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

The cheapest way to get from Oceanside to Poway is to drive which costs $6 - $9 and takes 37 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Oceanside to Poway is to drive which takes 37 min and costs $6 - $9.

How far is it from Oceanside to Poway?

The distance between Oceanside and Poway is 35 miles. The road distance is 33.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Oceanside to Poway without a car is to tram which takes 2h 11m and costs $6 - $17.

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

It takes approximately 2h 11m to get from Oceanside to Poway, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oceanside to Poway bus from?

Oceanside to Poway bus services, operated by North County Transit, depart from Coast Hwy & Topeka St station.

Where does the Oceanside to Poway bus arrive?

Oceanside to Poway bus services, operated by North County Transit, arrive at Vista Transit Center Stall 4 station.

Can I drive from Oceanside to Poway?

Yes, the driving distance between Oceanside to Poway is 33 miles. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Oceanside to Poway.

Where can I stay near Poway?

There are 393+ hotels available in Poway.

Oceanside to Poway - 4 ways to travel via tram, line 302 bus, and line 305 bus

Q: Is there a direct bus between Oceanside and Poway?

No, there is no direct bus from Oceanside to Poway. However, there are services departing from Coast Hwy & Topeka St and arriving at Midland Rd & Janette Ln via Vista Transit Center Stall 7, Escondido Transit Center and Rancho Bernardo Transit Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 39m.

There are 4 ways to get from Oceanside to Poway by tram, bus, car, or taxi

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Tram
best
1. Take the tram from Oceanside Transit Center to Escondido Transit CenterSprinter
2h 11m
$6–16
Line 302 bus, line 305 bus, line 945 bus
1. Take the bus from Coast Hwy & Topeka St to Vista Transit Center Stall 4302 / ...
2. Take the bus from Vista Transit Center Stall 7 to Escondido Transit Center Stall 6305
3. Take the bus from Rancho Bernardo Transit Station to Midland Rd & Janette Ln945
3h 39m
$8–20
Drive 33.1 mi
1. Drive from Oceanside to Poway33.1 mi
37 min
$6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Oceanside to Poway33.1 mi
37 min
$110–140

Oceanside to Poway by tram and bus

157Weekly Services

2h 11mAverage Duration

$6Cheapest Price

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Distance: 35.2 mi
Duration: 2h 11m

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

North County Transit operates a vehicle from Oceanside Transit Center to Escondido Transit Center hourly. Tickets cost $2–7 and the journey takes 53 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coast Hwy & Topeka St to Midland Rd & Janette Ln via Vista Transit Center Stall 4, Vista Transit Center Stall 7, Escondido Transit Center Stall 6, Escondido Transit Center, and Rancho Bernardo Transit Station in around 3h 39m.

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