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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Oceanside Transportation Center | Needles Station | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Oceanside Transportation Center | Needles Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Oceanside Transportation Center | Needles Station | No tags |
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Get from Oceanside to Needles
The journey takes about 8 hours 41 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 1 695, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5663 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 1 695
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Oceanside to Needles 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 Oceanside to Needles?
The cheapest train tickets from Oceanside to Needles start from R 1 695. The average price for this train route is around R 1 695. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Oceanside to Needles?
The average train journey time from Oceanside to Needles is 8h 41m, covering a distance of 315 km. The quickest train can get you there in 8h 41m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Oceanside to Needles route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Oceanside to Needles?
The earliest train from Oceanside to Needles departs at 14:57. And the latest train departs at 14:57.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Oceanside to Needles was searched and found on 21 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 615To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Oceanside to Needles as early as possible.
