Next departures for Santa Barbara to Oceanside on November 23
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Train Station
Oceanside Transportation Center
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UC Santa Barbara
Oceanside Transportation Center
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UC Santa Barbara
Oceanside Transportation Center
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UC Santa Barbara
Oceanside Transportation Center
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Next departures for Santa Barbara to Oceanside on November 24
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UC Santa Barbara
Oceanside Transportation Center
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Santa Barbara Station
Oceanside Bus Station
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Oceanside Transportation Center
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UC Santa Barbara
Oceanside Transportation Center
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Oceanside Transportation Center
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Next departures for Santa Barbara to Oceanside on November 25
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UC Santa Barbara
Oceanside Transportation Center
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Santa Barbara Station
Oceanside Bus Station
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Oceanside Transportation Center
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UC Santa Barbara
Oceanside Transportation Center
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Oceanside Transportation Center
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Next departures for Santa Barbara to Oceanside on November 26
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Train Station
Oceanside Transportation Center
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UC Santa Barbara
Oceanside Transportation Center
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Santa Barbara Station
Oceanside Bus Station
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Oceanside Transportation Center
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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 the good way to reach Oceanside. The journey takes about 5 hours 19 minutes and with fares starting at just $45, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Based on 5600 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $48
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.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Santa Barbara to Oceanside by bus
What is the distance between Santa Barbara and Oceanside?
The distance separating Santa Barbara and Oceanside is 158 miles (255 km).
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Santa Barbara to Oceanside?
Buses traveling from Santa Barbara to Oceanside leave from Train Station and arrive at Oceanside Bus Station.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
11/21
$49
11/22
$49
Today
$47
11/24
$49
11/25
$49
11/26
$45
11/27
$49
11/28
$49
The cheapest trip from Santa Barbara to Oceanside was searched and found on Nov 26, 2025 with a price of $45
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 $45 to $69 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 $45 which is on 2025-11-26.
The cheapest trip from Santa Barbara to Oceanside was searched and found on Nov 26, 2025 with a price of $45
