How much is the train ticket from Los Angeles to Oceanside?

The cheapest train tickets from Los Angeles to Oceanside start from R 531. The average price for this train route is around R 531. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure 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 57m, covering a distance of 140 km. The quickest train can get you there in 57m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Los Angeles to Oceanside route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 18 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 R 493 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Los Angeles to Oceanside on 26 March
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	22:10	Union Station	1h 54m	00:04	Oceanside Transportation Center	CheapestFastest
	Train	22:10	Union Station	1h 54m	00:04	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Oceanside on 27 March
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	CheapestFastest
Train	06:10	Union Station	1h 54m	08:04	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
Train	07:10	Union Station	1h 57m	09:07	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
Train	07:10	Union Station	1h 57m	09:07	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
Train	08:10	Union Station	1h 57m	10:07	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Oceanside on 28 March
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	CheapestFastest
Train	06:10	Union Station	1h 54m	08:04	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
Train	07:10	Union Station	1h 57m	09:07	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
Train	07:10	Union Station	1h 57m	09:07	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
Train	08:10	Union Station	1h 57m	10:07	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Oceanside on 29 March
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	CheapestFastest
Train	06:10	Union Station	1h 54m	08:04	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
Train	07:10	Union Station	1h 57m	09:07	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
Train	07:10	Union Station	1h 57m	09:07	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
Train	08:10	Union Station	1h 57m	10:07	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Oceanside on 30 March
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	CheapestFastest
Train	06:10	Union Station	1h 54m	08:04	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
Train	07:10	Union Station	1h 57m	09:07	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
Train	07:10	Union Station	1h 57m	09:07	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
Train	08:10	Union Station	1h 57m	10:07	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Oceanside on 31 March
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	CheapestFastest
Train	06:10	Union Station	1h 54m	08:04	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
Train	07:10	Union Station	1h 57m	09:07	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
Train	07:10	Union Station	1h 57m	09:07	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
Train	08:10	Union Station	1h 57m	10:07	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Oceanside on 1 April
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	CheapestFastest
Train	06:10	Union Station	1h 54m	08:04	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
Train	07:10	Union Station	1h 57m	09:07	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
Train	07:10	Union Station	1h 57m	09:07	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
Train	08:10	Union Station	1h 57m	10:07	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Oceanside on 2 April
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	CheapestFastest
Train	06:10	Union Station	1h 54m	08:04	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
Train	07:10	Union Station	1h 57m	09:07	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
Train	07:10	Union Station	1h 57m	09:07	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
Train	08:10	Union Station	1h 57m	10:07	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 57 minutes and with fares starting at just R 531, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18train per day

1h 57mAverage duration

140 kmDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 364 - R 1 023	Average duration2h 45m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 531 - R 2 606	Average duration1h 57m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Shuttle	Average priceR 1 145 - R 1 393	Average duration1h 50m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 776 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5776 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 531

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 differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Los Angeles to Oceanside?
The cheapest train tickets from Los Angeles to Oceanside start from R 531. The average price for this train route is around R 531. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure 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 57m, covering a distance of 140 km. The quickest train can get you there in 57m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Los Angeles to Oceanside route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 18 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.

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

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The cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to Oceanside was searched and found on 24 Mar 2026 with a price of R 493

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 R 493 to R 6 771 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 R 493, which is on 2026-03-27.