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Trip Overview

The average train between El Monte and Santa Barbara takes 4h 52m and the fastest train takes 3h 10m. The train service runs several times per day from El Monte to Santa Barbara. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 52m
Duration
115 mi
Distance
$43
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Train (Amtrak)

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4h 14m
$36–74

El Monte to Santa Barbara train times

Trains run every 4 hours between El Monte and Santa Barbara. The earliest departure is at 6:04 AM in the morning, and the last departure from El Monte is at 8:55 PM which arrives into Santa Barbara at 7:56 AM. All services require a transfer at L.A. Union Station and take an average of 4h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 115.1 mi
  • Duration: 4h 52m

What companies run services between El Monte, CA, USA and Santa Barbara, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Los Angeles to Santa Barbara every 4 hours. Tickets cost $29–65 and the journey takes 2h 43m.

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