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California Surf Museum
Museum focused on surfing heritage with boards, photographs, and exhibits that connect Oceanside’s beach culture to California surf history.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
€12
Average ticket price on Sep 20
€12
Fastest journey on Sep 20
2 h 39 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
2 h 40 m
Trains on Sep 20
2
Distance
102 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from San Bernardino, CA to Oceanside, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from San Bernardino, CA to Oceanside, CA will cost around €12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €12.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 2 trains from San Bernardino, CA to Oceanside, CA, including 2 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 102 km distance in an average of 2 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 39 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 2 h 40 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.




Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from San Bernardino, CA to Oceanside, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €42 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 2h 55m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €42, while a bus costs an average of €47.
Distance: 63 miles (102 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€42 Average price Cheapest | €47 Average price | €14 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 24m Average total duration 3h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 55m Average total duration Fastest 2h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from San Bernardino, CA to Oceanside, CA:
A train is €6 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from San Bernardino, CA to Oceanside, CA costing on average €47.
Other travel options to Oceanside, CA take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 54m.
Tickets start at around €42 compared to roughly €14 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-27.71. The journey takes 3h 54m versus 1h 33m 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 San Bernardino, CA to Oceanside, CA trains for tomorrow, Sunday, September 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:57 AM San Bernardino, CA | 2h39 | 9:36 AM Oceanside, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:56 AM San Bernardino, CA | 2h40 | 11:36 AM Oceanside, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from San Bernardino, CA to Oceanside, CA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 3h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €35 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:51, the last at 14:57. The fastest train covers the 63 miles (102 km) distance in 2h 44m.
Distance 63 miles (102 km) |
Average train duration 3h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price €35 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 2h 44m |
First train 5:51 AM |
Last train 2:57 PM |
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Museum focused on surfing heritage with boards, photographs, and exhibits that connect Oceanside’s beach culture to California surf history.
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Lively downtown district with historic buildings, shops, public art, and easy access to the pier and beach. Great for a casual walk.
Scenic harbor area with walking paths, marina views, and access to waterfront recreation. A relaxed local favorite away from the main beach.
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Most San Bernardino, CA to Oceanside, CA trains use the San Bernardino Depot to Oceanside Transportation Center station pair. Use this guide to compare San Bernardino, CA and Oceanside, CA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
San Bernardino Depot is 1 km from San Bernardino city centre. Public transport options include:
San Bernardino Depot has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: The Mexico Cafe, Mitla Cafe
Free.
Ticket office support is available at San Bernardino Depot. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at San Bernardino Depot. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at San Bernardino Depot: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at San Bernardino Depot: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at San Bernardino Depot: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hilton Garden Inn San Bernardino, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel San Bernardino, Homewood Suites by Hilton San Bernardino.
Oceanside Transportation Center 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: Harbor Fish & Chips, 333 Pacific
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Oceanside Transportation Center. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Oceanside Transportation Center. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Oceanside Transportation Center: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Oceanside Transportation Center: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Oceanside Transportation Center: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include SpringHill Suites by Marriott San Diego Oceanside/Downtown, Wyndham Oceanside Pier Resort, Best Western Plus Oceanside Palms.
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