How much is the train ticket from Sacramento to Oceanside?

The cheapest train tickets from Sacramento to Oceanside start from R 1 818. The average price for this train route is around R 2 174. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Sacramento to Oceanside?

The average train journey time from Sacramento to Oceanside is 17h 16m, covering a distance of 705 km. The quickest train can get you there in 10h 38m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Sacramento to Oceanside route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Sacramento to Oceanside departs at 06:48. And the latest train departs at 06:48.

Train Sacramento to Oceanside from R 1 616 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Sacramento to Oceanside on 19 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
07:09	Sacramento Valley Station	10h 55m	18:04	Oceanside Transportation Center	CheapestFastest
06:48	Sacramento Valley Station	17h 16m	00:04	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
06:48	Sacramento Valley Station	17h 16m	00:04	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
06:48	Sacramento Valley Station	17h 16m	00:04	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
06:48	Sacramento Valley Station	22h 2m	04:50	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags

Next departures from Sacramento to Oceanside on 20 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
07:09	Sacramento Valley Station	10h 55m	18:04	Oceanside Transportation Center	CheapestFastest
06:48	Sacramento Valley Station	17h 16m	00:04	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
06:48	Sacramento Valley Station	22h 2m	04:50	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
06:48	Sacramento Valley Station	17h 16m	00:04	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
06:48	Sacramento Valley Station	17h 16m	00:04	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags

Next departures from Sacramento to Oceanside on 21 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
07:09	Sacramento Valley Station	10h 55m	18:04	Oceanside Transportation Center	CheapestFastest
06:48	Sacramento Valley Station	17h 16m	00:04	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
06:48	Sacramento Valley Station	22h 2m	04:50	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
06:48	Sacramento Valley Station	17h 16m	00:04	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
06:48	Sacramento Valley Station	17h 16m	00:04	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags

Next departures from Sacramento to Oceanside on 23 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
07:09	Sacramento Valley Station	10h 55m	18:04	Oceanside Transportation Center	CheapestFastest
05:10	Sacramento Valley Station	16h 51m	22:01	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
05:10	Sacramento Valley Station	16h 51m	22:01	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
06:48	Sacramento Valley Station	17h 16m	00:04	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
06:48	Sacramento Valley Station	17h 16m	00:04	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags

Next departures from Sacramento to Oceanside on 24 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
07:09	Sacramento Valley Station	10h 55m	18:04	Oceanside Transportation Center	CheapestFastest
06:48	Sacramento Valley Station	17h 16m	00:04	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
06:48	Sacramento Valley Station	17h 16m	00:04	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
06:48	Sacramento Valley Station	17h 16m	00:04	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
06:48	Sacramento Valley Station	22h 2m	04:50	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 1:07 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Sacramento to Oceanside

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Oceanside. The journey takes about 13 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 361, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

13h 10mAverage duration

706 kmDistance

18kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 361 - R 4 231	Average duration13h 10m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 818 - R 12 224	Average duration17h 16m	CO₂ emissions 64kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 652 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5652 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 R 1 533

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Sacramento, 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 Sacramento to Oceanside?
The cheapest train tickets from Sacramento to Oceanside start from R 1 818. The average price for this train route is around R 2 174. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Sacramento to Oceanside?
The average train journey time from Sacramento to Oceanside is 17h 16m, covering a distance of 705 km. The quickest train can get you there in 10h 38m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Sacramento to Oceanside route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Sacramento to Oceanside?
The earliest train from Sacramento to Oceanside departs at 06:48. And the latest train departs at 06:48.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

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R 1 685

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R 1 685

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R 1 685

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R 1 685

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R 1 685

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R 1 685

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The cheapest trip from Sacramento, US to Oceanside was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 685

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 685 to R 22 033 for a train ticket from Sacramento, US to Oceanside based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 685, which is on 2025-12-19.