The cheapest and fastest trains from San Francisco, CA to Oceanside, CA
Cheapest price
$77
Average price
$108
Fastest journey
12 h 5 m
Average duration
12 h 45 m
Trains per day
4
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 $108 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $77.
It's difficult to get from San Francisco, CA to Oceanside, CA without transferring at least once.
4794 AMTRAK · 794 Pacific Surfliner10:10 AM13h54San Francisco, CA12:04 AMOceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside, CA$771One-way1 transfer
6642 AMTRAK · 718 Gold Runner · 5818 AMTRAK4:45 PM12h05San Francisco, CA4:50 AMOceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside, CA$1071One-way2 transfers
6612 AMTRAK · 712 Gold Runner · 5812 AMTRAK · 790 Pacific Surfliner9:40 AM12h24San Francisco, CA10:04 PMOceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside, CA$1251One-way3 transfers
6610 AMTRAK · 710 Gold Runner · 5810 AMTRAK · 786 Pacific Surfliner7:30 AM12h37San Francisco, CA8:07 PMOceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside, CA$1251One-way3 transfers
6642 AMTRAK · 718 Gold Runner · 5818 AMTRAK4:45 PM12h05San Francisco, CA4:50 AMOceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside, CA$1071One-way2 transfers
6612 AMTRAK · 712 Gold Runner · 5812 AMTRAK · 790 Pacific Surfliner9:40 AM12h24San Francisco, CA10:04 PMOceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside, CA$1251One-way3 transfers
6610 AMTRAK · 710 Gold Runner · 5810 AMTRAK · 786 Pacific Surfliner7:30 AM12h37San Francisco, CA8:07 PMOceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside, CA$1251One-way3 transfers
4794 AMTRAK · 794 Pacific Surfliner10:10 AM13h54San Francisco, CA12:04 AMOceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside, CA$771One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, 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 bus with prices starting from $69. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $69, and a flight costs an average of $99.
Distance: 424 miles (683 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$79 Average price | $239 Average price | $70 Average price Cheapest | $95 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
13h 5m Average total duration 12h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 36m Average total duration Fastest 2h 36m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 15h 5m Average total duration 14h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from San Francisco, CA to Oceanside, CA:
A bus is $8 (€7) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from San Francisco, CA to Oceanside, CA costing on average $79 (€64).
A bus is $169 (€137) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from San Francisco, CA to Oceanside, CA costing on average $239 (€194).
Other travel options to Oceanside, CA take longer:
Train takes on average 12h 35m.
Bus takes on average 14h 35m.
Tickets start at around $79 (€64) compared to roughly $95 (€77) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $16 (€13). The journey takes 12h 35m versus 6h 59m 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.
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, Tuesday, June 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:10 PM San Francisco, CA | 13h54 | 8:04 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 10 times per day, taking around 12h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $74 (€60) but you can travel from only $69 (€56) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:40, the last at 23:10. The fastest train covers the 424 miles (683 km) distance in 11h 50m.
Distance 424 miles (683 km) |
Average train duration 12h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $74 (€60) |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 11h 50m |
First train 4:40 AM |
Last train 11:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Amtrak from San Francisco, CA to Oceanside, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between San Francisco, CA and Oceanside, CA from $69 (€56). 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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