How much is the train ticket from Santa Barbara to Oceanside?

The cheapest train tickets from Santa Barbara to Oceanside start from R 756. The average price for this train route is around R 756. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Santa Barbara to Oceanside?

The average train journey time from Santa Barbara to Oceanside is 5h 19m, covering a distance of 254 km. The quickest train can get you there in 5h 7m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Santa Barbara to Oceanside route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 6 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Santa Barbara to Oceanside departs at 06:53. And the latest train departs at 18:57.

Train Santa Barbara to Oceanside from R 593 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Santa Barbara to Oceanside on 12 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:53	Train Station	5h 14m	12:07	Oceanside Transportation Center	Cheapest
Train	18:57	Train Station	5h 7m	00:04	Oceanside Transportation Center	Fastest
Train	06:53	Train Station	5h 14m	12:07	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
Train	08:49	Train Station	5h 15m	14:04	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
Train	08:49	Train Station	5h 15m	14:04	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags

Next departures from Santa Barbara to Oceanside on 13 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:53	Train Station	5h 14m	12:07	Oceanside Transportation Center	Cheapest
Train	18:57	Train Station	5h 7m	00:04	Oceanside Transportation Center	Fastest
Train	06:53	Train Station	5h 14m	12:07	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
Train	08:49	Train Station	5h 15m	14:04	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
Train	08:49	Train Station	5h 15m	14:04	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags

Next departures from Santa Barbara to Oceanside on 14 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:53	Train Station	5h 14m	12:07	Oceanside Transportation Center	Cheapest
Train	18:57	Train Station	5h 7m	00:04	Oceanside Transportation Center	Fastest
Train	06:53	Train Station	5h 14m	12:07	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
Train	08:49	Train Station	5h 15m	14:04	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
Train	08:49	Train Station	5h 15m	14:04	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags

Next departures from Santa Barbara to Oceanside on 15 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:53	Train Station	5h 14m	12:07	Oceanside Transportation Center	Cheapest
Train	18:57	Train Station	5h 7m	00:04	Oceanside Transportation Center	Fastest
Train	06:53	Train Station	5h 14m	12:07	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
Train	08:49	Train Station	5h 15m	14:04	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
Train	08:49	Train Station	5h 15m	14:04	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags

Next departures from Santa Barbara to Oceanside on 16 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:53	Train Station	5h 14m	12:07	Oceanside Transportation Center	Cheapest
Train	18:57	Train Station	5h 7m	00:04	Oceanside Transportation Center	Fastest
Train	06:53	Train Station	5h 14m	12:07	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
Train	08:49	Train Station	5h 15m	14:04	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
Train	08:49	Train Station	5h 15m	14:04	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags

Next departures from Santa Barbara to Oceanside on 17 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:53	Train Station	5h 14m	12:07	Oceanside Transportation Center	Cheapest
Train	18:57	Train Station	5h 7m	00:04	Oceanside Transportation Center	Fastest
Train	06:53	Train Station	5h 14m	12:07	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
Train	08:49	Train Station	5h 15m	14:04	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
Train	08:49	Train Station	5h 15m	14:04	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Santa Barbara 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 5 hours 19 minutes and with fares starting at just R 756, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6train per day

5h 19mAverage duration

254 kmDistance

23kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 688 - R 1 644	Average duration7h 20m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 756 - R 1 965	Average duration5h 19m	CO₂ emissions 23kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 726 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5726 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 634

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Santa Barbara 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 Santa Barbara to Oceanside?
The cheapest train tickets from Santa Barbara to Oceanside start from R 756. The average price for this train route is around R 756. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Santa Barbara to Oceanside?
The average train journey time from Santa Barbara to Oceanside is 5h 19m, covering a distance of 254 km. The quickest train can get you there in 5h 7m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Santa Barbara to Oceanside route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 6 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Santa Barbara to Oceanside?
The earliest train from Santa Barbara to Oceanside departs at 06:53. And the latest train departs at 18:57.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

09/01

R 711

10/01

R 643

Today

R 711

12/01

R 711

13/01

R 711

14/01

R 711

15/01

R 711

16/01

R 711

The cheapest trip from Santa Barbara to Oceanside was searched and found on 10 Jan 2026 with a price of R 643

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

You can expect to pay from R 643 to R 5 363 for a train ticket from Santa Barbara to Oceanside based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 711, which is on 2026-01-12.

What's the cheapest way to go from Santa Barbara to Oceanside?

The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time7h 20m	Avg priceR 809	Daily departures2
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time5h 19m	Avg priceR 756	Daily departures6

The best way to travel between Santa Barbara 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 R 756 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 756. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Oceanside, choose the train, as it will take you from Santa Barbara to Oceanside in about 5h 19m – that's the fastest way to get there!