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San Diego to Oceanside Coach Timetable
Is it better to travel by bus or train from San Diego to Oceanside?
There are usually 9 daily train trips from San Diego to Oceanside.
Coach | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. PriceHUF 10,645.38 | Avg. PriceHUF 5,882.35 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips14 | Daily Trips9 |
Duration | Duration0h 57m | Duration0h 49m |
Coach from San Diego to Oceanside: Journey Information
There are 21 intercity coaches per day from San Diego to Oceanside. Traveling by coach from San Diego to Oceanside usually takes around 57 minutes, but the fastest Futura Net coach can make the trip in 32 minutes.
| Distance | 36 mi (57 km) |
| Shortest duration | 0h 32m |
| Cheapest price | HUF 2,016.81 |
| Trips per day | 21 |
| Most frequent service | Futura Net |
| Coach lines | 4 |
How much is a coach ticket from San Diego to Oceanside?
Bus tickets for a trip from San Diego to Oceanside cost HUF 4,541.18 on average. This is an excellent value for the trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Average coach ticket prices from San Diego to Oceanside by travel date
If you're planning to travel by bus from San Diego to Oceanside in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from HUF 4,370 to HUF 10,420. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on 18 November 2025.
If you’re looking to travel to Oceanside this week, bus tickets are available starting at HUF 5,042.
Monthly average prices
Prices as travel date approaches
Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. To find the cheapest bus tickets, book your trip at least 18 days in advance. This way, you can save up to HUF 6,383.19 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.
What coach companies travel from San Diego to Oceanside?
There are 4 bus lines from San Diego to Oceanside available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 21 daily trips, Futura Net usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Thruway | 1 | 1h 0m | HUF 2,016.81 |
| FlixBus US | 4 | 1h 16m | HUF 4,742.86 |
| Futura Net | 21 | 0h 52m | HUF 13,556.30 |
| Greyhound | 4 | 1h 6m | HUF 4,668.91 |
Amtrak Thruway, also known as Amtrak Thruway Motorcoach, is a system of intercity passenger buses operated by Amtrak to connect train stations to areas that are not served by the carrier’s railroads. On the bus, passengers can enjoy comfortable reclining seats with leg rests and access to onboard restroom facilities. Amtrak Thruway bus tickets from San Diego to Oceanside start at HUF 2,017. On average, there are 1 Amtrak Thruway bus trips on this route every day.
FlixBus US is the American branch of German bus company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern bus travel. The company offers cheap bus tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US buses include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 4 trips per day from San Diego to Oceanside, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
Book Futura Net from San Diego to Oceanside from HUF 10,420. There are 21 Futura Net schedules from San Diego to Oceanside and you can expect on average to pay for a Futura Net ticket to Oceanside. In San Diego, Futura Net departs to Oceanside from San Ysidro Bus Terminal and 2 other stations. In Oceanside, Futura Net arrives at McDonald's and no other station.
An average trip on Futura Net from San Diego to Oceanside takes 0 hours and 52 minutes , while the fastest available Futura Net trip will get you to Oceanside in 0 hours and 32 minutes .
On weekends, Futura Net offers 21 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Oceanside.
Greyhound is the largest nationwide coach carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 4 bus trips from San Diego to Oceanside every day, with the average journey taking around 1 hours and 6 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Oceanside usually start from HUF 3,523.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by coach from San Diego to Oceanside
The coach takes an average of 57 minutes to cover the 36 miles from San Diego to Oceanside. However, the fastest coach only takes 32 minutes. It's a short trip that goes by very quickly. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Saturday is usually the day when coaches are busiest, as many travelers take the coach to enjoy the weekend in Oceanside. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, 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 coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go.
The first coach leaves at 06:00 and the last coach leaves at 20:00. To see the times for all coaches from San Diego to Oceanside, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 21 scheduled coaches that travel from San Diego to Oceanside every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct coaches which you can take the entire route from San Diego to Oceanside without transferring.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from San Diego to Oceanside; ticket prices start at HUF 5,714.29.
City Information
San Diego
San Diego is known as "America's Finest City" for its sunny weather, white-sand beaches, and dazzling attractions from Belmont Park to SeaWorld. San Diego's 70 miles of pristine beaches include such gems as Mission Beach, Pacific Beach, La Jolla Cove, and Coronado Beach. The city's strong surfing culture may even inspire you to rent a surfboard and catch the epic waves, bro.
Visitors can spend days getting lost in Balboa Park, a 1,200-acre cultural hub which features 16 museums, immaculate gardens, and the world-famous San Diego Zoo. The historic heart of the city, Old Town, showcases San Diego's heritage and ties to Mexican culture, while other sights like the USS Midway pay tribute to the city's military and maritime history. Leave time for some evening exploring, too! San Diego is rated the #1 best city for craft beer in America, so don't miss out on the bars in the Gaslamp Quarter: 16 walkable blocks packed with nightlife and young crowds.
Two airports, as well as many bus and train options, mean it is easy to get to San Diego from afar or from nearby cities like Tijuana, Los Angeles, Phoenix, and Las Vegas.
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 neighbourhoods 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 coaches 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 centre of Oceanside.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in San Diego?
Main departure station: Cross Border Xpress CBX
Coaches to Oceanside leave from 9 stations in San Diego.
All coach stations in San Diego:
Cross Border Xpress CBX
San Diego University Ave
San Ysidro Bus Terminal
San Ysidro Transit Center
San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop
789 W Harbor Dr - Seaport Village
La Jolla - UC San Diego
2728 Congress St (Old Town SD)
Santa Fe Depot - 1050 Kettner Blvd
Where does the coach arrive in Oceanside?
Main arrival station: McDonald's
These are the two stations where coaches may stop when they arrive in Oceanside.
Coach stations in Oceanside:
McDonald's
Oceanside Transit Center
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