Bus Tickets from San Diego, CA, US to Oceanside

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Next departures for San Diego to Oceanside on October 5
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Oceanside Bus StationCheapest
FlixBus
UCSD Health La Jolla Station
Oceanside Bus StationFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Greyhound Bus Stop
Oceanside Bus StationNo tags
FlixBus
Downtown SD (Seaport)
Oceanside Bus StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Greyhound Bus Stop
Oceanside Bus StationNo tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from San Diego to Oceanside.

Bus
Average Price$14 - $19Average Duration45m
1kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average Price$19 - $20Average Duration45m
5kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Shuttle
Average Price$61 - $71Average Duration55m
2kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from San Diego to Oceanside

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Oceanside. The journey takes about 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day
45mAverage Duration
$14Cheapest ticket
1kgCO₂ emissions

Bus San Diego, CA, US to Oceanside: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$15
Average bus trip duration45m
Number of daily buses4
Earliest bus departure6:45am
Distance24 miles (38 km)
Latest bus departure7:35pm

San Diego to Oceanside Bus

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Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
10/02
$10
10/03
$10
Today
$9
10/05
$8
10/06
$8
10/07
$9
10/08
$9
10/09
$9
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Oceanside was searched and found on Oct 6, 2025 with a price of $8

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

You can expect to pay from $8 to $35 for a bus ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Oceanside based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $8 which is on 2025-10-06.

Usually Amtrak 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from San Diego to Oceanside but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from San Diego to Oceanside, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from San Diego to Oceanside that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

What's the cheapest way to go from San Diego, CA, US to Oceanside?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to San Diego, CA, US by bus?

Bus from Oceanside to San Diego, CA, US

You can also go to Oceanside by train

Train from San Diego, CA, US to Oceanside

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