The cheapest and fastest trains from San Jose, CA to Oceanside, CA
Cheapest price
$111
Average price
$111
Fastest journey
12 h 54 m
Average duration
12 h 54 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
617 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from San Jose, 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 Jose, CA to Oceanside, CA will cost around $111 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $111.
Of the 1 trains that leave San Jose, CA for Oceanside, CA on Mon, Dec 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 22 the direct trains cover the 617 km distance in an average of 12 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 12 h 54 m .
On Mon, Dec 22 the slowest trains will take 12 h 54 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 Jose, CA to Oceanside, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Jose, CA to Oceanside, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €42. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €42, and a flight costs an average of €60.
Distance: 383 miles (617 km)
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€91 Average price | €129 Average price | €75 Average price Cheapest |
12h 35m Average total duration 12h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 24m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 35m Average total duration 11h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
San Jose, CA to Oceanside, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for San Jose, CA to Oceanside, CA trains for today, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
727 Capitol Corridor · 4794 AMTRAK · 794 Pacific Surfliner | 5:48 PM Santa Clara Station, Santa Clara, CA | 14h16 | 8:04 AM Oceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside, CA | 2 transfers | |
11 Coast Starlight · 5818 AMTRAK | 6:26 PM San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA | 18h24 | 12:50 PM Oceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside, CA | 1 transfer | |
11 Coast Starlight · 794 Pacific Surfliner | 6:26 PM San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA | 13h38 | 8:04 AM Oceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside, CA | 1 transfer | |
4794 AMTRAK · 794 Pacific Surfliner | 7:35 PM San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA | 12h29 | 8:04 AM Oceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside, CA | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, December 22 | |||||
![]() | 1:10 PM San Jose, CA | 12h54 | 2:04 AM Oceanside, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from San Jose, CA to Oceanside, CA
Trains from San Jose, CA to Oceanside, CA run on average 7 times per day, taking around 12h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $111 (€89) but you can travel from only $52 (€42) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:57, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 383 miles (617 km) distance in 12h 54m.
Distance 383 miles (617 km) |
Average train duration 12h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $111 (€89) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 12h 54m |
First train 04:57 |
Last train 23:45 |
Train companies: Amtrak from San Jose, CA to Oceanside, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between San Jose, CA and Oceanside, CA from $52 (€42). 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 Jose, CA to Oceanside, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Jose, 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 Jose, CA to Oceanside, CA
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available 7 days a week, with multiple lots surrounding the station.
- The Farmers Union
- Poor House Bistro
- La Victoria Taqueria
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Hotel De Anza
- The Westin San Jose
- AC Hotel by Marriott San Jose Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has a main hall with ticketing and waiting areas, platforms for Caltrain, Amtrak, and ACE services, and connections to VTA buses and light rail.
- Bus: VTA Bus Lines 22, 64A, 64B, 68, 168, 181
- Light Rail: VTA Green Line
- Caltrain
- Amtrak
- ACE
- 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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