Train to Work
Passenger rail service between Ventura and Goleta is funded in part by Measure A to reduce congestion on Highway 101 and provide commuters with an alternative to driving.
Schedule
The new service begins in Los Angeles – Union Station and travels to San Luis Obispo.
The schedule for the morning northbound train 757 and afternoon southbound train 792 for stops in Ventura County and Santa Barbara County – South Coast are displayed below.
For more train schedules, visit the Pacific Surfliner site.
Bus + Train Options
Combine train and bus trips to build a schedule that works for you.
Your train pass is valid on VCTC Coastal Express and Santa Barbara MTD, giving you more ways to commute. Just show your valid Amtrak Pacific Surfliner ticket to ride free on connecting buses.
Fares
Subsidized multi-ride passes can be purchased at Amtrak.com.
Connections to your Workplace
Free shuttles provided by Santa Barbara MTD
Convenient connections to your workplace. Meet the shuttle at the train station and ride for free.
Bike Parking
Bike lockers, managed by SBCAG, are available to use at the Carpinteria, Santa Barbara and Goleta train stations. E-mail smartride@sbcag.org to learn more, check availability, and sign a rental agreement.
BCycle
Try one month free of BCycle through SBCAG’s Try Transit program.
Use an electric bike to get from the Santa Barbara station to work.
Free 10-Ride Pass
Try the train. Eligible commuters can receive a free 10-ride pass by registering with SmartRide and answering a short questionnaire. After logging 5 train commutes via SmartRide, riders are eligible for an additional free 10-ride pass!
Employer Resources
Employer Resources – newsletter announcement, postcard, focus on toolkit not forum, These resources are available to help employers promote the train service to their employees.
Invite SBCAG to Present at Your Office
A Transportation Coordinator is available to make a presentation to your organization.
Whether it’s a Lunch-and-Learn or a staff meeting, SBCAG looks forward to sharing information about the train with your employees!