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How to get from Santa Barbara to Palmdale by train?

By train

To get from Santa Barbara to Palmdale in Los Angeles, take the PACIFIC SURFLINER train from Santa Barbara station to Glendale Amtrak station. Next, take the ANTELOPE VALLEY LINE train from Glendale Metrolink station to Palmdale Metrolink Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 5 hr 14 min.

314min
Walk to train station
Train - PACIFIC SURFLINERPACIFIC SURFLINER
Train - ANTELOPE VALLEY LINE
ANTELOPE VALLEY LINE
Leaves from Santa Barbara

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Santa Barbara
    1.02 mi • 21 min
  • 2
    Train - PACIFIC SURFLINERPACIFIC SURFLINER
    Wait for train
    PACIFIC SURFLINER
    San Diego
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Glendale Amtrak
    156 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Glendale Metrolink
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - ANTELOPE VALLEY LINE
    Wait for train
    ANTELOPE VALLEY LINE
    #269| Lancaster
  • 6
    Ride to train station Palmdale Metrolink Station
    Ride to train station
    Palmdale Metrolink Station
    109 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Santa Barbara to Palmdale

The distance between Santa Barbara, Los Angeles and Palmdale, Los Angeles is approximately 161.59 mi, which can typically be travelled in 314 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Santa Barbara to Palmdale by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Los Angeles – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara is located at Santa Barbara, Los Angeles and the nearest public transit station is Figueroa at Chapala (MTD Transit Center).

Train stations close to Santa Barbara:

  • Santa Barbara

Bus stations close to Santa Barbara:

  • Figueroa at Chapala (MTD Transit Center)
  • Chapala & Anapamu
  • Transit Center

Public transit stations close to Palmdale, Los Angeles

Palmdale is located at Palmdale, Los Angeles and the nearest public transit station is Palmdale Transportation Center.

Train stations close to Palmdale:

  • Palmdale Metrolink Station

Bus stations close to Palmdale:

  • Palmdale Transportation Center
  • 6th St. E. & Ave. Q
  • Ave. Q & Sierra Hwy.

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Santa Barbara to Palmdale?

    The fastest way takes 314 minutes, using Bus line PACIFIC SURFLINER, Bus line ANTELOPE VALLEY LINE.

  • Is there a direct train between Santa Barbara and Palmdale in Los Angeles?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 5 hr 14 min.

  • Which train line goes from Santa Barbara to Palmdale in Los Angeles?

    The PACIFIC SURFLINER train line goes from Santa Barbara station near Santa Barbara to San Diego station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till San Diego station near Palmdale in Los Angeles

  • How long does it take to travel from Santa Barbara to Palmdale in Los Angeles by train?

    The total travel time between Santa Barbara and Palmdale in Los Angeles by train is about 5 hr 14 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Santa Barbara to get to Palmdale in Los Angeles?

    Get on the PACIFIC SURFLINER train from the Santa Barbara station near Santa Barbara in Los Angeles.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Santa Barbara and Palmdale in Los Angeles?

    Get off the train at the San Diego station, which is closest to Palmdale in Los Angeles.

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