Bedroom
- Power plugs
- Extra legroom
- Free Drinks
- Free meal
- Lounge Access
Cheapest price on 19 Sept
£14
Average ticket price on 19 Sept
£14
Fastest journey on 19 Sept
45 m
Average journey duration on 19 Sept
45 m
Trains on 19 Sept
2
Distance
57 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from San Diego, 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 San Diego, CA to Oceanside, CA will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.
On Sat 19 Sept, we found 2 trains from San Diego, CA to Oceanside, CA, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 57 km distance in an average of 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 45 m .
The slowest trains will take 45 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Diego, CA to Oceanside, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £9 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 19m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, while a train costs an average of £14.
Distance: 57 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£14 Average Price | £9 Average Price Cheapest | £6 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 19m Average total duration Fastest 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 23m Average total duration 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from San Diego, CA to Oceanside, CA:
A coach is £5 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from San Diego, CA to Oceanside, CA costing on average £14.
Other travel options to Oceanside, CA take longer:
Coach takes on average 53m.
Tickets start at around £14 compared to roughly £6 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-8.23. The journey takes 49m versus 47m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for San Diego, CA to Oceanside, CA trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:10 San Diego, CA | 0h45 | 5:55 Oceanside, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:10 San Diego, CA | 0h45 | 19:55 Oceanside, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
![]() | 4:10 San Diego, CA | 0h45 | 4:55 Oceanside, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from San Diego, CA to Oceanside, CA run on average 24 times per day, taking around 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
There are 24 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 22:28. The fastest train covers the 57 km distance in 45m.
Distance 57 km |
Average train duration 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 24 |
Direct trains 24 |
Fastest train 45m |
First train 0:05 |
Last train 22:28 |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
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Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Diego, 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.

Most San Diego, CA to Oceanside, CA trains use the Santa Fe Depot to Oceanside Transportation Center station pair. Use this guide to compare San Diego, CA and Oceanside, CA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Santa Fe Depot is 1 km from San Diego city centre. Public transport options include:
Santa Fe Depot has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: The Fish Market, Karl Strauss Brewing Company
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Santa Fe Depot. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Santa Fe Depot. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Santa Fe Depot: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Santa Fe Depot: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Santa Fe Depot: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include The Westin San Diego, The Guild Hotel, San Diego, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego Bay Downtown.
Old Town Station is 5 km from San Diego city centre. Public transport options include:
Old Town Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Casa Guadalajara, Old Town Mexican Cafe
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Old Town Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Old Town Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Old Town Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Old Town Station: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Old Town Station: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Old Town Inn, Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Diego Old Town, Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town.
Oceanside Transportation Center has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Harbor Fish & Chips, 333 Pacific
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Oceanside Transportation Center. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Oceanside Transportation Center. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Oceanside Transportation Center: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Oceanside Transportation Center: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Oceanside Transportation Center: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include SpringHill Suites by Marriott San Diego Oceanside/Downtown, Wyndham Oceanside Pier Resort, Best Western Plus Oceanside Palms.
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