The cheapest and fastest trains from Oceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside, CA to Van Nuys, Metrolink Station, Los Angeles, CA
Cheapest price
$36
Average price
$36
Fastest journey
2 h 46 m
Average duration
2 h 48 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
150 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside, CA to Van Nuys, Metrolink Station, 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 Transportation Center, Oceanside, CA to Van Nuys, Metrolink Station, Los Angeles, CA will cost around $36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $36.
Of the 2 trains that leave Oceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside, CA for Van Nuys, Metrolink Station, Los Angeles, CA on Tue, Dec 16, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 16 the direct trains cover the 150 km distance in an average of 2 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 46 m .
On Tue, Dec 16 the slowest trains will take 2 h 49 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 bus and train for Oceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside, CA to Van Nuys, Metrolink Station, Los Angeles, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside, CA to Van Nuys, Metrolink Station, Los Angeles, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €15, and a train costs an average of €28.
Distance: 93 miles (150 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€28 Average price | €18 Average price Cheapest |
3h 21m Average total duration 2h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 20m Average total duration Fastest 2h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Oceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside, CA to Van Nuys, Metrolink Station, Los Angeles, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Oceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside, CA to Van Nuys, Metrolink Station, Los Angeles, CA trains for today, Monday, December 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
779 Pacific Surfliner | 9:57 PM Oceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside, CA | 2h48 | 12:45 AM Van Nuys, Metrolink Station, Los Angeles, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, December 16 | |||||
785 Pacific Surfliner | 12:57 AM Oceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside, CA | 2h46 | 3:43 AM Van Nuys, Metrolink Station, Los Angeles, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:57 AM Oceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside, CA | 2h49 | 2:46 PM Van Nuys, Metrolink Station, Los Angeles, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Oceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside, CA to Van Nuys, Metrolink Station, Los Angeles, CA
Trains from Oceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside, CA to Van Nuys, Metrolink Station, Los Angeles, CA run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $35 (€28) but you can travel from only $19 (€15) by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 11:57, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 93 miles (150 km) distance in 2h 46m.
Distance 93 miles (150 km) |
Average train duration 2h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 (€28) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 46m |
First train 11:57 |
Last train 23:57 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Oceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside, CA to Van Nuys, Metrolink Station, Los Angeles, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Oceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside, CA and Van Nuys, Metrolink Station, Los Angeles, CA from $19 (€15). 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 Transportation Center, Oceanside, CA to Van Nuys, Metrolink Station, Los Angeles, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside, CA to Van Nuys, Metrolink Station, 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 Van Nuys, Metrolink Station, Los Angeles, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Oceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside, CA to Van Nuys, Metrolink Station, 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- $0.50
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Bus: Several lines available
- Metro: Orange Line

