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Vista to Palmdale trains

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The average train between Vista and Palmdale takes 6h 10m and the fastest train takes 5h 40m. The train service runs several times per day from Vista to Palmdale. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

6h 10m
Duration
165 mi
Distance
$74
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Oceanside to Los Angelestrain train Pacific Surfliner
  2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Palmdale Stationtrain train AV Line
6h 27m
$58–96

Vista to Palmdale train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Vista and Palmdale. 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 Palmdale at 9:40 AM. All services require a transfer at Oceanside Transit Center and take an average of 6h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, October 29, 2026

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Departing Friday, October 30, 2026

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Departing Saturday, October 31, 2026

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    North County TransitAmtrakMetrolink Trains5h 40m • 2 changes

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Departing Sunday, November 1, 2026

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Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    North County TransitAmtrakMetrolink Trains5h 41m • 2 changes

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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Vista to Palmdale? 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 Palmdale.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 164.9 mi
  • Duration: 6h 10m

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

You can take a vehicle from Vista Transit Center to Palmdale Station via Oceanside Transit Center, Oceanside, Los Angeles, and L.A. Union Station in around 6h 27m.

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