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Journey Information
There are 4 intercity buses per day from Long Beach to Oceanside. Traveling by bus from Long Beach to Oceanside usually takes around 2 hours and 1 minute, but the fastest FlixBus US bus can make the trip in just one hour and 25 minutes.
| Distance | 61 mi (99 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 25m |
| Cheapest price | $12.99 |
| Trips per day | 4 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 2 |
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What bus companies travel from Long Beach to Oceanside?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Long Beach to Oceanside that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Greyhound usually offers more choice, with 3 scheduled trips per day.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 2 | 1h 43m | $15.10 |
| Greyhound | 3 | 2h 4m | $17.53 |
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 Long Beach to Oceanside, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
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 3 bus trips from Long Beach to Oceanside every day, with the average journey taking around 2 hours and 4 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Oceanside usually start from $17.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 2 hours to cover the 61 miles from Long Beach to Oceanside. However, the fastest bus only takes an hour and 25 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. 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, 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 7:00am and the last bus leaves at 9:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Long Beach to Oceanside, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 4 scheduled buses that travel from Long Beach 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 Long Beach to Oceanside without transferring.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Long Beach to Oceanside; ticket prices start at $43.20.
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 Long Beach?
Main departure station: Long Bch Bus Station
Long Beach has two bus stations with service to Oceanside.
All bus stations in Long Beach:
Long Bch Bus Station
Shelter 'A' - 107 E First Street
Where does the bus arrive in Oceanside?
Main arrival station: Oceanside Transit Center
All buses from Long Beach arrive at one main station in Oceanside.
All bus stations in Oceanside:
Oceanside Transit Center
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