The cheapest and fastest trains from San Francisco, CA to Oceanside, CA
Cheapest price
$89
Average price
$89
Fastest journey
14 h 14 m
Average duration
14 h 14 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
683 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from San Francisco, 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 Francisco, CA to Oceanside, CA will cost around $89 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $89.
Of the 1 trains that leave San Francisco, CA for Oceanside, CA on Sat, Jan 31, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jan 31 the direct trains cover the 683 km distance in an average of 14 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 14 h 14 m .
On Sat, Jan 31 the slowest trains will take 14 h 14 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, bus, and flight for San Francisco, CA to Oceanside, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Francisco, CA to Oceanside, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €69. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €69, and a flight costs an average of €34.
Distance: 424 miles (683 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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€69 Average price Cheapest | €169 Average price | €103 Average price |
13h 5m Average total duration 12h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 40m Average total duration Fastest 2h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 17h 43m Average total duration 17h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
San Francisco, CA to Oceanside, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for San Francisco, CA to Oceanside, CA trains for today, Friday, January 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:00 PM San Francisco, CA | 14h04 | 7:04 AM Oceanside, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from San Francisco, CA to Oceanside, CA
Trains from San Francisco, CA to Oceanside, CA run on average 12 times per day, taking around 12h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $87 (€69) but you can travel from only $43 (€34) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 04:40, the last at 22:35. The fastest train covers the 424 miles (683 km) distance in 14h 4m.
Distance 424 miles (683 km) |
Average train duration 12h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $87 (€69) |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 14h 4m |
First train 04:40 |
Last train 22:35 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Caltrain from San Francisco, CA to Oceanside, CA trainsAmtrak, Caltrain trains will get you between San Francisco, CA and Oceanside, CA from $43 (€34). 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 San Francisco, CA to Oceanside, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Francisco, CA to Oceanside, 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 Oceanside, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from San Francisco, CA to Oceanside, 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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