The cheapest and fastest trains from Oakland, CA to Oceanside, CA
Cheapest price
$98
Average price
$125
Fastest journey
11 h 2 m
Average duration
14 h 24 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
677 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oakland, 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 Oakland, CA to Oceanside, CA will cost around $125 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $98.
It's difficult to get from Oakland, CA to Oceanside, CA without transferring at least once.
718 Gold Runner · 5818 AMTRAK
710 Gold Runner · 5810 AMTRAK · 586 Pacific Surfliner
11 Coast Starlight · 5818 AMTRAK
11 Coast Starlight · 794 Pacific Surfliner
718 Gold Runner · 5818 AMTRAK
710 Gold Runner · 5810 AMTRAK · 586 Pacific Surfliner
11 Coast Starlight · 794 Pacific Surfliner
11 Coast Starlight · 5818 AMTRAKTravel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Oakland, CA to Oceanside, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oakland, CA to Oceanside, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $72. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 12h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $72, and a flight costs an average of $560.
Distance: 420 miles (677 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$72 Average price Cheapest | $82 Average price | $594 Average price |
14h 37m Average total duration 14h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 5m Average total duration Fastest 12h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 27m Average total duration 13h 27m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Oakland, CA to Oceanside, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Oakland, CA to Oceanside, CA trains for today, Thursday, March 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
710 Gold Runner · 5810 AMTRAK · 586 Pacific Surfliner | 3:08 PM Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA | 11h59 | 3:07 AM Oceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside, CA | 2 transfers | |
11 Coast Starlight · 5818 AMTRAK | 4:09 PM Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA | 19h41 | 11:50 AM Oceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside, CA | 1 transfer | |
11 Coast Starlight · 794 Pacific Surfliner | 4:09 PM Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA | 14h55 | 7:04 AM Oceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside, CA | 1 transfer | |
4794 AMTRAK · 794 Pacific Surfliner | 4:35 PM Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA | 14h29 | 7:04 AM Oceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside, CA | 1 transfer | |
712 Gold Runner · 5712 AMTRAK · 790 Pacific Surfliner | 5:18 PM Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA | 11h46 | 5:04 AM Oceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside, CA | 2 transfers | |
718 Gold Runner · 5818 AMTRAK | 12:48 AM Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA | 11h02 | 11:50 AM Oceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside, CA | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Oakland, CA to Oceanside, CA
Trains from Oakland, CA to Oceanside, CA run on average 9 times per day, taking around 14h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $72 (€59) but you can travel from only $64 (€53) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:25, the last at 23:10. The fastest train covers the 420 miles (677 km) distance in 14h 19m.
Distance 420 miles (677 km) |
Average train duration 14h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $72 (€59) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 14h 19m |
First train 04:25 |
Last train 23:10 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Oakland, CA to Oceanside, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Oakland, CA and Oceanside, CA from $64 (€53). 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 Oakland, CA to Oceanside, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oakland, 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 Oakland, CA to Oceanside, CA
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby, with several public parking lots in the vicinity.
- Yoshi's Oakland
- Scott's Seafood Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- Waterfront Hotel
- Z Hotel Jack London Square
- Executive Inn & Suites
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Amtrak services
- Bus: AC Transit lines 12, 72, 72M
- Ferry: San Francisco Bay Ferry
- 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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