The cheapest and fastest trains from Oakland, CA to Oxnard, CA
Cheapest price
$161
Average price
$161
Fastest journey
10 h 11 m
Average duration
10 h 11 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
488 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oakland, CA to Oxnard, 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 Oxnard, CA will cost around $161 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $161.
Of the 1 trains that leave Oakland, CA for Oxnard, CA on Tue, May 26, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, May 26 the direct trains cover the 488 km distance in an average of 10 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 h 11 m .
On Tue, May 26 the slowest trains will take 10 h 11 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.
9:09 AM10h11Oakland, CA7:20 PMOxnard, CA$1611One-way0 transfers
9:09 AM10h11Oakland, CA7:20 PMOxnard, CA$1611One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Oakland, CA to Oxnard, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oakland, CA to Oxnard, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $45. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 9h 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $45, and a flight costs an average of $255.
Distance: 303 miles (488 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$84 Average price | $46 Average price Cheapest | $510 Average price | $73 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 33m Average total duration 10h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 22m Average total duration Fastest 9h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 30m Average total duration 13h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Oakland, CA to Oxnard, CA:
A bus is $39 (€31) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Oakland, CA to Oxnard, CA costing on average $84 (€68).
A bus is $464 (€374) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Oakland, CA to Oxnard, CA costing on average $510 (€411).
Other travel options to Oxnard, CA take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 3m.
Flight takes on average 13h 30m.
Tickets start at around $84 (€68) compared to roughly $73 (€59) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-11.36 (€-9.16). The journey takes 10h 3m versus 5h 33m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Oakland, CA to Oxnard, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Oakland, CA to Oxnard, CA trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, May 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:09 AM Oakland, CA | 10h11 | 7:20 PM Oxnard, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Oakland, CA to Oxnard, CA
Trains from Oakland, CA to Oxnard, CA run on average 7 times per day, taking around 10h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $65 (€53) but you can travel from only $45 (€36) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:25, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 303 miles (488 km) distance in 8h 49m.
Distance 303 miles (488 km) |
Average train duration 10h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $65 (€53) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 8h 49m |
First train 4:25 AM |
Last train 10:00 PM |
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Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 5 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Oakland, CA to Oxnard, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Oakland, CA and Oxnard, CA from $45 (€36). 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 Oxnard, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oakland, CA to Oxnard, 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 Oxnard, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Oakland, CA to Oxnard, 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station with several spaces for cars.
- La Dolce Vita
- Tierra Sur at Herzog Wine Cellars
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- Courtyard Oxnard Ventura
- Hilton Garden Inn Oxnard/Camarillo
- Homewood Suites by Hilton Oxnard/Camarillo
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for Amtrak and Metrolink services
- Bus: Gold Coast Transit District
- Amtrak Thruway Bus Service
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