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

The cheapest way to get from Poway to Oceanside is to drive which costs $6 - $9 and takes 36 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Poway to Oceanside is to drive which takes 36 min and costs $6 - $9.

How far is it from Poway to Oceanside?

The distance between Poway and Oceanside is 36 miles. The road distance is 33.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poway to Oceanside without a car is to line 235 bus and tram which takes 2h 1m and costs $6 - $17.

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

It takes approximately 2h 1m to get from Poway to Oceanside, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poway to Oceanside bus from?

Poway to Oceanside bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, depart from Midland Rd & Janette Ln station.

Where does the Poway to Oceanside bus arrive?

Poway to Oceanside bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, arrive at Rancho Bernardo Transit Station.

Can I drive from Poway to Oceanside?

Yes, the driving distance between Poway to Oceanside is 33 miles. It takes approximately 36 min to drive from Poway to Oceanside.

Where can I stay near Oceanside?

There are 776+ hotels available in Oceanside.

Poway to Oceanside - 4 ways to travel via line 235 bus, tram, and line 945 bus

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

No, there is no direct bus from Poway to Oceanside. However, there are services departing from Midland Rd & Janette Ln and arriving at Coast Hwy & Michigan Av via Rancho Bernardo Transit Station, Escondido Transit Center Stall 6 and Vista Transit Center Stall 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 11m.

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

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Line 235 bus, tram
best
1. Take the bus from Rancho Bernardo Transit Station to Escondido Transit Center235
2. Take the tram from Escondido Transit Center to Oceanside Transit CenterSprinter
2h 1m
$6–17
Line 945 bus, line 305 bus, line 302 bus
1. Take the bus from Midland Rd & Janette Ln to Rancho Bernardo Transit Station945
2. Take the bus from Escondido Transit Center Stall 6 to Vista Transit Center Stall 7305
3. Take the bus from Vista Transit Center Stall 4 to Coast Hwy & Michigan Av302 / ...
3h 11m
$8–20
Drive 32.9 mi
1. Drive from Poway to Oceanside32.9 mi
36 min
$6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Poway to Oceanside32.9 mi
36 min
$110–140

Poway to Oceanside by bus and tram

156Weekly Services

2h 1mAverage Duration

$6Cheapest Price

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Distance: 35.6 mi
Duration: 2h 1m

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

You can take a bus from Midland Rd & Janette Ln to Coast Hwy & Michigan Av via Rancho Bernardo Transit Station, Escondido Transit Center, Escondido Transit Center Stall 6, Vista Transit Center Stall 7, and Vista Transit Center Stall 4 in around 3h 11m.

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