Deutschland
España
France
Italia
México
Nederland
United States
Cheap train tickets from Bakersfield to Oxnard
Find and compare the best ground travel options in one place.
Trip Summary
There are usually 2 daily train trips available from Bakersfield to Oxnard. Travelling by train from Bakersfield to Oxnard usually takes 10 hours and 16 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak train can make the trip in 5 hours and 37 minutes.
- Distance
- 82 mi (132 km)
- Fastest train
- 5h 37m
- Lowest price
- £27.70
- Trains per day
- 2
- Most frequent service
- Amtrak
- Train lines
- 1
Millions of travellers trust Wanderu every year to get:
Lowest Prices
We find the cheapest coach & train tickets, so you can wander for less.
Best Travel Options
We partner with 500+ carriers to bring you the most coach & train options.
Quick & Easy Booking
Book trips quickly with a simple, hassle-free checkout – online & on our app.
Fast Customer Support
We don’t monkey around. We respond within minutes to help you out.
See what travellers are saying about Wanderu:
Download our free app!
Find, compare & book coaches and trains on the go with the Wanderu app.
4.8 Rating
5k Reviews
4.5 Rating
4.8k Reviews
Bakersfield to Oxnard Train Timetable
Is it better to travel by coach or train from Bakersfield to Oxnard?
There is usually 1 daily coach trip from Bakersfield to Oxnard.
Train | Coach | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price£68.72 | Avg. Price£39.68Cheaper |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips2 | Daily Trips1 |
Duration | Duration10h 16m | Duration2h 19mFaster |
Train Trip Reviews from Wanderu Customers
Average score for trains from Bakersfield to Oxnard (Based on 1 rating and review)
5.0
There are several train options that can take you from Bakersfield to Oxnard:
See more detailsWhat is the price of a train ticket from Bakersfield to Oxnard?
In the last month, train tickets from Bakersfield to Oxnard cost about £62 when booked at the cheapest time. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 28 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around £11.84 more if you wait to book until the last minute.
Average train ticket prices from Bakersfield to Oxnard by travel date
Over the next 30 days, a one-way train trip from Bakersfield to Oxnard will cost between £28 and £79. Book in advance to secure the best price in the next few weeks.
Average train ticket prices from Bakersfield to Oxnard by month
Taking the train from Bakersfield to Oxnard usually costs about the same throughout the year. In general, train ticket prices for this route are fairly consistent, so expect to pay around £44 whenever you decide to travel.
Prices as travel date approaches
The price of train trips from Bakersfield to Oxnard doesn't fluctuate much throughout the year, so you don’t need to book your tickets super far in advance. However, to avoid last-minute price surges or sold-out tickets, we recommend purchasing your train tickets at least 48 hours before departure.
Which train should you take from Bakersfield to Oxnard?
Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Bakersfield to Oxnard. The schedule is relatively limited as the train only runs twice a day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 2 | 10h 16m | £68.73 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railway service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned toilet, free WiFi and power sockets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey. On average, there are 2 Amtrak trains from Bakersfield to Oxnard every day, as well as 1 trip at the weekends, with prices starting from £27.70.
Frequently asked questions about travelling by train from Bakersfield to Oxnard
While the train is the main method of transport from Bakersfield to Oxnard, it will only take you part of the way there. Please note that part of your trip will be on a different vehicle, most commonly a coach or express shuttle.
Trains leave the station in Bakersfield twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. However, there are no direct trains. This means that you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train at some point during your journey. You will need to remember to bring your hand luggage with you when you change trains. Depending on the carrier's policy, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage. You can also take a train for your return trip from Oxnard to Bakersfield. If you're not set on travelling by train, you could always take the coach from Bakersfield to Oxnard for £40.
Trains per day
2
Direct trains
0
The distance between Bakersfield and Oxnard is approximately 82 miles. The average train journey between these two cities takes 10 hours and 16 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 5 hours and 37 minutes. Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a patchy signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and films to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Distance (mi)
82
Distance (km)
132
The earliest train departs Bakersfield at 6:58 while the last train of the day leaves at 15:20. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full timetable for your specific travel dates.
First train
6:58am
Last train
3:20pm
Trains from Bakersfield to Oxnard are the most crowded on Thursday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider travelling on Sunday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
Busiest
Thursday
Least crowded
Sunday
City Information
Bakersfield
Bakersfield, California, is just north of LA on the Kern River. The Buena Vista Museum of Natural History, one of the city’s biggest attractions, displays fossils, dinosaur models, Native American artefacts, and a changing array of temporary exhibitions. Meanwhile, the Bakersfield Museum of Art features multiple rotating galleries of modern and historical art.
As the sun sets in Bakersfield, locals and visitors alike flock to Buck Owens Crystal Palace for food, drinks, and the biggest live music venue in the area. The Belvedere Cocktail lounge offers a more intimate live music experience– plus some amazing drinks and arcade games. For a truly unique experience, check out the family-friendly Gaslight Melodrama Theatre, where audiences are encouraged to cheer, boo, and get in on the fun of the live performances.
On the quieter side, Bakersfield has a number of beautiful parks across the city. The Park at RiverWalk is a fan favourite, with 32 sprawling acres along the Kern River dotted with picnic areas, public grills, and fishing spots. The Buena Vista Aquatic Recreational Area provides more outdoor activities with swimming, boating, sailing, cycling, and more.
To get to Bakersfield, fly into the Meadows Field Airport just north of the town. Several coach lines also service the area, connecting the city to Phoenix, Sacramento, Los Angeles, and Ontario. For train service, Amtrak offers routes to San Diego, San Francisco, and even New York City.
Oxnard
Just west of Los Angeles, Oxnard is a coastal city popular for its art, beaches, and nature. Oxnard's location makes it a great base for exploring the warm waters of the Pacific and the beautiful nearby Channel Islands. You'll also find a wealth of interesting museums and historical attractions, such as the Carnegie Art Museum and Heritage Square. The Collection at Riverpark is the city's most popular shopping and dining outlet, and don't miss the many vineyards in the area to taste some classic Californian wine.
The Channel Islands are a destination for wildlife encounters, thanks to boat tours to see whales, dolphins, and seals. Or, spend the day hiking around one of the islands — they do comprise one of the most instagrammable National Parks, after all! Visitors also enjoy relaxing on both Mandalay and Oxnard State beaches which are good for surfing and sunbathing on the mainland.
The city of Oxnard is a major transport hub, and coach companies like Greyhound or FlixBus traverse the Ventura Freeway 101 or Pacific Coast Highway to destinations along the West Coast. Metrolink provides services into LA, while Amtrak's Pacific Surfliner and Coast Starlight both stop in Oxnard daily.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Bakersfield?
Main departure station: 601 Truxtun Ave - Transit Station
There is one train station in Bakersfield.
All train stations in Bakersfield:
- 601 Truxtun Ave - Transit Station
Where is the train station in Oxnard?
Main arrival station: Transportation Center
Oxnard has one train station.
Train stations in Oxnard:
- Transportation Center
Need a return trip from Oxnard to Bakersfield?
Search Train Tickets
Wanderu is the simplest way to book coach and train travel.
With just a quick search on Wanderu, you can compare coach and train timetables and prices from hundreds of travel companies in one convenient place to find the trip that works best for you. Wanderu’s simple checkout process makes it easy to book cheap coach and train tickets hassle-free. Most importantly, as Wanderu is an official partner of all leading coach and train companies, we always have the best coach and train deals out there.