The cheapest and fastest trains from Oakland, CA to Oceanside, CA
Cheapest price
$205
Average price
$205
Fastest journey
14 h 55 m
Average duration
14 h 55 m
Trains per day
1
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 $205 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $205.
Of the 1 trains that leave Oakland, CA for Oceanside, CA on Fri, Jun 19, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct trains cover the 677 km distance in an average of 14 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 14 h 55 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest trains will take 14 h 55 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.
4:09 PM14h55Oakland, CA7:04 AMOceanside, CA$2051One-way0 transfers
4:09 PM14h55Oakland, CA7:04 AMOceanside, CA$2051One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Oakland, CA to Oceanside, CA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Oakland, CA to Oceanside, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $59. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 9h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $59, and a flight costs an average of $278.
Distance: 420 miles (677 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$87 Average price | $87 Average price Cheapest | $596 Average price |
14h 37m Average total duration 14h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 17m Average total duration 12h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 5m Average total duration Fastest 9h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Oakland, CA to Oceanside, CA:
A bus is $0.04 (€0.03) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Oakland, CA to Oceanside, CA costing on average $87 (€71).
A bus is $510 (€416) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Oakland, CA to Oceanside, CA costing on average $596 (€487).
Other travel options to Oceanside, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 12h 47m.
Train takes on average 14h 7m.
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, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:35 PM Oakland, CA | 14h29 | 7:04 AM Oceanside, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:35 PM Oakland, CA | 14h29 | 8:04 AM Oceanside, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Oakland, CA to Oceanside, CA by train, bus, or flight
Compare train, bus, and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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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 $59 (€48) 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 29m.
Distance 420 miles (677 km) |
Average train duration 14h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $72 (€59) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 14h 29m |
First train 4:25 AM |
Last train 11:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Amtrak from Oakland, CA to Oceanside, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Oakland, CA and Oceanside, CA from $59 (€48). 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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