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

The cheapest way to get from Oceanside to Santee is to drive which costs $7 - $11 and takes 44 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Oceanside to Santee is to drive which takes 44 min and costs $7 - $11.

Is there a direct train between Oceanside and Santee?

No, there is no direct train from Oceanside to Santee station. However, there are services departing from Oceanside and arriving at Santee Town Center Station via Old Town Station and El Cajon Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 55m.

How far is it from Oceanside to Santee?

The distance between Oceanside and Santee is 57 miles. The road distance is 41.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Oceanside to Santee without a car is to train and tram which takes 1h 55m and costs $20 - $50.

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

It takes approximately 1h 55m to get from Oceanside to Santee, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oceanside to Santee train from?

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

Where does the Oceanside to Santee train arrive?

Oceanside to Santee train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Diego Old Town Transportation Center station.

Can I drive from Oceanside to Santee?

Yes, the driving distance between Oceanside to Santee is 41 miles. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from Oceanside to Santee.

Where can I stay near Santee?

There are 1138+ hotels available in Santee.

Oceanside to Santee - 5 ways to travel via train, tram, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Oceanside to Santee by train, tram, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, or taxi

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

Train, tram
best
1. Take the train from Oceanside to San Diego Old Town Transportation CenterPacific Surfliner
2. Take the tram from Old Town Station to El Cajon StationGreen
1h 55m
$20–48
Train, tram via Oceanside Transit Center
cheapest
1. Take the train from Oceanside Transit Center to San Diego - Old TownCoaster
2. Take the tram from Old Town Station to El Cajon StationGreen
2h 4m
$6–36
Bus
1. Take the bus from 301 Mission Ave STE 205, Oceanside, CA to 2728 Congress Street, San Diego Old TownLax Linq
2. Take the bus from San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop to El Cajon Transit CenterGreyhound US0851
2h 25m
$30–65
Drive 41.1 mi
1. Drive from Oceanside to Santee41.1 mi
44 min
$8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Oceanside to Santee41.1 mi
44 min
$140–170

Oceanside to Santee by train and tram

80Weekly Services

1h 55mAverage Duration

$20Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Oceanside to Santee.

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Distance: 57 mi
Duration: 1h 55m

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

You can take a bus from 301 Mission Ave STE 205, Oceanside, CA to Gillespie Field Station via San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop, El Cajon Transit Center, and El Cajon Station in around 2h 25m.

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