The cheapest and fastest trains from Oceanside, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£26
Fastest journey
1 h 55 m
Average duration
1 h 59 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
124 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oceanside, CA to Los Angeles, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oceanside, CA to Los Angeles, CA will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.
Of the 5 trains that leave Oceanside, CA for Los Angeles, CA every day 5 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 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 55 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 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.










Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Oceanside, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oceanside, CA to Los Angeles, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 2m. 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 coach costs an average of £19, and a train costs an average of £25.
Distance: 124 km
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2h 32m Average total duration Fastest 2h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 53m Average total duration 2h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Oceanside, CA to Los Angeles, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Oceanside, CA to Los Angeles, CA trains for today, Wednesday 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
761 Pacific Surfliner | 12:57 Oceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside, CA | 2h00 | 14:57 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
765 Pacific Surfliner | 14:57 Oceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside, CA | 2h00 | 16:57 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
769 Pacific Surfliner | 16:57 Oceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside, CA | 1h55 | 18:52 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
573 Pacific Surfliner | 18:57 Oceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside, CA | 2h00 | 20:57 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
577 NA | 20:57 Oceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside, CA | 2h00 | 22:57 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
779 Pacific Surfliner | 21:57 Oceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside, CA | 2h00 | 23:57 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
581 Pacific Surfliner | 22:57 Oceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside, CA | 2h00 | 00:57 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 13 November | |||||
785 Pacific Surfliner | 00:57 Oceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside, CA | 2h00 | 02:57 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
587 Pacific Surfliner | 01:57 Oceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside, CA | 2h07 | 04:04 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
591 Pacific Surfliner | 03:57 Oceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside, CA | 2h00 | 05:57 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
593 Pacific Surfliner | 04:57 Oceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside, CA | 2h00 | 06:57 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
595 Pacific Surfliner | 05:57 Oceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside, CA | 2h00 | 07:57 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 06:18 Oceanside, CA | 2h11 | 08:29 Los Angeles, CA | 1 change | |
![]() | 06:57 Oceanside, CA | 2h00 | 08:57 Los Angeles, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:57 Oceanside, CA | 1h55 | 10:52 Los Angeles, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:57 Oceanside, CA | 2h00 | 12:57 Los Angeles, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Oceanside, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Trains from Oceanside, CA to Los Angeles, CA run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 but you can travel from only £19 by coach.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:57, the last at 22:57. The fastest train covers the 124 km distance in 3h 10m.
Distance 124 km |
Average train duration 2h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 3h 10m |
First train 04:57 |
Last train 22:57 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Metrolink Trains from Oceanside, CA to Los Angeles, CA trainsAmtrak, Metrolink Trains trains will get you between Oceanside, CA and Los Angeles, CA from £19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Oceanside, CA to Los Angeles, CA train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oceanside, CA to Los Angeles, 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 Los Angeles, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Oceanside, CA and Los Angeles, CA
- 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
- 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
- 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
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