How much is the bus ticket from Santa Barbara to Oceanside?

The cheapest bus tickets from Santa Barbara to Oceanside start from $58. The average price for this route is around $69. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Santa Barbara to Oceanside?

The average bus travel time from Santa Barbara to Oceanside is 7h 20m, covering a distance of 254 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 7m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Santa Barbara to Oceanside route?

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

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Santa Barbara to Oceanside?

The earliest bus departs from Santa Barbara to Oceanside at 2:45pm. And the latest bus departs at 9:55pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Santa Barbara to Oceanside?

A bus trip from Santa Barbara to Oceanside generates an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Santa Barbara 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 5696 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Santa Barbara to Oceanside?

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

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Santa Barbara 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.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Santa Barbara 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.

Bus Santa Barbara to Oceanside from $65 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Santa Barbara to Oceanside on January 11
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		9:30pm	Train Station	7h 20m	4:50am	Oceanside Transportation Center	CheapestFastest
		9:15pm	UC Santa Barbara	7h 35m	4:50am	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags

Next departures for Santa Barbara to Oceanside on January 12
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	9:55pm	Train Station	6h 55m	4:50am	Oceanside Transportation Center	Cheapest
	6:00am	UC Santa Barbara	6h 7m	12:07pm	Oceanside Transportation Center	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	2:45pm	Santa Barbara Station	8h 20m	11:05pm	Oceanside Bus Station	No tags
	6:00am	UC Santa Barbara	6h 7m	12:07pm	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
	12:40pm	UC Santa Barbara	6h 24m	7:04pm	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags

Next departures for Santa Barbara to Oceanside on January 13
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	9:55pm	Train Station	6h 55m	4:50am	Oceanside Transportation Center	Cheapest
	6:00am	UC Santa Barbara	6h 7m	12:07pm	Oceanside Transportation Center	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	2:45pm	Santa Barbara Station	8h 20m	11:05pm	Oceanside Bus Station	No tags
	6:00am	UC Santa Barbara	6h 7m	12:07pm	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
	12:40pm	UC Santa Barbara	6h 24m	7:04pm	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags

Next departures for Santa Barbara to Oceanside on January 14
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	9:55pm	Train Station	6h 55m	4:50am	Oceanside Transportation Center	Cheapest
	6:00am	UC Santa Barbara	6h 7m	12:07pm	Oceanside Transportation Center	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	2:45pm	Santa Barbara Station	8h 20m	11:05pm	Oceanside Bus Station	No tags
	6:00am	UC Santa Barbara	6h 7m	12:07pm	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
	12:40pm	UC Santa Barbara	6h 24m	7:04pm	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags

Next departures for Santa Barbara to Oceanside on January 15
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	9:55pm	Train Station	6h 55m	4:50am	Oceanside Transportation Center	Cheapest
	6:00am	UC Santa Barbara	6h 7m	12:07pm	Oceanside Transportation Center	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	2:45pm	Santa Barbara Station	8h 20m	11:05pm	Oceanside Bus Station	No tags
	6:00am	UC Santa Barbara	6h 7m	12:07pm	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
	12:40pm	UC Santa Barbara	6h 24m	7:04pm	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags

Next departures for Santa Barbara to Oceanside on January 16
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:55pm	Train Station	6h 55m	4:50am	Oceanside Transportation Center	Cheapest
6:00am	UC Santa Barbara	6h 7m	12:07pm	Oceanside Transportation Center	Fastest
6:00am	UC Santa Barbara	6h 7m	12:07pm	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
12:40pm	UC Santa Barbara	6h 24m	7:04pm	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
12:40pm	UC Santa Barbara	6h 24m	7:04pm	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags

Next departures for Santa Barbara to Oceanside on January 17
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:00am	UC Santa Barbara	6h 7m	12:07pm	Oceanside Transportation Center	CheapestFastest
9:30pm	Train Station	7h 20m	4:50am	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
6:00am	UC Santa Barbara	6h 7m	12:07pm	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
12:40pm	UC Santa Barbara	6h 24m	7:04pm	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
12:40pm	UC Santa Barbara	6h 24m	7:04pm	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Santa Barbara to Oceanside

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Oceanside. The journey takes about 5 hours 19 minutes, and with fares starting at just $64, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6train per day

5h 19mAverage Duration

254 kmDistance

23kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$58 - $139	Average Duration7h 20m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$64 - $166	Average Duration5h 19m	CO₂ emissions 23kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Santa Barbara and Oceanside?

Stops in Santa Barbara

A
Train Station
224 Chapala St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
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Stops in Oceanside

A
Oceanside Bus Station
215 S TREMONT ST, 92054, California
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Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,726 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/512,004 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

US bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Santa Barbara 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.

How much is the bus ticket from Santa Barbara to Oceanside?
The cheapest bus tickets from Santa Barbara to Oceanside start from $58. The average price for this route is around $69. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Santa Barbara to Oceanside?
The average bus travel time from Santa Barbara to Oceanside is 7h 20m, covering a distance of 254 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 7m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Santa Barbara to Oceanside route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Santa Barbara to Oceanside?
The earliest bus departs from Santa Barbara to Oceanside at 2:45pm. And the latest bus departs at 9:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Santa Barbara to Oceanside?
A bus trip from Santa Barbara to Oceanside generates an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Santa Barbara 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 5696 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Santa Barbara to Oceanside?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Santa Barbara 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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Santa Barbara 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

01-09

$65

01-10

$65

Today

$65

01-12

$65

01-13

$65

01-14

$65

01-15

$65

01-16

$65

The cheapest trip from Santa Barbara to Oceanside was searched and found on Jan 9, 2026 with a price of $65

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Santa Barbara to Oceanside, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $65 to $119 for a bus ticket from Santa Barbara to Oceanside based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $65 which is on 2026-01-12.