What is the cheapest way to get from Oxnard to Watsonville?

The cheapest way to get from Oxnard to Watsonville is to shuttle which costs $45 - $70 and takes 5h.

What is the fastest way to get from Oxnard to Watsonville?

The fastest way to get from Oxnard to Watsonville is to shuttle which takes 5h and costs $45 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Oxnard and Watsonville?

No, there is no direct bus from Oxnard to Watsonville. However, there are services departing from Oxnard and arriving at Rodriguez / Second via Santa Barbara and Salinas Transit Center / Gate 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 9m.

How far is it from Oxnard to Watsonville?

The distance between Oxnard and Watsonville is 313 miles. The road distance is 274.9 miles.

How do I travel from Oxnard to Watsonville without a car?

The best way to get from Oxnard to Watsonville without a car is to train which takes 8h 34m and costs $65 - $160.

How long does it take to get from Oxnard to Watsonville?

It takes approximately 8h 34m to get from Oxnard to Watsonville, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oxnard to Watsonville bus from?

Oxnard to Watsonville bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Oxnard station.

Train or bus from Oxnard to Watsonville?

The best way to get from Oxnard to Watsonville is to train which takes 8h 34m and costs $65 - $160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $75 - $150 and takes 9h 9m.

Where does the Oxnard to Watsonville bus arrive?

Oxnard to Watsonville bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Santa Barbara station.

Can I drive from Oxnard to Watsonville?

Yes, the driving distance between Oxnard to Watsonville is 275 miles. It takes approximately 5h 3m to drive from Oxnard to Watsonville.

Where can I stay near Watsonville?

There are 150+ hotels available in Watsonville.

Oxnard to Watsonville - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and BART

There are 6 ways to get from Oxnard to Watsonville by train (Amtrak), bus (Amtrak), car, train, plane, subway, or shuttle

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 Oxnard to Salinastrain Coast Starlight
8h 34m
$67–152
Shuttle
cheapest
1. Take a shuttle bus from 106 E 5th St, Oxnard to Watsonvilleshuttle Cbx
5h
$45–70
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Oxnard to Santa Barbarabus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Santa Barbara to Salinasbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
9h 9m
$78–143
Drive 273.3 mi
1. Drive from Oxnard to Watsonvillecar 273.3 mi
5h 3m
$50–72
Train, fly to Oakland International Airport, BART, shuttle
1. Take the train from Oxnard to Burbank Airport - Southtrain
2. Fly from Burbank Bob Hope Airport (BUR) to Oakland International Airport (OAK)plane BUR - OAK
3. Take the subway from Coliseum to Berryessa / North San Josesubway
4. Take a shuttle bus from 1642 Story Rd - San Jose to Watsonvilleshuttle
7h 11m
$98–458
Train, fly to Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport, shuttle
1. Take the train from Oxnard to Burbank Airport - Southtrain
2. Fly from Burbank Bob Hope Airport (BUR) to Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport (SJC)plane BUR - SJC
3. Take a shuttle bus from San Jose Airport Terminal A to Meridian Spur / Prunedale Park & Rideshuttle
6h 55m
$127–561

Oxnard to Watsonville by train, foot, and bus (Amtrak)

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8h 34mAverage Duration

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Distance: 311.3 mi
Duration: 8h 34m

What companies run services between Oxnard, CA, USA and Watsonville, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Oxnard to Salinas once daily. Tickets cost $65–150 and the journey takes 6h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Oxnard to Rodriguez / Second via Santa Barbara, Salinas, and Salinas Transit Center / Gate 1 in around 9h 9m.

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