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Santa Barbara to Riverside trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Santa Barbara and Riverside takes 7h 42m and the fastest train takes 5h 13m. The train service runs several times per day from Santa Barbara to Riverside. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

7h 42m
Duration
163 mi
Distance
$46
Average price
3 times a day
Frequency

Santa Barbara to Riverside train times

Trains run 3 times a day between Santa Barbara and Riverside. The earliest departure is at 6:53 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Santa Barbara is at 6:50 PM which arrives into Riverside at 9:03 AM. All services require a transfer at Los Angeles and take an average of 7h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 163.2 mi
  • Duration: 7h 42m

What companies run services between Santa Barbara, CA, USA and Riverside, Riverside County, CA, USA?

You can take a train from Santa Barbara to Riverside - Downtown via Los Angeles and L.A. Union Station in around 5h 27m.

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