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San Luis Obispo to Santa Barbara trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara takes 2h 37m and the fastest train takes 2h 35m. The train service runs several times per day from San Luis Obispo 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.

2h 37m
Duration
119 mi
Distance
$45
Average price
4 times a day
Frequency

San Luis Obispo to Santa Barbara train times

Trains run 4 times a day between San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara. The earliest departure is at 6:11 AM in the morning, and the last departure from San Luis Obispo is at 4:17 PM which arrives into Santa Barbara at 6:57 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 118.6 mi
  • Duration: 2h 37m

What companies run services between San Luis Obispo, CA, USA and Santa Barbara, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from San Luis Obispo to Santa Barbara 4 times a day. Tickets cost $35–80 and the journey takes 2h 41m.

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