What is the cheapest way to get from Oceanside to Thousand Oaks?

The cheapest way to get from Oceanside to Thousand Oaks is to train and line 161 bus which costs $17 - $23 and takes 5h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Oceanside to Thousand Oaks?

The fastest way to get from Oceanside to Thousand Oaks is to drive which takes 2h 9m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Oceanside and Thousand Oaks?

No, there is no direct bus from Oceanside to Thousand Oaks. However, there are services departing from Oceanside and arriving at Thousand Oaks Blvd & Hampshire Rd via Union Station Patsaouras Bus Plaza W and Figueroa St & 12th St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 11m.

How far is it from Oceanside to Thousand Oaks?

The distance between Oceanside and Thousand Oaks is 144 miles. The road distance is 122.9 miles.

How do I travel from Oceanside to Thousand Oaks without a car?

The best way to get from Oceanside to Thousand Oaks without a car is to train which takes 4h 50m and costs $35 - $45.

How long does it take to get from Oceanside to Thousand Oaks?

It takes approximately 4h 50m to get from Oceanside to Thousand Oaks, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oceanside to Thousand Oaks bus from?

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

Train or bus from Oceanside to Thousand Oaks?

The best way to get from Oceanside to Thousand Oaks is to train which takes 4h 50m and costs $35 - $45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $21 - $55 and takes 5h 11m.

Where does the Oceanside to Thousand Oaks bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Oceanside to Thousand Oaks?

Yes, the driving distance between Oceanside to Thousand Oaks is 123 miles. It takes approximately 2h 9m to drive from Oceanside to Thousand Oaks.

Where can I stay near Thousand Oaks?

There are 229+ hotels available in Thousand Oaks.

Oceanside to Thousand Oaks - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Oceanside to Thousand Oaks by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), car, train, or bus

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Oceanside to Moorpark AmtrakPacific Surfliner
4h 50m
$36–44
Train, line 161 bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Oceanside to L.A. Union StationOC Line
2. Take the bus from Canoga Station to Thousand Oaks / Skyline161
5h 27m
$18–23
Bus
1. Take the bus from Oceanside to Los Angeles Union StationTijuana
2. Take the bus from Figueroa St & 12th St to Thousand Oaks Blvd & Hampshire Rd422
5h 11m
$21–54
Drive 122.2 mi
1. Drive from Oceanside to Thousand Oaks122.2 mi
2h 9m
$23–33
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Oceanside to Los AngelesPacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Figueroa St & 12th St to Thousand Oaks Blvd & Hampshire Rd422
4h 59m
$34–36

Oceanside to Thousand Oaks by train and bus (Amtrak)

35Weekly Services

4h 50mAverage Duration

$36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 143 mi
Duration: 4h 50m

What companies run services between Oceanside, CA, USA and Thousand Oaks, Ventura County, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Oceanside to Moorpark Amtrak 5 times a day. Tickets cost $34–40 and the journey takes 3h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Oceanside to Thousand Oaks Blvd & Hampshire Rd via Los Angeles Union Station, Union Station Patsaouras Bus Plaza W, Flower St and 12th St, and Figueroa St & 12th St in around 5h 11m.

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