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San Diego to Oceanside Bus Schedule
Is it better to travel by bus or train from San Diego to Oceanside?
There are usually 12 daily train trips available from San Diego to Oceanside.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. PriceCZK 690.64 | Avg. PriceCZK 369.04 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips17 | Daily Trips12 |
Duration | Duration0h 56m | Duration0h 49m |
Bus from San Diego to Oceanside: Journey Information
There are 22 intercity buses per day from San Diego to Oceanside. Traveling by bus from San Diego to Oceanside usually takes around 58 minutes, but the fastest Futura Net bus can make the trip in 32 minutes.
| Distance | 36 mi (57 km) |
| Shortest duration | 0h 32m |
| Cheapest price | CZK 294.81 |
| Trips per day | 22 |
| Most frequent service | Futura Net |
| Bus lines | 3 |
Buses from San Diego to Oceanside
- FlixBus US: 2 daily buses from CZK 295
- Futura Net: 21 daily buses from CZK 654
- Greyhound: 6 daily buses from CZK 295
How much is a bus ticket from San Diego to Oceanside?
Bus tickets for a trip from San Diego to Oceanside cost CZK 357.02 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 bus 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 CZK 358 to CZK 654. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on July 22, 2025.
If you’re looking to travel to Oceanside this week, bus tickets are available starting at CZK 380.
Monthly avg. 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 22 days in advance. This way, you can save up to CZK 316.32 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.
What bus companies travel from San Diego to Oceanside?
There are 3 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:
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 2 | 1h 5m | CZK 298.61 |
| Futura Net | 21 | 0h 52m | CZK 850.27 |
| Greyhound | 6 | 1h 6m | CZK 365.67 |
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 2 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 CZK 654. There are 21 trips per day offered by Futura Net 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 .
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. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Oceanside.
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 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 CZK 295.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from San Diego to Oceanside
The bus takes an average of 58 minutes to cover the 36 miles from San Diego to Oceanside. However, the fastest bus only takes 32 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.
Saturday is usually the day when buses are busiest, as many travelers take the bus 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, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the bus, traveling mid-week is your best bet.
The first bus leaves at 6:00am and the last bus leaves at 8:00pm. To see the times for all buses from San Diego to Oceanside, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 22 scheduled buses 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 buses 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 CZK 358.50.
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 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 San Diego?
Main departure station: Cross Border Xpress CBX
Buses to Oceanside leave from 7 stations in San Diego.
All bus stations in San Diego:
Cross Border Xpress CBX
San Ysidro Bus Terminal
San Diego University Ave
San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop
San Ysidro Transit Center
La Jolla - UC San Diego
789 W Harbor Dr - Seaport Village
Where does the bus arrive in Oceanside?
Main arrival station: McDonald's
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Oceanside.
All bus stations in Oceanside:
McDonald's
Oceanside Transit Center
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