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Trip Overview

The average train between Vista and Downey takes 4h 18m and the fastest train takes 3h 50m. There is a train service every few hours from Vista to Downey. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 18m
Duration
113 mi
Distance
$36
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train (Amtrak)

best
  1. Take the train from Oceanside to Los Angelestrain train Pacific Surfliner
4h 18m
$28–60

Vista to Downey train times

Trains run hourly between Vista and Downey. The earliest departure is at 6:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Vista is at 11:00 PM which arrives into Downey at 8:02 AM. All services require a transfer at Oceanside Transit Center and take an average of 4h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    North County TransitAmtrakMetro Los AngelesMetro Los Angeles3h 52m • 3 changes

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    North County TransitAmtrakMetro Los AngelesMetro Los Angeles3h 57m • 3 changes

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    North County TransitAmtrakMetro Los AngelesMetro Los Angeles4h 2m • 3 changes

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    North County TransitAmtrakMetro Los AngelesMetro Los Angeles3h 59m • 3 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    North County TransitAmtrakMetro Los AngelesMetro Los Angeles3h 52m • 3 changes

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    North County TransitAmtrakMetro Los AngelesMetro Los Angeles3h 57m • 3 changes

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    North County TransitAmtrakMetro Los AngelesMetro Los Angeles4h 2m • 3 changes

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    North County TransitAmtrakMetro Los AngelesMetro Los Angeles3h 59m • 3 changes
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    North County TransitAmtrakMetro Los AngelesMetro Los Angeles3h 52m • 3 changes

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    North County TransitAmtrakMetro Los AngelesMetro Los Angeles3h 57m • 3 changes

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    North County TransitAmtrakMetro Los AngelesMetro Los Angeles4h 2m • 3 changes

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    North County TransitAmtrakMetro Los AngelesMetro Los Angeles3h 59m • 3 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    North County TransitAmtrakMetro Los AngelesMetro Los Angeles3h 52m • 3 changes

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    North County TransitAmtrakMetro Los AngelesMetro Los Angeles3h 57m • 3 changes

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    North County TransitAmtrakMetro Los AngelesMetro Los Angeles4h 2m • 3 changes

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    North County TransitAmtrakMetro Los AngelesMetro Los Angeles3h 59m • 3 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    North County TransitAmtrakMetro Los AngelesMetro Los Angeles3h 52m • 3 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Vista to Downey? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Vista to Downey.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 113.4 mi
  • Duration: 4h 18m

What companies run services between Vista, CA, USA and Downey, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Oceanside to Los Angeles hourly. Tickets cost $21–50 and the journey takes 2h.

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