Trains tickets from Santa Barbara to San Juan Capistrano

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: June 8 at
    Departure city: Santa Barbara
    Departure location: Train Station
    Arrival time: June 8 at
    Destination city: San Juan Capistrano
    Destination location: San Juan Capistrano, CA
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: June 8 at
    Departure city: Santa Barbara
    Departure location: Train Station
    Arrival time: June 8 at
    Destination city: San Juan Capistrano
    Destination location: San Juan Capistrano, CA
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: June 8 at
    Departure city: Santa Barbara
    Departure location: Train Station
    Arrival time: June 8 at
    Destination city: San Juan Capistrano
    Destination location: San Juan Capistrano, CA
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: June 8 at
    Departure city: Santa Barbara
    Departure location: Train Station
    Arrival time: June 8 at
    Destination city: San Juan Capistrano
    Destination location: San Juan Capistrano, CA
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: June 8 at
    Departure city: Santa Barbara
    Departure location: Train Station
    Arrival time: June 8 at
    Destination city: San Juan Capistrano
    Destination location: San Juan Capistrano, CA
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 4:40 PM PDT.

Prices and availability are subject to change.

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Compare 2 ways to go from Santa Barbara to San Juan Capistrano

Average PriceUS$42 - US$44Average Duration4h 54m
5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Average PriceUS$42 - US$112Average Duration4h 43m
19kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Santa Barbara to San Juan Capistrano

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Juan Capistrano. The journey takes about 4 hours 54 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$42, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day
4h 54mAverage Duration
US$42Cheapest ticket
5kgCO₂ emissions

Train Santa Barbara to San Juan Capistrano: Trip Overview

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Average Ticket PriceUS$42
Average train trip duration4h 43m
Number of daily trains6
Earliest train departure6:53am
Distance213 km
Latest train departure6:57pm

Santa Barbara to San Juan Capistrano Train

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Whether it is train tickets or first class train tickets going to San Juan Capistrano from Santa Barbara, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Santa Barbara - San Juan Capistrano

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Santa Barbara to San Juan Capistrano cost?

    The average train ticket price from Santa Barbara to San Juan Capistrano is US$42. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Santa Barbara to San Juan Capistrano 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 trip from Santa Barbara to San Juan Capistrano?

    A train trip between Santa Barbara and San Juan Capistrano is around 4h 43m, although the fastest train will take about 4h 27m. This is the time it takes to travel the 214 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily trains are there between Santa Barbara and San Juan Capistrano?

    The number of trains from Santa Barbara to San Juan Capistrano can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 6. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Santa Barbara to San Juan Capistrano by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Santa Barbara to San Juan Capistrano was searched and found on Jun 8, 2025 with a price of US$39

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 San Juan Capistrano, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$39 to US$307 for a train ticket from Santa Barbara to San Juan Capistrano based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$39 which is on 2025-06-08.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Santa Barbara and San Juan Capistrano is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in San Juan Capistrano.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to San Juan Capistrano you take, 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 San Juan Capistrano, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Santa Barbara to San Juan Capistrano, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date.

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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Train from San Juan Capistrano to Santa Barbara

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