The cheapest and fastest trains from Santa Maria, CA to Oxnard, CA
Cheapest price
$41
Average price
$41
Fastest journey
3 h 6 m
Average duration
3 h 6 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
143 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Santa Maria, CA to Oxnard, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Santa Maria, CA to Oxnard, CA will cost around $41 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $41.
Of the 1 trains that leave Santa Maria, CA for Oxnard, CA on Mon, Mar 23, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Mar 23 the direct trains cover the 143 km distance in an average of 3 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 6 m .
On Mon, Mar 23 the slowest trains will take 3 h 6 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 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 $40. 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 $40, and a bus costs an average of $56.
Distance: 88 miles (143 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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$40 Average price Cheapest | $56 Average price |
3h 42m Average total duration 3h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 34m Average total duration Fastest 3h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Santa Maria, CA to Oxnard, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Santa Maria, CA to Oxnard, CA trains for tomorrow, Sunday, March 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 2:47 PM Santa Maria, CA | 3h06 | 5:53 PM Oxnard, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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 6 times per day, taking around 3h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $40 (€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 6m.
Distance 88 miles (143 km) |
Average train duration 3h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $40 (€32) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 6m |
First train 04:40 |
Last train 20:59 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Santa Maria, CA to Oxnard, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Santa Maria, CA and Oxnard, CA from $40 (€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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Santa Maria, CA to Oxnard, CA
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station with several spaces for cars.
- La Dolce Vita
- Tierra Sur at Herzog Wine Cellars
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- Courtyard Oxnard Ventura
- Hilton Garden Inn Oxnard/Camarillo
- Homewood Suites by Hilton Oxnard/Camarillo
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for Amtrak and Metrolink services
- Bus: Gold Coast Transit District
- Amtrak Thruway Bus Service
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