The cheapest and fastest trains from Oceanside, CA to Berkeley, CA
Cheapest price
$225
Average price
$225
Fastest journey
14 h 34 m
Average duration
14 h 34 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
683 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oceanside, CA to Berkeley, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oceanside, CA to Berkeley, CA will cost around $225 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $225.
It's difficult to get from Oceanside, CA to Berkeley, CA without transferring at least once.
6:57 AM14h34Oceanside, CA9:31 PMBerkeley, CA$2251One-way1 transfer
6:57 AM14h34Oceanside, CA9:31 PMBerkeley, CA$2251One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Oceanside, CA to Berkeley, CA
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Oceanside, CA to Berkeley, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $199. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $199, and a flight costs an average of $235.
Distance: 424 miles (683 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$225 Average price | $235 Average price | $199 Average price Cheapest | $93 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
15h 4m Average total duration 14h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 44m Average total duration Fastest 1h 44m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 20m Average total duration 9h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 14m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Oceanside, CA to Berkeley, CA:
A bus is $26 (€21) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Oceanside, CA to Berkeley, CA costing on average $225 (€184).
A bus is $36 (€30) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Oceanside, CA to Berkeley, CA costing on average $235 (€193).
Other travel options to Berkeley, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 9h 50m.
Train takes on average 14h 34m.
Tickets start at around $225 (€184) compared to roughly $93 (€76) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-131.57 (€-107.77). The journey takes 14h 34m versus 7h 14m 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
Oceanside, CA to Berkeley, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Oceanside, CA to Berkeley, CA trains for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:57 AM Oceanside, CA | 14h34 | 9:31 PM Berkeley, CA | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Oceanside, CA to Berkeley, CA
Trains from Oceanside, CA to Berkeley, CA run on average 4 times per day, taking around 14h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $225 (€184) but you can travel from only $199 (€163) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:45, the last at 22:25. The fastest train covers the 424 miles (683 km) distance in 14h 34m.
Distance 424 miles (683 km) |
Average train duration 14h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $225 (€184) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 14h 34m |
First train 4:45 AM |
Last train 10:25 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 4 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Oceanside, CA to Berkeley, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Oceanside, CA and Berkeley, CA from $199 (€163). 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 Oceanside, CA to Berkeley, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oceanside, CA to Berkeley, 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 Berkeley, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Oceanside, CA to Berkeley, 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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