How much is the train ticket from Oceanside to Chicago?

The cheapest train tickets from Oceanside to Chicago start from $1,271. The average price for this train route is around $1,436. 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 Oceanside to Chicago?

The average train ride duration from Oceanside to Chicago is 1d 21h, covering a distance of 1722 miles (2778 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 21h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Oceanside to Chicago route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Oceanside to Chicago?

The earliest train departs from Oceanside to Chicago at 2:57pm. And the latest train departs at 2:57pm.

Train Oceanside to Chicago from $324 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Oceanside to Chicago on December 25
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		2:57pm	Oceanside Transportation Center	1d 21h	2:42pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Oceanside to Chicago on December 26
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		2:57pm	Oceanside Transportation Center	1d 21h	2:42pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Oceanside to Chicago on December 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		2:57pm	Oceanside Transportation Center	1d 21h	2:42pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
		4:57pm	Oceanside Transportation Center	2d 19h	2:39pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for Oceanside to Chicago on December 28
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
2:57pm	Oceanside Transportation Center	1d 21h	2:42pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
4:57pm	Oceanside Transportation Center	2d 18h	1:44pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
4:57pm	Oceanside Transportation Center	2d 19h	2:39pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for Oceanside to Chicago on December 29
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
2:57pm	Oceanside Transportation Center	1d 21h	2:42pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
2:57pm	Oceanside Transportation Center	1d 21h	2:42pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
2:57pm	Oceanside Transportation Center	1d 21h	2:42pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
4:57pm	Oceanside Transportation Center	2d 19h	2:39pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for Oceanside to Chicago on December 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		2:57pm	Oceanside Transportation Center	1d 21h	2:42pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
		4:57pm	Oceanside Transportation Center	2d 19h	2:39pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:01 AM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Oceanside to Chicago

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 2 days, 5 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $227, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

2d 5hAverage Duration

1722 milesDistance

69kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$227 - $601	Average Duration2d 5h	CO₂ emissions 69kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$1,271 - $1,631	Average Duration1d 21h	CO₂ emissions 253kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,675 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5675 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 $339

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Oceanside to Chicago 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 Oceanside to Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from Oceanside to Chicago start from $1,271. The average price for this train route is around $1,436. 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 Oceanside to Chicago?
The average train ride duration from Oceanside to Chicago is 1d 21h, covering a distance of 1722 miles (2778 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 21h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Oceanside to Chicago route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Oceanside to Chicago?
The earliest train departs from Oceanside to Chicago at 2:57pm. And the latest train departs at 2:57pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/23

$1,386

12/24

$1,091

Today

$879

12/26

$1,386

12/27

$1,574

12/28

$1,226

12/29

$324

12/30

$976

The cheapest trip from Oceanside to Chicago was searched and found on Dec 29, 2025 with a price of $324

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

You can expect to pay from $324 to $2,713 for a train ticket from Oceanside to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $324 which is on 2025-12-29.