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

The average train ticket price from Santa Barbara to Palm Springs is $43. The best way to find train tickets from Santa Barbara to Palm Springs 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 Palm Springs?

A train trip between Santa Barbara and Palm Springs is around 6h 17m, although the fastest train will take about 6h 7m. This is the time it takes to travel the 185 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Santa Barbara and Palm Springs?

The number of trains from Santa Barbara to Palm Springs can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 4. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Santa Barbara to Palm Springs by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Santa Barbara to Palm Springs?

Trains traveling between Santa Barbara and Palm Springs leave from Train Station or Greyhound Station and arrive at Palm Springs Airport.

What are the best sights and things to do in Palm Springs?

Once in Palm Springs, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens, Palm Springs Air Museum, Joshua Tree National Park, Biking, Moorten Botanical Gardens.

Trains from Santa Barbara to Palm Springs | Amtrak

Compare 2 ways to go from Santa Barbara to Palm Springs.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$50 - $65	Average Duration7h 10m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$43 - $58	Average Duration6h 17m	CO₂ emissions 27kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastest

Busbud recommends taking the train from Santa Barbara to Palm Springs

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Palm Springs. The journey takes about 6 hours 17 minutes and with fares starting at just $43, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day

6h 17mAverage Duration

$43Cheapest ticket

27kgCO₂ emissions

Train Santa Barbara to Palm Springs: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$43

Average train trip duration6h 17m

Number of daily trains4

Earliest train departure6:53am

Distance185 miles (297 km)

Latest train departure6:19pm

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,152 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5152 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 $43.00

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Brightline

Santa Barbara to Palm Springs Train

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Where are the popular train stations and stops in Santa Barbara and Palm Springs?

Stops in Santa Barbara

A - Train Station

B - Greyhound Station

Stops in Palm Springs

A - Palm Springs Airport

Frequently asked questions for your trip Santa Barbara - Palm Springs

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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 Palm Springs is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Palm Springs.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Palm Springs, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

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

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Santa Barbara to Palm Springs while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

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 traveling between the city and the suburbs.

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

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 traveled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

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

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time7h 10m	Avg Price$50	Daily Departures2
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time6h 17m	Avg Price$43	Daily Departures4

The best way to travel between Santa Barbara and Palm Springs is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $43 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $43. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Palm Springs, choose the train, as it will take you from Santa Barbara to Palm Springs in about 6h 17m - that's the fastest way to get there!

Will you be returning to Santa Barbara by train?

Train from Palm Springs to Santa Barbara

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Trains tickets from Santa Barbara to Palm Springs