How much is the train ticket from Sacramento to Oceanside?

The cheapest train tickets from Sacramento to Oceanside start from $106. The average price for this train route is around $127. 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 Sacramento to Oceanside?

The average train ride duration from Sacramento to Oceanside is 17h 16m, covering a distance of 438 miles (705 km). The quickest train can get you there in 10h 55m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Sacramento to Oceanside 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 Sacramento to Oceanside?

The earliest train departs from Sacramento to Oceanside at 6:48am. And the latest train departs at 6:48am.

Train Sacramento to Oceanside from $93 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Sacramento to Oceanside on January 27
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:48am	Sacramento Valley Station	22h 2m	4:50am	Oceanside Transportation Center	Cheapest
7:09am	Sacramento Valley Station	10h 58m	6:07pm	Oceanside Transportation Center	Fastest
6:48am	Sacramento Valley Station	17h 16m	12:04am	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
6:48am	Sacramento Valley Station	17h 16m	12:04am	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
6:48am	Sacramento Valley Station	17h 16m	12:04am	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 1:45 AM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Sacramento to Oceanside

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as the good way to reach Oceanside. The journey takes about 13 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $74, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

13h 5mAverage Duration

438 milesDistance

18kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$74 - $217	Average Duration13h 5m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$106 - $817	Average Duration17h 16m	CO₂ emissions 64kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,750 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5750 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 $90

US train companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Sacramento, US to Oceanside 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 Sacramento to Oceanside?
The cheapest train tickets from Sacramento to Oceanside start from $106. The average price for this train route is around $127. 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 Sacramento to Oceanside?
The average train ride duration from Sacramento to Oceanside is 17h 16m, covering a distance of 438 miles (705 km). The quickest train can get you there in 10h 55m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Sacramento to Oceanside 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 Sacramento to Oceanside?
The earliest train departs from Sacramento to Oceanside at 6:48am. And the latest train departs at 6:48am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

01/24

$119

01/25

$94

Today

$98

01/27

$94

01/28

$94

01/29

$94

01/30

$98

01/31

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The cheapest trip from Sacramento, US to Oceanside was searched and found on Jan 25, 2026 with a price of $94

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

You can expect to pay from $94 to $601 for a train ticket from Sacramento, US to Oceanside based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $94 which is on 2026-01-27.