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Bus San Francisco to Oceanside: Trip Overview

Bus San Francisco to Oceanside: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$74
Average bus trip duration13h 35m
Number of daily buses13
Earliest bus departure5:15 AM
Distance423 miles (682 km)
Latest bus departure11:30 PM

San Francisco to Oceanside Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures13
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures5:15AM - 11:30PM
Minimum Price$55
Average Ticket Price$74
Minimum Trip Duration11h
Average Bus Trip Duration13h35m
Distance423 miles (682 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteGreyhound, FlixBus
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip San Francisco - Oceanside

Taking the bus is the best way to travel to Oceanside without flying. The bus provides a cost-effective, safe, and easy way to travel between the two cities. Taking a ride with other travelers through carpool services is an additional option to consider.

Traveling from San Francisco to Oceanside takes around 13h 35m on average, although the fastest bus will take 11h, on average. This is the time it takes to travel the 425 miles (685 km) that separate the two cities.

San Francisco and Oceanside are 425 miles (685 km) apart.

About 13 buses travel this route daily, provided by Greyhound and FlixBus. Depending on the day of the week, the number of buses available from San Francisco to Oceanside may vary. Want to make your bus journey from San Francisco to Oceanside as smooth as possible? Busbud has got you covered! Browse schedules, pick the perfect bus for your travel style and budget - all in one place.

The bus service operates from 5:15 AM for the initial departure and runs until 11:30 PM for the final departure.

Most of the buses traveling from San Francisco to Oceanside leave from Hyde/Beach (Fisherman's Wharf) and arrive at Oceanside Bus Station. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

If you want the cheapest way to travel this route, pick the bus. The lowest price for the bus on this route is $55.

The bus ticket costs $74 on average. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $55 and $126, so it's best to compare them to make sure you get the best deal.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between San Francisco and Oceanside!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from San Francisco to Oceanside.

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 Francisco to Oceanside that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from San Francisco to Oceanside while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

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.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

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Bus from Oceanside to San Francisco

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