Trains tickets from Santa Barbara to Houston, US

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 20 June at
    Departure city: Santa Barbara
    Departure location: Train Station
    Arrival time: 22 June at
    Destination city: Houston
    Destination location: Amtrak Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 20 June at
    Departure city: Santa Barbara
    Departure location: Train Station
    Arrival time: 22 June at
    Destination city: Houston
    Destination location: Amtrak Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 20 June at
    Departure city: Santa Barbara
    Departure location: Train Station
    Arrival time: 22 June at
    Destination city: Houston
    Destination location: Amtrak Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 20 June at
    Departure city: Santa Barbara
    Departure location: Train Station
    Arrival time: 22 June at
    Destination city: Houston
    Destination location: Amtrak Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 20 June at
    Departure city: Santa Barbara
    Departure location: Train Station
    Arrival time: 22 June at
    Destination city: Houston
    Destination location: Amtrak Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Santa Barbara to Houston

Average priceUS$240 - US$374Average duration2d 7h
59kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Average priceUS$369 - US$376Average duration1d 14h
213kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Santa Barbara to Houston

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Houston. The journey takes about 1 day, 14 hours 51 minutes and with fares starting at just US$369, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
1d 14hAverage duration
US$369Cheapest ticket
213kgCO₂ emissions

Train Santa Barbara to Houston: Trip Overview

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Average ticket priceUS$369
Average train trip duration1d 14h
Number of daily trains2
Earliest train departure13:45
Distance1453 miles
Latest train departure18:19

Santa Barbara to Houston Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Santa Barbara - Houston, US

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Santa Barbara to Houston cost?

    The average train ticket price from Santa Barbara to Houston is US$369. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Santa Barbara to Houston is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from Santa Barbara to Houston?

    A train trip between Santa Barbara and Houston is around 1d 14h, although the fastest train will take about 1d 14h. This is the time it takes to travel the 1455 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Santa Barbara and Houston?

    The number of trains from Santa Barbara to Houston can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Santa Barbara to Houston by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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US$441
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Santa Barbara to Houston was searched and found on 20 Jun 2025 with a price of US$441

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Santa Barbara to Houston as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$441 to US$1,136 for a train ticket from Santa Barbara to Houston based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$441, which is on 2025-06-20.

About Train Travel

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Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Houston, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

By choosing the train between Santa Barbara and Houston, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

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Did you know?

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60m under the Great Wall of China!

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one travelling between the city and the suburbs.

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