Next train departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Old Town San Diego | Oceanside Transportation Center | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Santa Fe Depot | Oceanside Transportation Center | No tags | ||||
| Train | Santa Fe Depot | Oceanside Transportation Center | No tags | ||||
| Train | Santa Fe Depot | Oceanside Transportation Center | No tags | ||||
| Train | Santa Fe Depot | Oceanside Transportation Center | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Today at 12:38 PM PST.
Compare 3 ways to go from San Diego to Oceanside
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Oceanside. The journey takes about 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5637 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $19
Amtrak San Diego Oceanside recent customer reviews
Bus cancelled with no backup alternative
Sydney H.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Diego, CA, US to Oceanside by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from San Diego to Oceanside?
The cheapest train tickets from San Diego to Oceanside start from $19. The average price for this train route is around $20. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from San Diego to Oceanside?
The average train ride duration from San Diego to Oceanside is 54m, covering a distance of 33 miles (52 km). The quickest train can get you there in 45m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the San Diego to Oceanside route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 23 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from San Diego to Oceanside?
The earliest train departs from San Diego to Oceanside at 4:01am. And the latest train departs at 9:10pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Oceanside was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $17To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from San Diego, CA, US to Oceanside, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $17 to $28 for a train ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Oceanside based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $17 which is on 2025-12-12.
Top Traveled Train Routes
People from around the world trust Busbud
Popular train departures from San Diego
- Find train tickets from San Diego to Irvine
- San Diego to Los Angeles train times and fares
- How to travel from San Diego to San Jose
- Find train tickets from San Diego to Sacramento
- San Diego to Anaheim train times and fares
- How to travel from San Diego to Portland
- Find train tickets from San Diego to Seattle