What is the travel distance from Oceanside to Los Angeles?

Oceanside and Los Angeles are 78 miles (125 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Oceanside to Los Angeles?

The majority of buses traveling from Oceanside to Los Angeles start their journey at Oceanside Bus Station and wind up at UCLA. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

What are the best sights and things to do in Los Angeles?

Once in Los Angeles, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA), Universal Studios & Universal City Walk, Battleship USS Iowa BB-61, Walt Disney Concert Hall and Venice Beach.

Bus Oceanside to Los Angeles from $12 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Oceanside to Los Angeles on September 25
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		9:40pm	Oceanside Transportation Center	7h 55m	5:35am	UCLA	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Oceanside to Los Angeles on September 26
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:25pm	Oceanside Transportation Center	7h 20m	5:45am	UCLA	Cheapest
	8:20pm	Oceanside Bus Station	2h	10:20pm	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
	7:35am	Oceanside Bus Station	3h 5m	10:40am	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
	1:25pm	Oceanside Bus Station	2h 5m	3:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	1:25pm	Oceanside Bus Station	3h 25m	4:50pm	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	No tags

Next departures for Oceanside to Los Angeles on September 27
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	8:20pm	Oceanside Bus Station	2h	10:20pm	Los Angeles Union Station	CheapestFastest
	7:35am	Oceanside Bus Station	3h 5m	10:40am	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
	1:25pm	Oceanside Bus Station	2h 5m	3:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
	10:25pm	Oceanside Transportation Center	7h 20m	5:45am	UCLA	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	1:25pm	Oceanside Bus Station	3h 25m	4:50pm	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	No tags

Next departures for Oceanside to Los Angeles on September 28
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	9:40pm	Oceanside Transportation Center	7h 55m	5:35am	UCLA	Cheapest
	8:20pm	Oceanside Bus Station	2h	10:20pm	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
	7:35am	Oceanside Bus Station	3h 5m	10:40am	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
	1:25pm	Oceanside Bus Station	2h 5m	3:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	1:25pm	Oceanside Bus Station	3h 25m	4:50pm	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	No tags

Next departures for Oceanside to Los Angeles on September 29
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	8:20pm	Oceanside Bus Station	2h	10:20pm	Los Angeles Union Station	CheapestFastest
	7:35am	Oceanside Bus Station	3h 5m	10:40am	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
	1:25pm	Oceanside Bus Station	2h 5m	3:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
	9:40pm	Oceanside Transportation Center	7h 55m	5:35am	UCLA	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	1:25pm	Oceanside Bus Station	3h 25m	4:50pm	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	No tags

Next departures for Oceanside to Los Angeles on September 30
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
8:20pm	Oceanside Bus Station	2h	10:20pm	Los Angeles Union Station	CheapestFastest
7:35am	Oceanside Bus Station	3h 5m	10:40am	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
9:40pm	Oceanside Transportation Center	7h 55m	5:35am	UCLA	No tags
8:20pm	Oceanside Bus Station	3h 45m	12:05am	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	No tags

Next departures for Oceanside to Los Angeles on October 1
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
8:20pm	Oceanside Bus Station	2h	10:20pm	Los Angeles Union Station	CheapestFastest
7:35am	Oceanside Bus Station	3h 5m	10:40am	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
9:40pm	Oceanside Transportation Center	7h 55m	5:35am	UCLA	No tags
8:20pm	Oceanside Bus Station	3h 45m	12:05am	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	No tags

Next departures for Oceanside to Los Angeles on October 2
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:40pm	Oceanside Transportation Center	7h 55m	5:35am	UCLA	Cheapest
8:20pm	Oceanside Bus Station	2h	10:20pm	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
7:35am	Oceanside Bus Station	3h 5m	10:40am	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
8:20pm	Oceanside Bus Station	3h 45m	12:05am	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Oceanside to Los Angeles.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$19 - $43	Average Duration3h 5m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$31 - $36	Average Duration2h	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Shuttle	Average Price$66 - $80	Average Duration1h 40m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends taking the train from Oceanside to Los Angeles

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 2 hours and with fares starting at just $31, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15train per day

2hAverage Duration

$31Cheapest ticket

14kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Oceanside to Los Angeles, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$23

Average bus trip duration3h 5m

Number of daily buses6

Earliest bus departure7:35am

Distance77 miles (124 km)

Latest bus departure10:25pm

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,478 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5478 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $21

Amtrak Oceanside Los Angeles recent customer reviews

Was on time

Laura M.

November 18, 2024

The train was 2 hours late, but the ride was pleasurable.

Lj M.

November 3, 2023

I was expecting to ride the train but instead a bus

Martha H.

October 14, 2022

Greyhound

3.5/587,275 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.3

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Greyhound Oceanside Los Angeles recent customer reviews

Have every bus check for oil leaks BEFORE leaving a station! I almost missed my flight!

Kaitlin K.

August 30, 2017

Excellent driver. Polite and quite cordial.

Peter A.

February 25, 2019

Was Gucci.

Tyler T.

October 16, 2017

FlixBus

3.5/510,663 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

US bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Tornado Bus, Los Limousines, Tufesa, Valley Transit, Senda Diamante

Oceanside to Los Angeles Bus

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We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from Oceanside to Los Angeles.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses traveling from Oceanside to Los Angeles, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Where are the popular stops in Oceanside and Los Angeles?

Stops in Oceanside

A - Oceanside Bus Station

Stops in Los Angeles

A - UCLA

B - Ramirez Street bus stop

C - 613 Maple Ave

D - Los Angeles International Airport

E - Downtown Westin Bonaventure

F - LAX Airport Holiday Inn

Frequently asked questions for your trip Oceanside - Los Angeles, US

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Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

09/23

$13

09/24

$14

Today

$15

09/26

$15

09/27

$13

09/28

$14

09/29

$12

09/30

$12

The cheapest trip from Oceanside to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on Sep 29, 2025 with a price of $12

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Oceanside to Los Angeles, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $12 to $37 for a bus ticket from Oceanside to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $12 which is on 2025-09-29.

Usually Amtrak, Greyhound will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Oceanside to Los Angeles that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

What's the cheapest way to go from Oceanside to Los Angeles, US?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time3h 5m	Avg Price$23	Daily Departures6
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time2h	Avg Price$31	Daily Departures15

Will you be returning to Oceanside by bus?

Bus from Los Angeles, US to Oceanside

You can also go to Los Angeles, US by train

Train from Oceanside to Los Angeles, US

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