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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Oceanside and Whittier?

No, there is no direct bus from Oceanside to Whittier. However, there are services departing from Oceanside and arriving at Painter Avenue and Philadelphia Street via Union Station Patsaouras Bus Plaza and El Monte Station - Lower Bay 3/4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.

How far is it from Oceanside to Whittier?

The distance between Oceanside and Whittier is 76 miles. The road distance is 72.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Oceanside to Whittier without a car is to train which takes 2h 27m and costs $40 - $60.

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

It takes approximately 2h 27m to get from Oceanside to Whittier, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oceanside to Whittier bus from?

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

Train or bus from Oceanside to Whittier?

The best way to get from Oceanside to Whittier is to train which takes 2h 27m and costs $40 - $60. Alternatively, you can bus and line 7 bus, which costs and takes 3h 32m.

Where does the Oceanside to Whittier bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Oceanside to Whittier?

Yes, the driving distance between Oceanside to Whittier is 73 miles. It takes approximately 1h 19m to drive from Oceanside to Whittier.

Where can I stay near Whittier?

There are 1406+ hotels available in Whittier.

Oceanside to Whittier - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 7 bus, and car

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

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Oceanside to Fullerton Amtrak Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
2h 27m
$43–56
Drive 72.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Oceanside to Whittiercar 72.4 mi
1h 19m
$14–20
Bus, line 7 bus
1. Take the bus from Oceanside to Los Angeles Union Stationbus Tijuana
2. Take the bus from El Monte Station - Lower Bay 3/4 to Painter Avenue and Philadelphia Streetbus 7
3h 32m
Train, line 7 bus
1. Take the train from Oceanside to Norwalk / Santa Fe Springstrain OC Line
2. Take the bus from C Line Station to Painter Avenue and Philadelphia Streetbus 7
3h 35m
Train, line 1 bus
1. Take the train from Oceanside to Fullerton Amtrak Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Norwalk/Imperial to Norwalk Boulevard and Beverly Boulevard-bus 1
3h 43m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Oceanside to Whittier.

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Distance: 75.7 mi
Duration: 2h 27m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Oceanside to Fullerton Amtrak Station every 2 hours. Tickets cost $13–35 and the journey takes 1h 20m. Metrolink Trains also services this route 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Oceanside to Painter Avenue and Philadelphia Street via Los Angeles Union Station, Union Station Patsaouras Bus Plaza, and El Monte Station - Lower Bay 3/4 in around 3h 32m.

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