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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train Station | Oceanside Transportation Center | Cheapest | |||||
| UC Santa Barbara | Oceanside Transportation Center | Fastest | |||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Santa Barbara Station | Oceanside Bus Station | No tags | |||||
| UC Santa Barbara | Oceanside Transportation Center | No tags | |||||
| UC Santa Barbara | Oceanside Transportation Center | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Santa Barbara to Oceanside
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.
Where are the popular stops in Santa Barbara and Oceanside?
Stops in Oceanside
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Oceanside Bus Station
215 S TREMONT ST, 92054, California
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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 $46. 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 10m, 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?
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 5597 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.
The cheapest trip from Santa Barbara to Oceanside was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $65To 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 $99 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 2025-12-04.
