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

The cheapest way to get from Oceanside to Carson is to drive which costs $13 - $20 and takes 1h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Oceanside to Carson is to drive which takes 1h 19m and costs $13 - $20.

Is there a direct bus between Oceanside and Carson?

No, there is no direct bus from Oceanside to Carson. However, there are services departing from Oceanside and arriving at Harbor Fwy / Carson via Union Station Patsaouras Bus Plaza. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 7m.

How far is it from Oceanside to Carson?

The distance between Oceanside and Carson is 105 miles. The road distance is 76 miles.

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

The best way to get from Oceanside to Carson without a car is to train and bus via Los Angeles which takes 3h 1m and costs $29 - $34.

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

It takes approximately 3h 1m to get from Oceanside to Carson, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oceanside to Carson bus from?

Oceanside to Carson bus services, operated by Greyhound Mexico, depart from Oceanside station.

Where does the Oceanside to Carson bus arrive?

Oceanside to Carson bus services, operated by Greyhound Mexico, arrive at Los Angeles Union Station.

Can I drive from Oceanside to Carson?

Yes, the driving distance between Oceanside to Carson is 76 miles. It takes approximately 1h 19m to drive from Oceanside to Carson.

Where can I stay near Carson?

There are 1607+ hotels available in Carson.

Oceanside to Carson - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Oceanside to Carson by train, bus, bus (Greyhound), 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.

Train, bus via Los Angeles
best
1. Take the train from Oceanside to Los AngelesPacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Flower / 7th to Harbor Fwy / CarsonMetro J Line
3h 1m
$29–34
Drive 75.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Oceanside to Carson75.5 mi
1h 19m
$14–20
Bus
1. Take the bus from Oceanside to Los Angeles Union StationTijuana
2. Take the bus from Union Station Patsaouras Bus Plaza to Harbor Fwy / CarsonMetro J Line
3h 7m
$17–46
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Oceanside to L.A. Union StationOC Line
2. Take the bus from Flower / 7th to Harbor Fwy / CarsonMetro J Line
3h 3m
$17–22

Oceanside to Carson by train, subway, and bus

77Weekly Services

3h 1mAverage Duration

$29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 104.6 mi
Duration: 3h 1m

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

You can take a bus from Oceanside to Harbor Fwy / Carson via Los Angeles Union Station and Union Station Patsaouras Bus Plaza in around 3h 7m.

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