How much is the bus ticket from Bakersfield to Oceanside?

The cheapest bus tickets from Bakersfield to Oceanside start from $59. The average price for this route is around $107. 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 Bakersfield to Oceanside?

The average bus trip duration from Bakersfield to Oceanside is 6h, covering a distance of 177 miles (285 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 29m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Bakersfield to Oceanside route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , Greyhound , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bakersfield to Oceanside?

The earliest bus departs from Bakersfield to Oceanside at 5:00am. And the latest bus departs at 5:15pm.

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

A bus trip from Bakersfield to Oceanside generates an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Bakersfield 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.

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

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

Which bus company has the most timely service from Bakersfield to Oceanside?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Bakersfield 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 Bakersfield to Oceanside from $47 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Bakersfield to Oceanside on December 25
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	12:50pm	Amtrak Station	5h 14m	6:04pm	Oceanside Transportation Center	CheapestFastest
	5:15pm	16th St (Bakersfield)	5h 50m	11:05pm	Oceanside Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	1:10pm	McKee Park & Ride	9h 55m	11:05pm	Oceanside Bus Station	No tags
	12:50pm	Amtrak Station	5h 14m	6:04pm	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
	2:45pm	Amtrak Station	5h 19m	8:04pm	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags

Next departures for Bakersfield to Oceanside on December 28
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	9:35am	Amtrak Station	4h 29m	2:04pm	Oceanside Transportation Center	CheapestFastest
	5:00am	16th St (Bakersfield)	6h	11:00am	Oceanside Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	1:10pm	McKee Park & Ride	9h 55m	11:05pm	Oceanside Bus Station	No tags
	9:35am	Amtrak Station	4h 29m	2:04pm	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
	5:15pm	16th St (Bakersfield)	5h 50m	11:05pm	Oceanside Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:14 AM PST.

Get from Bakersfield to Oceanside

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 6 hours and with fares starting at just $59, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

6hAverage Duration

177 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Bakersfield and Oceanside?

Stops in Bakersfield

A
Tufesa Bus Station
1401 Chamberlain Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93305, USA
Visit page
B
Amtrak Station
601 Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93301, USA
C
Latino Travel
2225 Niles Pt. St , 93306 Bakersfield, CA USA

Stops in Oceanside

A
Oceanside Bus Station
215 S TREMONT ST, 92054, California

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,675 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587,451 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

FlixBus

3.5/511,732 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Bakersfield 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 Bakersfield to Oceanside?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bakersfield to Oceanside start from $59. The average price for this route is around $107. 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 Bakersfield to Oceanside?
The average bus trip duration from Bakersfield to Oceanside is 6h, covering a distance of 177 miles (285 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 29m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Bakersfield to Oceanside route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bakersfield to Oceanside?
The earliest bus departs from Bakersfield to Oceanside at 5:00am. And the latest bus departs at 5:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bakersfield to Oceanside?
A bus trip from Bakersfield to Oceanside generates an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Bakersfield 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.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bakersfield to Oceanside?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Bakersfield to Oceanside?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Bakersfield 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

12/23

$53

12/24

No data

Today

$47

12/26

No data

12/27

No data

12/28

$53

12/29

No data

12/30

No data

The cheapest trip from Bakersfield to Oceanside was searched and found on Dec 25, 2025 with a price of $47

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

You can expect to pay from $47 to $130 for a bus ticket from Bakersfield to Oceanside based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $53 which is on 2025-12-28.

Usually Greyhound will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.