How much does a train ticket cost from Los Angeles to Oceanside?

The cheapest train tickets from Los Angeles to Oceanside start from £23. The average price for this train route is around £23. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Los Angeles to Oceanside?

The average train journey time from Los Angeles to Oceanside is 1h 54m, covering a distance of 78 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 51m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Los Angeles to Oceanside route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 16 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Los Angeles to Oceanside?

The earliest train from Los Angeles to Oceanside departs at 06:10. And the latest train departs at 22:10.

Train Los Angeles to Oceanside from £22 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Los Angeles to Oceanside on 22 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	18:10	Union Station	1h 54m	20:04	Oceanside Transportation Center	Cheapest
Train	20:10	Union Station	1h 51m	22:01	Oceanside Transportation Center	Fastest
Train	18:10	Union Station	1h 54m	20:04	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
Train	20:10	Union Station	1h 51m	22:01	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
Train	22:10	Union Station	1h 54m	00:04	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Oceanside on 23 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:10	Union Station	1h 54m	08:04	Oceanside Transportation Center	Cheapest
Train	20:10	Union Station	1h 51m	22:01	Oceanside Transportation Center	Fastest
Train	06:10	Union Station	1h 54m	08:04	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
Train	07:10	Union Station	1h 54m	09:04	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
Train	07:10	Union Station	1h 54m	09:04	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Oceanside on 24 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:10	Union Station	1h 54m	08:04	Oceanside Transportation Center	Cheapest
Train	20:10	Union Station	1h 51m	22:01	Oceanside Transportation Center	Fastest
Train	06:10	Union Station	1h 54m	08:04	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
Train	07:10	Union Station	1h 54m	09:04	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
Train	07:10	Union Station	1h 54m	09:04	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Oceanside on 25 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:10	Union Station	1h 54m	08:04	Oceanside Transportation Center	Cheapest
Train	20:10	Union Station	1h 51m	22:01	Oceanside Transportation Center	Fastest
Train	06:10	Union Station	1h 54m	08:04	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
Train	07:10	Union Station	1h 54m	09:04	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
Train	07:10	Union Station	1h 54m	09:04	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Oceanside on 26 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:10	Union Station	1h 54m	08:04	Oceanside Transportation Center	Cheapest
Train	20:10	Union Station	1h 51m	22:01	Oceanside Transportation Center	Fastest
Train	06:10	Union Station	1h 54m	08:04	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
Train	07:10	Union Station	1h 54m	09:04	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
Train	07:10	Union Station	1h 54m	09:04	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Oceanside on 27 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:10	Union Station	1h 54m	08:04	Oceanside Transportation Center	Cheapest
Train	20:10	Union Station	1h 51m	22:01	Oceanside Transportation Center	Fastest
Train	06:10	Union Station	1h 54m	08:04	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
Train	07:10	Union Station	1h 54m	09:04	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
Train	07:10	Union Station	1h 54m	09:04	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Oceanside on 28 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:10	Union Station	1h 54m	08:04	Oceanside Transportation Center	Cheapest
Train	20:10	Union Station	1h 51m	22:01	Oceanside Transportation Center	Fastest
Train	06:10	Union Station	1h 54m	08:04	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
Train	07:10	Union Station	1h 54m	09:04	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
Train	07:10	Union Station	1h 54m	09:04	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Oceanside on 29 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:10	Union Station	1h 54m	08:04	Oceanside Transportation Center	Cheapest
Train	20:10	Union Station	1h 51m	22:01	Oceanside Transportation Center	Fastest
Train	06:10	Union Station	1h 54m	08:04	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
Train	07:10	Union Station	1h 54m	09:04	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
Train	07:10	Union Station	1h 54m	09:04	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Los Angeles to Oceanside

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Oceanside. The journey takes about 1 hour 54 minutes and with fares starting at just £23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16train per day

1h 54mAverage duration

78 milesDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£15 - £48	Average duration2h 45m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£23 - £113	Average duration1h 54m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Shuttle	Average price£50 - £61	Average duration1h 50m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,666 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5666 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at £23

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Los Angeles, US to Oceanside by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Los Angeles to Oceanside?
The cheapest train tickets from Los Angeles to Oceanside start from £23. The average price for this train route is around £23. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Los Angeles to Oceanside?
The average train journey time from Los Angeles to Oceanside is 1h 54m, covering a distance of 78 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 51m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Los Angeles to Oceanside route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 16 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Los Angeles to Oceanside?
The earliest train from Los Angeles to Oceanside departs at 06:10. And the latest train departs at 22:10.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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£22

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£22

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£22

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£22

The cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to Oceanside was searched and found on 20 Dec 2025 with a price of £22

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Los Angeles, US to Oceanside as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £22 to £283 for a train ticket from Los Angeles, US to Oceanside based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £22, which is on 2025-12-23.

What's the cheapest way to go from Los Angeles, US to Oceanside?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time2h 45m	Avg price£24	Daily departures6
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time1h 54m	Avg price£23	Daily departures16

The best way to travel between Los Angeles, US and Oceanside is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost £23 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £23. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Oceanside, choose the train, as it will take you from Los Angeles, US to Oceanside in about 1h 54m – that's the fastest way to get there!