The cheapest and fastest trains from Los Angeles, CA to Oceanside, CA
Cheapest price
£24
Average price
£30
Fastest journey
1 h 54 m
Average duration
1 h 55 m
Trains per day
14
Distance
124 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Los Angeles, CA to Oceanside, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Los Angeles, CA to Oceanside, CA will cost around £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £24.
Of the 14 trains that leave Los Angeles, CA for Oceanside, CA every day 13 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 124 km distance in an average of 1 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 54 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 57 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
774 Pacific Surfliner
586 Pacific Surfliner
564 Pacific Surfliner
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566 Pacific Surfliner
794 Pacific Surfliner
562 Pacific Surfliner
790 Pacific Surfliner
774 Pacific Surfliner
586 Pacific SurflinerTravel Information
Compare train and coach for Los Angeles, CA to Oceanside, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Los Angeles, CA to Oceanside, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 1m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £22, and a coach costs an average of £15.
Distance: 124 km
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2h 31m Average total duration Fastest 2h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 59m Average total duration 2h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Los Angeles, CA to Oceanside, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Los Angeles, CA to Oceanside, CA trains for today, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
14 Coast Starlight · 794 Pacific Surfliner | 16:51 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 14h13 | 07:04 Oceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside, CA | 1 change | |
770 Pacific Surfliner | 17:10 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 1h57 | 19:07 Oceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
572 Pacific Surfliner | 18:10 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 1h57 | 20:07 Oceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
580 Pacific Surfliner | 22:10 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 1h57 | 00:07 Oceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
782 Pacific Surfliner | 23:10 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 1h57 | 01:07 Oceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
584 Pacific Surfliner | 00:10 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 1h57 | 02:07 Oceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
586 Pacific Surfliner | 01:10 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 1h57 | 03:07 Oceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
588 Pacific Surfliner | 02:10 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 1h57 | 04:07 Oceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
790 Pacific Surfliner | 03:10 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 1h54 | 05:04 Oceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
794 Pacific Surfliner | 05:10 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 1h54 | 07:04 Oceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
562 Pacific Surfliner | 13:10 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 1h54 | 15:04 Oceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
564 Pacific Surfliner | 14:10 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 1h57 | 16:07 Oceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
566 Pacific Surfliner | 15:10 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 1h57 | 17:07 Oceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Los Angeles, CA to Oceanside, CA
Trains from Los Angeles, CA to Oceanside, CA run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:40, the last at 22:57. The fastest train covers the 124 km distance in 1h 54m.
Distance 124 km |
Average train duration 2h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 1h 54m |
First train 04:40 |
Last train 22:57 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Metrolink Trains from Los Angeles, CA to Oceanside, CA trainsAmtrak, Metrolink Trains trains will get you between Los Angeles, CA and Oceanside, CA from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Los Angeles, CA to Oceanside, CA train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Los Angeles, CA to Oceanside, CA by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Oceanside, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Los Angeles, CA and Oceanside, CA
- 4:30 AM - 1:00 AM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Vignes Street and Cesar Chavez Avenue.
- Traxx Restaurant
- Union Station Cafe
- Philippe The Original
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, restrooms.
- $1
- DoubleTree by Hilton Los Angeles Downtown
- Miyako Hotel Los Angeles
- Omni Los Angeles Hotel at California Plaza
- Cost $10
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: Main entrance, platforms for Amtrak and Metrolink
- Hall 2: Metro Rail connections
- Hall 3: Bus terminal
- Metro: Red Line, Purple Line, Gold Line
- Bus: Several lines available including DASH and Metro Bus
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- $0.50
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Bus: Several lines available
- Metro: Orange Line
- 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM Saturday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Located near the main entrance
- Free
- The station is a single-level facility with platforms for Metrolink and Amtrak services.
- Bus: Several lines available
- Metrolink: Ventura County Line
- 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Day-use parking is available on the West side of the train tracks, 200-600 South Myers St., Lot 27
- Both locations are enforced by the City of Oceanside Parking.
- Harbor Fish & Chips
- 333 Pacific
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- SpringHill Suites by Marriott San Diego Oceanside/Downtown
- Wyndham Oceanside Pier Resort
- Best Western Plus Oceanside Palms
- Located in the main hall
- 26 places, covered
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for Amtrak, Metrolink, and Coaster trains
- Hall 2: bus connections
- Bus: Several lines available
- Metrolink
- Amtrak
- Coaster
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