What is the cheapest way to get from Goleta to Oceanside?

The cheapest way to get from Goleta to Oceanside is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Goleta to Oceanside?

The fastest way to get from Goleta to Oceanside is to fly and train which takes 3h 4m and costs $65 - $360.

Is there a direct bus between Goleta and Oceanside?

No, there is no direct bus from Goleta to Oceanside. However, there are services departing from Santa Barbara Airport and arriving at 301 Mission Ave STE 205, Oceanside, CA via LAX Terminal 3 Lower Level pickup. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Goleta and Oceanside?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Goleta Station station and arriving at Oceanside. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 34m.

How far is it from Goleta to Oceanside?

The distance between Goleta and Oceanside is 237 miles. The road distance is 186.6 miles.

How do I travel from Goleta to Oceanside without a car?

The best way to get from Goleta to Oceanside without a car is to bus which takes 5h 7m and costs $110 - $170.

How long does it take to get from Goleta to Oceanside?

It takes approximately 3h 4m to get from Goleta to Oceanside, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Goleta to Oceanside bus from?

Goleta to Oceanside bus services, operated by Central Coast Shuttle, depart from Santa Barbara Airport station.

Where do I catch the Goleta to Oceanside train from?

Goleta to Oceanside train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Goleta Station.

Train or bus from Goleta to Oceanside?

The best way to get from Goleta to Oceanside is to bus which takes 5h 7m and costs $110 - $170. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $48 - $50 and takes 5h 34m.

Where does the Goleta to Oceanside bus arrive?

Goleta to Oceanside bus services, operated by Central Coast Shuttle, arrive at Los Angeles Airport, CA station.

Where does the Goleta to Oceanside train arrive?

Goleta to Oceanside train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Oceanside station.

Can I drive from Goleta to Oceanside?

Yes, the driving distance between Goleta to Oceanside is 187 miles. It takes approximately 3h 15m to drive from Goleta to Oceanside.

How do I get a train ticket from Goleta to Oceanside?

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Where can I stay near Oceanside?

There are 873+ hotels available in Oceanside.

Goleta to Oceanside - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Goleta to Oceanside by plane, train, bus, train (Amtrak), or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly to San Diego International Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)SBA - SAN
2. Take the train from San Diego Old Town Transportation Center to Oceanside
3h 4m
$67–352
Drive 185.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Goleta to Oceanside185.6 mi
3h 15m
$34–49
Bus
1. Take the bus from Santa Barbara Airport to Los Angeles Airport, CA
2. Take the bus from LAX Terminal 3 Lower Level pickup to 301 Mission Ave STE 205, Oceanside, CALax Linq
5h 7m
$116–168
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Goleta Station to OceansidePacific Surfliner
5h 34m
$48–50
Fly to Los Angeles International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)SBA - LAX
2. Take the bus from LAX Terminal 3 Lower Level pickup to 301 Mission Ave STE 205, Oceanside, CA
3h 34m
$72–280

Goleta to Oceanside by bus

17Weekly Buses

5h 7mAverage Duration

$116Cheapest Price

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Distance: 235.6 mi
Duration: 3h 4m

What companies run services between Goleta, CA, USA and Oceanside, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Santa Barbara Airport to 301 Mission Ave STE 205, Oceanside, CA via Los Angeles Airport, CA and LAX Terminal 3 Lower Level pickup in around 5h 7m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Goleta Station to Oceanside 5 times a day. Tickets cost $48–50 and the journey takes 5h 34m.

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