How much does a train ticket from Santa Barbara to Seattle cost?

The average train ticket price from Santa Barbara to Seattle is $157. The best way to find train tickets from Santa Barbara to Seattle 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!

How long is the train trip from Santa Barbara to Seattle?

A train trip between Santa Barbara and Seattle is around 1d 7h, although the fastest train will take about 1d 7h. This is the time it takes to travel the 921 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Santa Barbara and Seattle?

The number of trains from Santa Barbara to Seattle can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Santa Barbara to Seattle by comparing and selecting the train that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Santa Barbara to Seattle?

When taking the train from Santa Barbara to Seattle, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

What are the best sights and things to do in Seattle?

Once in Seattle, you can explore the city. The top sights and things to do are Seattle Aquarium, Pacific Science Center, Space Needle, Family Fun Center & Bullwinkle's Restaurant, Woodland Park Zoo.

Train Santa Barbara to Seattle from $118 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Santa Barbara to Seattle on December 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		12:21pm	Train Station	1d 7h	7:51pm	Seattle King Street Station	CheapestFastest
		12:21pm	Train Station	1d 7h	7:51pm	Seattle King Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Santa Barbara to Seattle on December 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		12:21pm	Train Station	1d 7h	7:51pm	Seattle King Street Station	CheapestFastest
		12:21pm	Train Station	1d 7h	7:51pm	Seattle King Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Santa Barbara to Seattle on December 6
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
12:21pm	Train Station	1d 7h	7:51pm	Seattle King Street Station	CheapestFastest
12:21pm	Train Station	1d 7h	7:51pm	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
9:58am	Train Station	1d 9h	7:51pm	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
9:58am	Train Station	1d 9h	7:51pm	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
9:58am	Train Station	1d 9h	7:51pm	Seattle King Street Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Santa Barbara to Seattle

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Seattle. The journey takes about 1 day, 7 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $124, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

1d 7hAverage Duration

920 milesDistance

135kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$136 - $357	Average Duration1d 10h	CO₂ emissions 37kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$124 - $290	Average Duration1d 7h	CO₂ emissions 135kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,618 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5618 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $124

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Santa Barbara to Seattle by train

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Which train companies travel from Santa Barbara to Seattle?
What are the best sights and things to do in Seattle?

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/28

$279

11/29

$217

Today

$217

12/01

$193

12/02

$172

12/03

$118

12/04

$172

12/05

$118

The cheapest trip from Santa Barbara to Seattle was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $118

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 Seattle, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $118 to $1,040 for a train ticket from Santa Barbara to Seattle based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $118 which is on 2025-12-03.

What's the cheapest way to go from Santa Barbara to Seattle?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time1d 10h	Avg Price$186	Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time1d 7h	Avg Price$157	Daily Departures1

The best way to travel between Santa Barbara and Seattle is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $157 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $124. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Seattle, choose the train, as it will take you from Santa Barbara to Seattle in about 1d 7h - that's the fastest way to get there!