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USS Midway Museum
A large aircraft carrier museum on the waterfront with restored aircraft, flight deck exhibits, and naval history. One of the city's most visited cultural attractions.










Cheapest price
$48
Average price
$61
Fastest journey
4h 47m
Average duration
6h 17m
Trains per day
14
Distance
248 km
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oxnard, CA to San Diego, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $46. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 4h 33m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $46, and a flight costs an average of $114.
Distance: 155 miles (250 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$47 Average price | $274 Average price | $46 Average price Cheapest | $44 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 31m Average total duration 5h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 59m Average total duration 4h 59m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 3m Average total duration Fastest 4h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Oxnard, CA to San Diego, CA:
A bus is $0.29 (€0.24) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Oxnard, CA to San Diego, CA costing on average $47 (€38).
A bus is $228 (€187) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Oxnard, CA to San Diego, CA costing on average $274 (€225).
Other travel options to San Diego, CA take longer:
Flight takes on average 4h 59m.
Train takes on average 5h 1m.
Tickets start at around $47 (€38) compared to roughly $44 (€36) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-2.77 (€-2.27). The journey takes 5h 1m versus 3h 13m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Oxnard, CA to San Diego, CA trains for today, Friday, July 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
770 Pacific Surfliner | 7:57 AM Oxnard Transportation Center, Oxnard, CA | 5h10 | 1:07 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
770 Pacific Surfliner | 7:57 AM Oxnard Transportation Center, Oxnard, CA | 4h55 | 12:52 PM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
774 Pacific Surfliner | 9:55 AM Oxnard Transportation Center, Oxnard, CA | 5h12 | 3:07 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
774 Pacific Surfliner | 9:55 AM Oxnard Transportation Center, Oxnard, CA | 4h57 | 2:52 PM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
14 Coast Starlight · 794 Pacific Surfliner | 11:22 AM Oxnard Transportation Center, Oxnard, CA | 13h28 | 12:50 AM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 1 transfer | |
14 Coast Starlight · 794 Pacific Surfliner | 11:22 AM Oxnard Transportation Center, Oxnard, CA | 13h42 | 1:04 AM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 1 transfer | |
782 Pacific Surfliner | 1:48 PM Oxnard Transportation Center, Oxnard, CA | 5h19 | 7:07 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
782 Pacific Surfliner | 1:48 PM Oxnard Transportation Center, Oxnard, CA | 5h04 | 6:52 PM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
786 Pacific Surfliner | 4:02 PM Oxnard Transportation Center, Oxnard, CA | 5h05 | 9:07 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
786 Pacific Surfliner | 4:02 PM Oxnard Transportation Center, Oxnard, CA | 4h50 | 8:52 PM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
790 Pacific Surfliner | 5:42 PM Oxnard Transportation Center, Oxnard, CA | 5h25 | 11:07 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
790 Pacific Surfliner | 5:42 PM Oxnard Transportation Center, Oxnard, CA | 5h09 | 10:51 PM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Oxnard, CA to San Diego, CA run on average 11 times per day, taking around 5h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $45 (€37) if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:50, the last at 20:21. The fastest train covers the 155 miles (250 km) distance in 5h 9m.
Distance 155 miles (250 km) |
Average train duration 5h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $45 (€37) |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 5h 9m |
First train 3:50 AM |
Last train 8:21 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 7 days |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxnard, CA to San Diego, 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 San Diego, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Oxnard, CA to San Diego, CA trains use the Oxnard Station to Santa Fe Depot station pair, with some services arriving at Old Town Station. Use this guide to compare Oxnard, CA and San Diego, CA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Oxnard Station has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: La Dolce Vita, Tierra Sur at Herzog Wine Cellars
Ticket office support is available at Oxnard Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Oxnard Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Oxnard Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Oxnard Station: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Oxnard Station: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Courtyard Oxnard Ventura, Hilton Garden Inn Oxnard/Camarillo, Homewood Suites by Hilton Oxnard/Camarillo.
Santa Fe Depot is 1 km from San Diego city centre. Public transport options include:
Santa Fe Depot has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: The Fish Market, Karl Strauss Brewing Company
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Santa Fe Depot. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Santa Fe Depot. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Santa Fe Depot: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Santa Fe Depot: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Santa Fe Depot: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include The Westin San Diego, The Guild Hotel, San Diego, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego Bay Downtown.
Old Town Station is 5 km from San Diego city centre. Public transport options include:
Old Town Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Casa Guadalajara, Old Town Mexican Cafe
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Old Town Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Old Town Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Old Town Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Old Town Station: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Old Town Station: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Old Town Inn, Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Diego Old Town, Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town.
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