Trains from Santa Barbara, CA to Oceanside, CA

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Train Santa Barbara to Oceanside: Trip Overview

Train Santa Barbara to Oceanside: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$45
Average train trip duration5h 19m
Number of daily trains5
Earliest train departure6:53 AM
Distance157 miles (253 km)
Latest train departure6:50 PM
Please note, this information is subject to change.
Train Companies

Train Companies

US train company: Brightline

Santa Barbara to Oceanside Trains

Information on this train trip

Daily Trains5
Earliest and Latest Train Departures6:53AM - 6:50PM
Minimum Price$45
Average Ticket Price$45
Minimum Trip Duration5h14m
Average Train Trip Duration5h19m
Distance157 miles (253 km)
Train Companies on This RouteAmtrak
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Santa Barbara - Oceanside

The average train ticket price from Santa Barbara to Oceanside is $45. The best way to find train tickets from Santa Barbara to Oceanside is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

A train trip between Santa Barbara and Oceanside is around 5h 19m, although the fastest train will take about 5h 14m. This is the time it takes to travel the 158 miles that separates the two cities.

The number of trains from Santa Barbara to Oceanside can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 5. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Santa Barbara to Oceanside by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

When taking the train from Santa Barbara to Oceanside, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Santa Barbara to Oceanside is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Oceanside you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Santa Barbara and Oceanside compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Santa Barbara to Oceanside while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while traveling more than 17,000 km.

You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

What's the cheapest way to go from Santa Barbara to Oceanside?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
Vehicle TypeTravel TimeAvg PriceDaily Departures
Vehicle TypeBusTravel Time6h 45mAvg Price$52Daily Departures5
Vehicle TypeTrainTravel Time5h 19mAvg Price$45Daily Departures5

The best way to travel between Santa Barbara and Oceanside is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $45 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $45. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Oceanside, choose the train, as it will take you from Santa Barbara to Oceanside in about 5h 19m - that's the fastest way to get there!

Will you be returning to Santa Barbara by train?

Train from Oceanside to Santa Barbara

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