The cheapest and fastest trains from Goleta, CA to Oceanside, CA
Cheapest price
$59
Average price
$59
Fastest journey
5 h 33 m
Average duration
5 h 33 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
265 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Goleta, CA to Oceanside, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Goleta, CA to Oceanside, CA will cost around $59 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $59.
Of the 1 trains that leave Goleta, CA for Oceanside, CA on Mon, Dec 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 22 the direct trains cover the 265 km distance in an average of 5 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 33 m .
On Mon, Dec 22 the slowest trains will take 5 h 33 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Goleta, CA to Oceanside, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Goleta, CA to Oceanside, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €38. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €38, and a flight costs an average of €315.
Distance: 164 miles (265 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€47 Average price | €45 Average price Cheapest | €315 Average price |
6h 3m Average total duration 5h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 33m Average total duration 8h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 25m Average total duration Fastest 4h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Goleta, CA to Oceanside, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Goleta, CA to Oceanside, CA trains for today, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:31 PM Goleta, CA | 5h33 | 7:04 PM Oceanside, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:25 PM Goleta, CA | 5h36 | 10:01 PM Oceanside, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:30 PM Goleta, CA | 5h34 | 12:04 AM Oceanside, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Goleta, CA to Oceanside, CA
Trains from Goleta, CA to Oceanside, CA run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $59 (€47) but you can travel from only $47 (€38) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:57, the last at 18:50. The fastest train covers the 164 miles (265 km) distance in 5h 33m.
Distance 164 miles (265 km) |
Average train duration 5h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $59 (€47) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 5h 33m |
First train 04:57 |
Last train 18:50 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Goleta, CA to Oceanside, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Goleta, CA and Oceanside, CA from $47 (€38). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Goleta, CA to Oceanside, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Goleta, CA to Oceanside, CA by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Oceanside, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Goleta, CA to Oceanside, CA
- 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Day-use parking is available on the West side of the train tracks, 200-600 South Myers St., Lot 27
- Both locations are enforced by the City of Oceanside Parking.
- Harbor Fish & Chips
- 333 Pacific
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- SpringHill Suites by Marriott San Diego Oceanside/Downtown
- Wyndham Oceanside Pier Resort
- Best Western Plus Oceanside Palms
- Located in the main hall
- 26 places, covered
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for Amtrak, Metrolink, and Coaster trains
- Hall 2: bus connections
- Bus: Several lines available
- Metrolink
- Amtrak
- Coaster
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