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

The cheapest way to get from Watsonville to Oxnard is to shuttle which costs $45 - $70 and takes 6h.

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

The fastest way to get from Watsonville to Oxnard is to drive which takes 5h 3m and costs $50 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Watsonville and Oxnard?

No, there is no direct bus from Watsonville to Oxnard. However, there are services departing from Rodriguez / Second and arriving at Oxnard via Salinas and Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 36m.

How far is it from Watsonville to Oxnard?

The distance between Watsonville and Oxnard is 312 miles. The road distance is 274.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Watsonville to Oxnard without a car is to train which takes 9h 1m and costs $55 - $130.

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

It takes approximately 9h 1m to get from Watsonville to Oxnard, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Watsonville to Oxnard bus from?

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

Train or bus from Watsonville to Oxnard?

The best way to get from Watsonville to Oxnard is to train which takes 9h 1m and costs $55 - $130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 36m.

Where does the Watsonville to Oxnard bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Watsonville to Oxnard?

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

Where can I stay near Oxnard?

There are 126+ hotels available in Oxnard.

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

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

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 Salinas to Oxnardtrain Coast Starlight
9h 1m
$58–123
Shuttle
cheapest
1. Take a shuttle bus from Watsonville to 106 E 5th St, Oxnardshuttle San Jose
6h
$45–70
Bus
1. Take the bus from Salinas to Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop to Oxnardbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
9h 36m
Drive 273.3 mi
1. Drive from Watsonville to Oxnardcar 273.3 mi
5h 3m
$50–72
Shuttle, BART to Oakland International Airport, fly, train
1. Take a shuttle bus from Watsonville to 1642 Story Rd - San Joseshuttle
2. Take the subway from Berryessa / North San Jose to Coliseumsubway
3. Fly from Oakland International Airport (OAK) to Burbank Bob Hope Airport (BUR)plane OAK - BUR
4. Take the train from Burbank Airport - South to Oxnardtrain
7h 10m
$88–407
Shuttle to Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport, fly, train
1. Take a shuttle bus from Meridian Spur / Prunedale Park & Ride to San Jose Airport Terminal Ashuttle
2. Fly from Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport (SJC) to Burbank Bob Hope Airport (BUR)plane SJC - BUR
3. Take the train from Burbank Airport - South to Oxnardtrain
6h 54m
$111–481

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

7Weekly Services

9h 1mAverage Duration

$58Cheapest Price

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Distance: 309.8 mi
Duration: 9h 1m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Salinas to Oxnard once daily. Tickets cost $55–120 and the journey takes 7h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rodriguez / Second to Oxnard via Salinas Transit Center / Gate 1, Salinas, and Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop in around 9h 36m.

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