The cheapest and fastest trains from Oceanside, CA to Santa Monica, CA
Cheapest price
$42
Average price
$42
Fastest journey
5 h 18 m
Average duration
5 h 18 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
138 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oceanside, CA to Santa Monica, 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 Santa Monica, CA will cost around $42 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $42.
It's difficult to get from Oceanside, CA to Santa Monica, CA without transferring at least once.
785 Pacific Surfliner · 5914 AMTRAK
785 Pacific Surfliner · 5914 AMTRAKTravel Information
Compare bus and train for Oceanside, CA to Santa Monica, CA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Oceanside, CA to Santa Monica, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €17. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €17, and a train costs an average of €34.
Distance: 85 miles (138 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
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€34 Average price | €20 Average price Cheapest |
4h 19m Average total duration 3h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 56m Average total duration Fastest 2h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Oceanside, CA to Santa Monica, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Oceanside, CA to Santa Monica, CA trains for today, Thursday, January 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:57 PM Oceanside, CA | 4h38 | 4:35 AM Santa Monica, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why should you book Oceanside to Santa Monica trains with Omio?
Amtrak operates all train services from Oceanside to Santa Monica. Omio is the only official third party seller for Amtrak tickets.
Why book with Omio vs Amtrak?
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Amtrak with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Oceanside to Santa Monica.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Official reseller: Amtrak tickets can only be bought on Omio or Amtrak's website as Omio is the only official third party seller for Amtrak tickets. Trainline, RailEurope, and Rail.Ninja do not sell Amtrak tickets as they are not official sellers.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Oceanside to Santa Monica.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Oceanside, CA to Santa Monica, CA
Trains from Oceanside, CA to Santa Monica, CA run on average 1 times per day, taking around 3h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $42 (€34) but you can travel from only $22 (€17) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 23:57, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 85 miles (138 km) distance in 4h 38m.
Distance 85 miles (138 km) |
Average train duration 3h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $42 (€34) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 4h 38m |
First train 23:57 |
Last train 23:57 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Oceanside, CA to Santa Monica, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Oceanside, CA and Santa Monica, CA from $22 (€17). 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 Santa Monica, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oceanside, CA to Santa Monica, 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 Santa Monica, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Oceanside, CA to Santa Monica, 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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