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Journey Information
There are 84 intercity buses per day from Oceanside to San Clemente. Traveling by bus from Oceanside to San Clemente usually takes around 21 minutes, but the fastest Calimex bus can make the trip in 15 minutes.
| Distance | 21 mi (34 km) |
| Shortest duration | 0h 15m |
| Cheapest price | $39.85 |
| Trips per day | 84 |
| Most frequent service | Calimex |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Oceanside to San Clemente?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Oceanside to San Clemente. Calimex connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calimex | 84 | 0h 21m | $40.14 |
Book Calimex from Oceanside to San Clemente from $40. There are 84 trips per day offered by Calimex from Oceanside to San Clemente and you can expect on average to pay for a Calimex ticket to San Clemente. In Oceanside, Calimex departs to San Clemente from McDonald's and 2 other stations. In San Clemente, Calimex arrives at 590 Camino De Estrella and 6 other stations.
An average trip on Calimex from Oceanside to San Clemente takes 0 hours and 21 minutes , while the fastest available Calimex trip will get you to San Clemente in 0 hours and 15 minutes .
On weekends, Calimex offers 84 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to San Clemente.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 21 minutes to cover the 21 miles from Oceanside to San Clemente. However, the fastest bus only takes 15 minutes. It's a short trip that goes by very quickly. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Thursday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Tuesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 8:00am and the last bus leaves at 8:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Oceanside to San Clemente, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 84 scheduled buses that travel from Oceanside to San Clemente every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct buses which you can take the entire route from Oceanside to San Clemente without transferring.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Oceanside to San Clemente; ticket prices start at $12.00.
City Information
Oceanside
Oceanside is a beautiful coastal city in Southern California, best known for its lovely beaches and stunning ocean views. Visitors can enjoy plenty of outdoor activities such as swimming, sunbathing, surfing, fishing, and more.
There are also many great points of interest worth checking out, including the Oceanside Pier, which offers stunning views of the Pacific Ocean. Also, don't miss the Oceanside Museum of Art, which houses a collection of art from across the globe. Other attractions include Mission San Luis Rey and the California Surf Museum.
The city also boasts a variety of popular neighborhoods and nightlife destinations, like Downtown Oceanside or Coastal Highway, which are home to several bars and restaurants, and The Strand, which offers a vibrant nightlife scene.
Most ground travel to Oceanside operates through the Oceanside Transit Center. Here, Metrolink trains and local buses connect to Amtrak's Pacific Surfliner route and intercity bus lines like Greyhound. The nearest airport is the McClellan-Palomar Airport, about 3 miles away from the center of Oceanside.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Oceanside?
Main departure station: Pollo Loco
Buses to San Clemente leave from 3 stations in Oceanside.
All bus stations in Oceanside:
Pollo Loco
1420 Mission Avenue
McDonald's
Where does the bus arrive in San Clemente?
Main arrival station: 76 Gas Station
Buses arrive in San Clemente at 7 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.
All bus stations in San Clemente:
76 Gas Station
529 East Avenida Pico
504 Avenida De La Estrella
1626 North El Camino Real
Avenida Vista Hermosa
590 Camino De Estrella
2400 S El Camino Real
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