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

The cheapest way to get from Tucson to Oceanside is to drive which costs $75 - $120 and takes 6h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tucson to Oceanside is to shuttle and fly which takes 4h 27m and costs $220 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Tucson and Oceanside?

No, there is no direct bus from Tucson to Oceanside. However, there are services departing from Tucson and arriving at Oceanside Transportation Center via Los Angeles Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h.

Is there a direct train between Tucson and Oceanside?

No, there is no direct train from Tucson station to Oceanside. However, there are services departing from Tucson Amtrak Station and arriving at Oceanside via Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 14m.

How far is it from Tucson to Oceanside?

The distance between Tucson and Oceanside is 398 miles. The road distance is 439.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Tucson to Oceanside without a car is to train which takes 12h 14m and costs $75 - $150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 27m to get from Tucson to Oceanside, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tucson to Oceanside bus from?

Tucson to Oceanside bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Tucson station.

Where do I catch the Tucson to Oceanside train from?

Tucson to Oceanside train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Tucson Amtrak Station.

Train, bus or fly from Tucson to Oceanside?

The best way to get from Tucson to Oceanside is to fly which takes 5h 27m and costs $120 - $600. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $75 - $150 and takes 12h 14m, you could also bus, which costs $70 - $160 and takes 13h.

Where does the Tucson to Oceanside bus arrive?

Tucson to Oceanside bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Los Angeles Union Station.

What is the time difference between Tucson and Oceanside?

Oceanside is 1h behind Tucson. It is currently 12:38 AM in Tucson and 11:38 PM in Oceanside.

Where does the Tucson to Oceanside train arrive?

Tucson to Oceanside train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Tucson to Oceanside?

Yes, the driving distance between Tucson to Oceanside is 439 miles. It takes approximately 6h 57m to drive from Tucson to Oceanside.

How do I get a train ticket from Tucson to Oceanside?

Book your Tucson to Oceanside train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Tucson to Oceanside?

Book your Tucson to Oceanside bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Oceanside?

There are 819+ hotels available in Oceanside.

Tucson to Oceanside - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and shuttle

There are 9 ways to get from Tucson to Oceanside by plane, train (Amtrak), bus, train, car, shuttle, or bus (Flixbus, Greyhound)

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

Fly Tucson to Mcclellan–Palomar Airport
best
1. Fly from Tucson (TUS) to Mcclellan–Palomar Airport (CLD)TUS - CLD
5h 27m
$120–595
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Tucson to Los Angeles Union StationFlixBus 2054
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Oceanside Transportation CenterGreyhound US0831
13h
$70–156
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Tucson Amtrak Station to Los AngelesTexas Eagle / ...
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to OceansidePacific Surfliner
12h 14m
$78–145
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from 4207 S 6th Ave - Tucson to Fontana Metrolink Transit CenterEl Paso
2. Take the train from San Bernardino - Downtown to OceansideIE-OC Line
12h 43m
$97–133
Drive 436.8 mi
1. Drive from Tucson to Oceanside436.8 mi
6h 57m
$80–116
Fly Tucson to San Diego International Airport, train
1. Fly from Tucson (TUS) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)TUS - SAN
2. Take the train from San Diego Old Town Transportation Center to Oceanside
5h 13m
$110–619
Shuttle to Phoenix, fly to Mcclellan–Palomar Airport
1. Take a shuttle bus from Tucson Amtrak Station to Sky Harbor International Airport
2. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Mcclellan–Palomar Airport (CLD)PHX - CLD
4h 27m
$220–520
Fly Tucson to Los Angeles International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Tucson (TUS) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)TUS - LAX
2. Take the bus from LAX Terminal 3 Lower Level pickup to 301 Mission Ave STE 205, Oceanside, CA
5h 54m
$110–495
Shuttle to Phoenix, fly to San Diego International Airport, train
1. Take a shuttle bus from Tucson Amtrak Station to Sky Harbor International Airport
2. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)PHX - SAN
3. Take the train from San Diego Old Town Transportation Center to Oceanside
6h 24m
$450–904

Tucson to Oceanside by train (Amtrak)

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12h 14mAverage Duration

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Distance: 395.8 mi
Duration: 5h 27m

What companies run services between Tucson, AZ, USA and Oceanside, CA, USA?

American Airlines, United Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Tucson (TUS) to Mcclellan–Palomar Airport (CLD) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Tucson Amtrak Station to Oceanside via Los Angeles in around 12h 14m.

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