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Journey Information
There are 6 intercity buses per day from Oceanside to Watsonville. Traveling by bus from Oceanside to Watsonville usually takes around 13 hours and 37 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 10 hours and 45 minutes.
| Distance | 357 mi (574 km) |
| Shortest duration | 10h 45m |
| Cheapest price | $87.00 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Oceanside to Watsonville?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Oceanside to Watsonville. Greyhound 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 6 | 13h 37m | $117.33 |
Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus 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 6 bus trips from Oceanside to Watsonville every day, with the average journey taking around 13 hours and 37 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Watsonville usually start from $87.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 13 hours and 37 minutes to cover the 357 miles from Oceanside to Watsonville. However, the fastest bus only takes 10 hours and 45 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. 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.
The first bus leaves at 8:00pm and the last bus leaves at 11:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Oceanside to Watsonville, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
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: Oceanside Transit Center
Most buses depart from the main station in Oceanside.
All bus stations in Oceanside:
Oceanside Transit Center
Where does the bus arrive in Watsonville?
Main arrival station: 475 Rodriquez St
Buses arrive in Watsonville at 3 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.
All bus stations in Watsonville:
475 Rodriquez St
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