Bus from Oakland to Oceanside: Tickets & Schedules

Next departures

Next departures for Oakland to Oceanside on January 1
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Jack London Square
Oceanside Transportation CenterCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay
Oceanside Bus StationFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
West Oakland BART
Oceanside Bus StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
West Oakland BART
Oceanside Bus StationNo tags
Amtrak
Jack London Square
Oceanside Transportation CenterNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Oakland to Oceanside

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Oceanside. The journey takes about 11 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $112, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
11h 40mAverage Duration
678 kmDistance
17kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$112 - $367Average Duration11h 40m
17kg CO₂e
Average Price$137 - $1,333Average Duration14h 55m
62kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Oakland to Oceanside by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Oakland to Oceanside?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Oakland to Oceanside start from $112. The average price for this route is around $241. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Oakland to Oceanside?

    The average bus travel time from Oakland to Oceanside is 11h 40m, covering a distance of 678 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 11h 5m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Oakland to Oceanside route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Greyhound, FlixBus.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Oakland to Oceanside?

    The earliest bus departs from Oakland to Oceanside at 7:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Oakland to Oceanside?

    A bus trip from Oakland to Oceanside generates an estimated 17 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Oakland to Oceanside?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5654 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Oakland to Oceanside?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Oakland to Oceanside?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Oakland to Oceanside?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
12-28
$92
12-29
$92
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