What is the cheapest way to get from Desert Hot Springs to Oceanside?

The cheapest way to get from Desert Hot Springs to Oceanside is to bus and train which costs $15 - $21 and takes 8h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Desert Hot Springs to Oceanside?

The fastest way to get from Desert Hot Springs to Oceanside is to drive which takes 1h 49m and costs $17 - $26.

Is there a direct bus between Desert Hot Springs and Oceanside?

No, there is no direct bus from Desert Hot Springs to Oceanside. However, there are services departing from Pierson at Cactus and arriving at Oceanside Transportation Center via Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop and Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Desert Hot Springs and Oceanside?

No, there is no direct train from Desert Hot Springs station to Oceanside. However, there are services departing from Palm Springs Station and arriving at Oceanside via Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 37m.

How far is it from Desert Hot Springs to Oceanside?

The distance between Desert Hot Springs and Oceanside is 198 miles. The road distance is 96.5 miles.

How do I travel from Desert Hot Springs to Oceanside without a car?

The best way to get from Desert Hot Springs to Oceanside without a car is to bus and train via Los Angeles which takes 4h 45m and costs $60 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Desert Hot Springs to Oceanside?

It takes approximately 4h 45m to get from Desert Hot Springs to Oceanside, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Desert Hot Springs to Oceanside bus from?

Desert Hot Springs to Oceanside bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop station.

Where do I catch the Desert Hot Springs to Oceanside train from?

Desert Hot Springs to Oceanside train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Palm Springs Station.

Train or bus from Desert Hot Springs to Oceanside?

The best way to get from Desert Hot Springs to Oceanside is to train which takes 6h 37m and costs $75 - $150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40 - $65 and takes 7h 39m.

Where does the Desert Hot Springs to Oceanside bus arrive?

Desert Hot Springs to Oceanside bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Fullerton Amtrak Station.

Where does the Desert Hot Springs to Oceanside train arrive?

Desert Hot Springs to Oceanside train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Desert Hot Springs to Oceanside?

Yes, the driving distance between Desert Hot Springs to Oceanside is 97 miles. It takes approximately 1h 49m to drive from Desert Hot Springs to Oceanside.

How do I get a train ticket from Desert Hot Springs to Oceanside?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Desert Hot Springs to Oceanside?

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Where can I stay near Oceanside?

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Desert Hot Springs to Oceanside - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Desert Hot Springs to Oceanside by bus, train, car, train (Amtrak), or bus (Amtrak, Greyhound)

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Bus, train via Los Angeles
best
1. Take the bus from Palm Springs North to Los Angeles Union Station Arrivalsbus FlixBus 2054
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Oceansidetrain Pacific Surfliner
4h 45m
$62–104
Bus, train #2
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Varner at Harry Oliver to San Bernardino Transit Centerbus 10
2. Take the train from San Bernardino - Downtown to Oceansidetrain IE-OC Line
8h 34m
$16–21
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop to Fullerton Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the train from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Oceansidetrain Pacific Surfliner
6h 50m
$34–50
Drive 95.9 mi
1. Drive from Desert Hot Springs to Oceansidecar 95.9 mi
1h 49m
$18–26
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Palm Springs Station to Los Angelestrain Texas Eagle / ...
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Oceansidetrain Pacific Surfliner
6h 37m
$76–149
Bus
1. Take the bus from Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop to Fullerton Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center to Oceanside Transportation Centerbus Greyhound US0831
7h 39m
$42–62

Desert Hot Springs to Oceanside by bus and train

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6h 50mAverage Duration

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Distance: 196.4 mi
Duration: 4h 45m

What companies run services between Desert Hot Springs, CA, USA and Oceanside, CA, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Desert Hot Springs to Oceanside via Palm Springs Station and Los Angeles in around 6h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pierson at Cactus to Oceanside Transportation Center via Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop, Fullerton Amtrak Station, Fullerton Amtrak Station, Anaheim, and Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center in around 7h 39m.

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