The cheapest and fastest trains from Oceanside, CA to East Los Angeles, CA
Cheapest price
$17
Average price
$34
Fastest journey
1 h 49 m
Average duration
1 h 54 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
118 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oceanside, CA to East Los Angeles, 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 East Los Angeles, CA will cost around $34 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $17.
Of the 4 trains that leave Oceanside, CA for East Los Angeles, CA on Tue, Dec 23, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 23 the direct trains cover the 118 km distance in an average of 1 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 49 m .
On Tue, Dec 23 the slowest trains will take 2 h 10 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 Oceanside, CA to East Los Angeles, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oceanside, CA to East Los Angeles, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €14, and a bus costs an average of €37.
Distance: 73 miles (118 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€29 Average price Cheapest | €65 Average price |
2h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 52m Average total duration 3h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Oceanside, CA to East Los Angeles, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Oceanside, CA to East Los Angeles, CA trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, December 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:18 AM Oceanside, CA | 1h49 | 6:07 AM East Los Angeles, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:18 AM Oceanside, CA | 1h49 | 7:07 AM East Los Angeles, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:18 AM Oceanside, CA | 1h49 | 8:07 AM East Los Angeles, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:57 AM Oceanside, CA | 2h10 | 9:07 AM East Los Angeles, CA | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Oceanside, CA to East Los Angeles, CA
Trains from Oceanside, CA to East Los Angeles, CA run on average 17 times per day, taking around 1h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $17 (€14) if you book in advance.
There are 17 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:18, the last at 06:57. The fastest train covers the 73 miles (118 km) distance in 1h 49m.
Distance 73 miles (118 km) |
Average train duration 1h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 (€14) |
Trains per day 17 |
Direct trains 17 |
Fastest train 1h 49m |
First train 04:18 |
Last train 06:57 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Metrolink Trains from Oceanside, CA to East Los Angeles, CA trainsAmtrak, Metrolink Trains trains will get you between Oceanside, CA and East Los Angeles, CA from $17 (€14). 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 East Los Angeles, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oceanside, CA to East Los Angeles, 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 East Los Angeles, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Oceanside, CA to East Los Angeles, 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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