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

The cheapest way to get from Lompoc to Oceanside is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 4h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lompoc to Oceanside is to drive which takes 4h 6m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Lompoc and Oceanside?

No, there is no direct bus from Lompoc to Oceanside. However, there are services departing from Lompoc Transit Hub and arriving at 301 Mission Ave STE 205, Oceanside, CA via Santa Maria Airport, CA and LAX Terminal 3 Lower Level pickup. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 17m.

How far is it from Lompoc to Oceanside?

The distance between Lompoc and Oceanside is 245 miles. The road distance is 232.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lompoc to Oceanside without a car is to bus and train which takes 7h 24m and costs $60 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 7h 24m to get from Lompoc to Oceanside, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lompoc to Oceanside bus from?

Lompoc to Oceanside bus services, operated by Santa Maria Area Transit, depart from Lompoc Transit Hub station.

Where does the Lompoc to Oceanside bus arrive?

Lompoc to Oceanside bus services, operated by Santa Maria Area Transit, arrive at Santa Maria Public Airport station.

Can I drive from Lompoc to Oceanside?

Yes, the driving distance between Lompoc to Oceanside is 232 miles. It takes approximately 4h 6m to drive from Lompoc to Oceanside.

Where can I stay near Oceanside?

There are 897+ hotels available in Oceanside.

Lompoc to Oceanside - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Lompoc to Oceanside by bus, train, car, or plane

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

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Lompoc to Hollister at Pacific Oaksbus Lompoc
2. Take the train from Goleta Station to Oceansidetrain Pacific Surfliner
7h 24m
$63–132
Drive 230.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lompoc to Oceansidecar 230.8 mi
4h 6m
$43–61
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lompoc Transit Hub to Santa Maria Public Airportbus 30
2. Take the bus from Santa Maria Airport, CA to Los Angeles Airport, CAbus
3. Take the bus from LAX Terminal 3 Lower Level pickup to 301 Mission Ave STE 205, Oceanside, CAbus
8h 17m
$132–187
Bus, fly to Los Angeles International Airport
1. Take the bus from Lompoc to Hollister at Kelloggbus
2. Fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane SBA - LAX
3. Take the bus from LAX Terminal 3 Lower Level pickup to 301 Mission Ave STE 205, Oceanside, CAbus
6h 7m
$76–285
Bus, train via Camarillo
1. Take the bus from Lompoc to Hollister at Kelloggbus
2. Take the bus from Hollister and Kellogg EB to Camarillo stationbus 85X / ...
3. Take the train from Camarillo Amtrak to Oceansidetrain
8h 38m
Bus, fly to San Diego International Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Lompoc to Hollister at Kelloggbus
2. Fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane SBA - SAN
3. Take the train from San Diego Old Town Transportation Center to Oceansidetrain
5h 31m
$72–461

Lompoc to Oceanside by bus

17Weekly Buses

8h 17mAverage Duration

$132Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Lompoc to Oceanside.

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Distance: 243.3 mi
Duration: 7h 24m

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

You can take a bus from Lompoc Transit Hub to 301 Mission Ave STE 205, Oceanside, CA via Santa Maria Public Airport, Santa Maria Airport, CA, Los Angeles Airport, CA, and LAX Terminal 3 Lower Level pickup in around 8h 17m.

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