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Santa Barbara to San Marcos trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Santa Barbara and San Marcos takes 6h 59m and the fastest train takes 6h 16m. The train service runs several times per day from Santa Barbara to San Marcos. 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 59m
Duration
206 mi
Distance
$77
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Train (Amtrak)

best
  1. Take the train from Santa Barbara to Oceansidetrain train Pacific Surfliner
6h 12m
$62–131

Santa Barbara to San Marcos train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Santa Barbara and San Marcos. The earliest departure is at 6:53 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Santa Barbara is at 7:00 PM which arrives into San Marcos at 4:43 AM. All services require a transfer at Oceanside and take an average of 6h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Frequently asked questions

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Map of how to get from Santa Barbara to San Marcos.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 205.5 mi
  • Duration: 6h 59m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Santa Barbara to Oceanside every 4 hours. Tickets cost $60–130 and the journey takes 5h 10m.

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