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Compare bus and train for Santa Maria, CA to Oxnard, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Santa Maria, CA to Oxnard, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €32. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €32, and a bus costs an average of €44.
Distance: 88 miles (143 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€32 Average price Cheapest | €45 Average price | €17 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 42m Average total duration 3h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 34m Average total duration Fastest 3h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Santa Maria, CA to Oxnard, CA:
A train is €13 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Santa Maria, CA to Oxnard, CA costing on average €45.
Other travel options to Oxnard, CA take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 12m.
Tickets start at around €32 compared to roughly €17 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-15.20. The journey takes 3h 12m versus 1h 51m 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.
Compare prices and tickets Santa Maria, CA to Oxnard, CA by bus or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Santa Maria, CA to Oxnard, CA
Trains from Santa Maria, CA to Oxnard, CA run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €32 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:40, the last at 20:59. The fastest train covers the 88 miles (143 km) distance in 3h 13m.
Distance 88 miles (143 km) |
Average train duration 3h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price €32 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 13m |
First train 4:40 AM |
Last train 8:59 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Amtrak from Santa Maria, CA to Oxnard, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Santa Maria, CA and Oxnard, CA from €32. 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 Santa Maria, CA to Oxnard, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santa Maria, CA to Oxnard, 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 Oxnard, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Popular train stations from Santa Maria, CA to Oxnard, CA
Most Santa Maria, CA to Oxnard, CA trains use the Santa Maria, South Nicholson Avenue (IHOP Restaurant) to Oxnard Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Santa Maria, CA and Oxnard, CA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Santa Maria, CA station do trains to Oxnard, CA leave from?
Getting to Santa Maria, South Nicholson Avenue (IHOP Restaurant) from Santa Maria city centre
Santa Maria, South Nicholson Avenue (IHOP Restaurant) is 1 km from Santa Maria city centre. Public transport options include:
Santa Maria, South Nicholson Avenue (IHOP Restaurant) train station facilities and services
Santa Maria, South Nicholson Avenue (IHOP Restaurant) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: IHOP Restaurant on-site.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Santa Maria, South Nicholson Avenue (IHOP Restaurant). ATMs are available at Santa Maria, South Nicholson Avenue (IHOP Restaurant).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Santa Maria, South Nicholson Avenue (IHOP Restaurant).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Santa Maria, South Nicholson Avenue (IHOP Restaurant): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Santa Maria, South Nicholson Avenue (IHOP Restaurant): Wheelchair accessible paths available.
Which Oxnard, CA station do trains from Santa Maria, CA arrive at?
Getting to Oxnard Station from Oxnard city centre
Oxnard Station 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 and drink
Food options include: La Dolce Vita, Tierra Sur at Herzog Wine Cellars
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Oxnard Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Oxnard Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Oxnard Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Oxnard Station: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Oxnard Station: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Courtyard Oxnard Ventura, Hilton Garden Inn Oxnard/Camarillo, Homewood Suites by Hilton Oxnard/Camarillo.
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