How much is the bus ticket from Palm Springs to Oceanside?

The cheapest bus tickets from Palm Springs to Oceanside start from $38. The average price for this route is around $52. 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 Palm Springs to Oceanside?

The average bus trip duration from Palm Springs to Oceanside is 9h 50m, covering a distance of 66 miles (105 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 17m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Palm Springs to Oceanside route?

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

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

The earliest bus departs from Palm Springs to Oceanside at 2:35am. And the latest bus departs at 3:05pm.

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

A bus trip from Palm Springs to Oceanside generates an estimated 3 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 Palm Springs 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 5597 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Palm Springs 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 Palm Springs 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 Palm Springs 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 Palm Springs to Oceanside from $25 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Palm Springs to Oceanside on November 28
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:50am	Indian Canyon Dr	4h 17m	12:07pm	Oceanside Transportation Center	CheapestFastest
7:50am	Indian Canyon Dr	5h 17m	1:07pm	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
7:50am	Indian Canyon Dr	5h 17m	1:07pm	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
2:10pm	Indian Canyon Dr	4h 54m	7:04pm	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
2:10pm	Indian Canyon Dr	4h 54m	7:04pm	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags

Next departures for Palm Springs to Oceanside on December 1
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:50am	Indian Canyon Dr	4h 17m	12:07pm	Oceanside Transportation Center	CheapestFastest
7:50am	Indian Canyon Dr	4h 17m	12:07pm	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
7:50am	Indian Canyon Dr	5h 17m	1:07pm	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
7:50am	Indian Canyon Dr	5h 17m	1:07pm	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
2:10pm	Indian Canyon Dr	4h 54m	7:04pm	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 7:02 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Palm Springs to Oceanside

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Oceanside. The journey takes about 7 hours 2 minutes and with fares starting at just $57, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

7h 2mAverage Duration

69 milesDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$38 - $71	Average Duration9h 50m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$57 - $93	Average Duration7h 2m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Palm Springs and Oceanside?

Stops in Palm Springs

A
Palm Springs Airport
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B
Garnet Ave
360 Garnet Ave, Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240, USA
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Stops in Oceanside

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

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,608 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,456 reviews

Staff4.2

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.

Greyhound

3.5/587,402 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.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Palm Springs 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 Palm Springs to Oceanside?
The cheapest bus tickets from Palm Springs to Oceanside start from $38. The average price for this route is around $52. 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 Palm Springs to Oceanside?
The average bus trip duration from Palm Springs to Oceanside is 9h 50m, covering a distance of 66 miles (105 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 17m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Palm Springs to Oceanside route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, FlixBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Palm Springs to Oceanside?
The earliest bus departs from Palm Springs to Oceanside at 2:35am. And the latest bus departs at 3:05pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Palm Springs to Oceanside?
A bus trip from Palm Springs to Oceanside generates an estimated 3 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 Palm Springs 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 5597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Palm Springs 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 Palm Springs 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 Palm Springs 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.

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$25

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The cheapest trip from Palm Springs to Oceanside was searched and found on Nov 25, 2025 with a price of $25

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

You can expect to pay from $25 to $36 for a bus ticket from Palm Springs to Oceanside based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $25 which is on 2025-11-28.