How to get from Irvine Station to Santa Barbara by bus and train?

Irvine Station to Santa Barbara - Train Schedule

The OC LINE train from Irvine Station to Santa Barbara runs from 5:12 AM to 7:12 PM, with departures every 1 hr-3 hr. The trip takes about 4 hr 25 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Irvine Station to Santa Barbara by bus and train

To get from Irvine Station to Santa Barbara in Los Angeles, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the OC LINE train from Irvine Station station to Union Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the COAST STARLIGHT train and finally take the 5 bus from Chapala & Haley station to Transit Center station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 25 min. The ride fare is $5.75. The bus and train schedule from Irvine Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Santa Barbara on the Moovit app.

265min$5.75
Walk to train stationTrain - OC LINE
OC LINE
Train - COAST STARLIGHTCOAST STARLIGHT
Bus - 55
Walk to Santa Barbara
Leaves from Irvine Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Irvine Station
    290 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Train - OC LINE
    Wait for train
    OC LINE
    #607| L.A. Union Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Union Station
    ID 80214S
    68 min
  • 4
    Train - COAST STARLIGHTCOAST STARLIGHT
    Wait for train
    COAST STARLIGHT
    Seattle
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Santa Barbara
    137 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Chapala & Haley
    ID 213
    710 yd • 9 min
  • 7
    Bus - 55
    Wait for bus
    5
    Mesa / Downtown SB
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Transit Center
    ID 4
    7 min
  • 9
    Walk to Santa Barbara
    Walk to
    Santa Barbara
    170 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Irvine Station to Santa Barbara

The distance between Irvine Station, Los Angeles and Santa Barbara, Los Angeles is approximately 149.54 mi, which can typically be travelled in 265 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Irvine Station to Santa Barbara by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Los Angeles – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Irvine Station to Santa Barbara

To check the bus and train schedule from Irvine Station to Santa Barbara using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Irvine Station) and destination (Santa Barbara), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 265 minutes, using Train line OC LINE, Train line COAST STARLIGHT, Bus line 5.

  • Is there a direct train between Irvine Station and Santa Barbara?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 4 hr 25 min.

  • Which train line goes from Irvine Station to Santa Barbara?

    The OC LINE train line goes from Irvine Station near Irvine Station in Irvine to Union Station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Union Station near Santa Barbara in Los Angeles.

  • How long does it take to travel from Irvine Station to Santa Barbara by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Irvine Station in Irvine and Santa Barbara in Los Angeles by train and bus is about 4 hr 25 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Irvine Station to get to Santa Barbara?

    Get on the OC LINE train from the Irvine Station near Irvine Station in Irvine.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Irvine Station and Santa Barbara?

    Get off the train at the Union Station, which is closest to Santa Barbara in Los Angeles.

  • When is the last train from Irvine Station to Santa Barbara?

    The last train from Irvine Station in Irvine to Santa Barbara in Los Angeles is the Pacific Surfliner line. It leaves the Irvine Station at 10:52 AM.

  • How much is the total train and bus fare from Irvine Station to Santa Barbara?

    The ride from Irvine Station to Santa Barbara costs $5.75.

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