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

The cheapest way to get from Oceanside to Carpinteria is to drive which costs $30 - $45 and takes 2h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Oceanside to Carpinteria is to drive which takes 2h 55m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct train between Oceanside and Carpinteria?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Oceanside and arriving at Carpinteria Station station. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 37m.

How far is it from Oceanside to Carpinteria?

The distance between Oceanside and Carpinteria is 179 miles. The road distance is 167.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Oceanside to Carpinteria without a car is to train which takes 4h 37m and costs $43 - $44.

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

The train from Oceanside to Carpinteria Station takes 4h 37m including transfers and departs five times a day.

Where do I catch the Oceanside to Carpinteria train from?

Oceanside to Carpinteria train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Oceanside station.

Where does the Oceanside to Carpinteria train arrive?

Oceanside to Carpinteria train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Carpinteria Station.

Can I drive from Oceanside to Carpinteria?

Yes, the driving distance between Oceanside to Carpinteria is 168 miles. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from Oceanside to Carpinteria.

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

Book your Oceanside to Carpinteria train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Carpinteria?

There are 296+ hotels available in Carpinteria.

Oceanside to Carpinteria - 3 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and bus

There are 3 ways to get from Oceanside to Carpinteria by train (Amtrak), car, train, plane, or bus

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

Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Oceanside to Carpinteria StationPacific Surfliner
4h 37m
$43–44
Drive 166.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Oceanside to Carpinteria166.7 mi
2h 55m
$31–44
Train, fly, bus
1. Take the train from Oceanside to San Diego Old Town Transportation Center
2. Fly from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)SAN - SBA
3. Take the bus from Anapamu & State to Carpinteria & Maple
5h 22m
$68–394

Oceanside to Carpinteria by train (Amtrak)

35Weekly Trains

4h 37mAverage Duration

$43Cheapest Price

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Distance: 178.4 mi
Duration: 4h 37m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Oceanside to Carpinteria Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost $43–44 and the journey takes 4h 37m.

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