How much is the bus ticket from Sacramento to Oceanside?

The cheapest bus tickets from Sacramento to Oceanside start from $84. The average price for this route is around $115. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Sacramento to Oceanside?

The average bus trip duration from Sacramento to Oceanside is 13h 5m, covering a distance of 438 miles (706 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 35m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Sacramento to Oceanside route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , Greyhound , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Sacramento to Oceanside?

The earliest bus departs from Sacramento to Oceanside at 9:55am. And the latest bus departs at 9:55pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sacramento to Oceanside?

A bus trip from Sacramento to Oceanside generates an estimated 18 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Sacramento to Oceanside?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Sacramento to Oceanside?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Sacramento to Oceanside?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Sacramento to Oceanside?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus Sacramento to Oceanside from $72 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Sacramento to Oceanside on December 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		6:05pm	Sacramento Valley Station	10h 35m	4:40am	Oceanside Transportation Center	CheapestFastest
		9:55pm	Greyhound Sacramento Station	13h 5m	11:00am	Oceanside Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Sacramento to Oceanside on December 2
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:05pm	Sacramento Valley Station	10h 35m	4:40am	Oceanside Transportation Center	CheapestFastest
9:55am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	13h 10m	11:05pm	Oceanside Bus Station	No tags
7:15am	Sacramento Valley Station	11h 49m	7:04pm	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
9:55pm	Greyhound Sacramento Station	13h 5m	11:00am	Oceanside Bus Station	No tags
7:15am	Sacramento Valley Station	11h 49m	7:04pm	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags

Next departures for Sacramento to Oceanside on December 3
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:05pm	Sacramento Valley Station	10h 35m	4:40am	Oceanside Transportation Center	CheapestFastest
9:55am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	13h 10m	11:05pm	Oceanside Bus Station	No tags
7:15am	Sacramento Valley Station	11h 49m	7:04pm	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
9:55pm	Greyhound Sacramento Station	13h 5m	11:00am	Oceanside Bus Station	No tags
7:15am	Sacramento Valley Station	11h 49m	7:04pm	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags

Next departures for Sacramento to Oceanside on December 4
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:05pm	Sacramento Valley Station	10h 35m	4:40am	Oceanside Transportation Center	CheapestFastest
9:55am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	13h 10m	11:05pm	Oceanside Bus Station	No tags
7:15am	Sacramento Valley Station	11h 49m	7:04pm	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags
9:55pm	Greyhound Sacramento Station	13h 5m	11:00am	Oceanside Bus Station	No tags
7:15am	Sacramento Valley Station	11h 49m	7:04pm	Oceanside Transportation Center	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:20 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Sacramento to Oceanside

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Oceanside. The journey takes about 13 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $84, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

13h 5mAverage Duration

438 milesDistance

18kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$84 - $206	Average Duration13h 5m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$106 - $154	Average Duration17h 16m	CO₂ emissions 64kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Sacramento and Oceanside?

Stops in Sacramento

A
Greyhound Sacramento Station
420 Richards Blvd, Sacramento, CA 95811, USA
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B
Old Sacramento
961 2nd St, Sacramento, CA 95814, USA
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C
Fruitridge Rd
3330 Fruitridge Rd, Sacramento, CA 95820, USA
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Stops in Oceanside

A
Oceanside Bus Station
215 S TREMONT ST, 92054, California

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,618 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587,410 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

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.

FlixBus

3.5/511,488 reviews

Staff4.2

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, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Sacramento, US to Oceanside by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Sacramento to Oceanside?
The cheapest bus tickets from Sacramento to Oceanside start from $84. The average price for this route is around $115. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Sacramento to Oceanside?
The average bus trip duration from Sacramento to Oceanside is 13h 5m, covering a distance of 438 miles (706 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 35m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Sacramento to Oceanside route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Sacramento to Oceanside?
The earliest bus departs from Sacramento to Oceanside at 9:55am. And the latest bus departs at 9:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sacramento to Oceanside?
A bus trip from Sacramento to Oceanside generates an estimated 18 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Sacramento to Oceanside?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Sacramento to Oceanside?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Sacramento to Oceanside?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Sacramento to Oceanside?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/29

$105

11/30

$229

Today

$83

12/02

$83

12/03

$83

12/04

$83

12/05

$80

12/06

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The cheapest trip from Sacramento, US to Oceanside was searched and found on Dec 5, 2025 with a price of $80

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

You can expect to pay from $80 to $229 for a bus ticket from Sacramento, US to Oceanside based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $80 which is on 2025-12-05.

Usually Amtrak 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.