Rome2Rio

How to get fromVan Nuys to Vistaby train (Amtrak), car, train, or bus

Find Transport to Vista

See all options

There are 3 ways to get from Van Nuys to Vista by train (Amtrak), car, train, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

  1. Train (Amtrak)

    best
    1. Take the train from Van Nuys to Oceansidetrain train Pacific Surfliner
    3h 39m
    $60–96
  2. Train, line 303 bus

    cheapest
    1. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Oceansidetrain train OC Line
    2. Take the bus from Oceanside Transit Center Stall 10 to Vista Transit Center Stall 5bus bus 303 / ...
    5h 8m
    $18–26
  3. Drive  108.2 mi

    1. Drive from Van Nuys to Vistacar car 108.2 mi
    1h 57m
    $19–27

Van Nuys to Vista by train and tram (Amtrak)

Calendar42Weekly Services
Duration3h 39mAverage Duration
Ticket$60Cheapest Price
See schedules

Comparing Your Travel Options

What companies run services between Van Nuys, CA, USA and Vista, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Van Nuys to Oceanside every 4 hours. Tickets cost $55–90 and the journey takes 2h 54m.

Train operators
Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United States

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.

Related travel guides