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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Oceanside and Goleta?

No, there is no direct bus from Oceanside to Goleta. However, there are services departing from 301 Mission Ave STE 205, Oceanside, CA and arriving at Hollister & Pine via Los Angeles Airport, CA and Santa Barbara Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Oceanside and Goleta?

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

How far is it from Oceanside to Goleta?

The distance between Oceanside and Goleta is 199 miles. The road distance is 187 miles.

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

The best way to get from Oceanside to Goleta without a car is to train which takes 5h 5m and costs $45 - $60.

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

The train from Oceanside to Goleta Station takes 5h 5m including transfers and departs five times a day.

Where do I catch the Oceanside to Goleta bus from?

Oceanside to Goleta bus services, operated by LAX LINQ, depart from 301 Mission Ave STE 205, Oceanside, CA station.

Where do I catch the Oceanside to Goleta train from?

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

Train or bus from Oceanside to Goleta?

The best way to get from Oceanside to Goleta is to train which takes 5h 5m and costs $45 - $60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $110 - $180 and takes 5h 41m.

Where does the Oceanside to Goleta bus arrive?

Oceanside to Goleta bus services, operated by LAX LINQ, arrive at LAX Terminal B Upper Level dropoff station.

Where does the Oceanside to Goleta train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Oceanside to Goleta?

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

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

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Where can I stay near Goleta?

There are 260+ hotels available in Goleta.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Oceanside to Goleta by train (Amtrak), train, bus, 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.

Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Oceanside to Goleta StationPacific Surfliner
5h 5m
$45–60
Drive 185.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Oceanside to Goleta185.9 mi
3h 15m
$34–49
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Oceanside to L.A. Union StationOC Line
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Isla VistaFlixBus 2005
5h 28m
$40–67
Train to San Diego International Airport, fly
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
3h 20m
$61–338
Bus
1. Take the bus from 301 Mission Ave STE 205, Oceanside, CA to LAX Terminal B Upper Level dropoffLax Linq
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Airport, CA to Santa Barbara Airport
5h 41m
$119–172
Bus to Los Angeles International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from 301 Mission Ave STE 205, Oceanside, CA to LAX Terminal 3 Upper Level dropoff
2. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)LAX - SBA
3h 34m
$74–285

Oceanside to Goleta by train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 198 mi
Duration: 5h 5m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Oceanside to Goleta Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost $45–60 and the journey takes 5h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from 301 Mission Ave STE 205, Oceanside, CA to Hollister & Pine via Los Angeles Airport, CA and Santa Barbara Airport in around 5h 41m.

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