What is the cheapest way to get from Oakland to Ocean Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Oakland to Ocean Beach is to bus which costs $80 - $140 and takes 11h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Oakland to Ocean Beach?

The fastest way to get from Oakland to Ocean Beach is to fly which takes 3h 45m and costs $70 - $290.

Is there a direct bus between Oakland and Ocean Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from Oakland to Ocean Beach. However, there are services departing from Oakland and arriving at Cable St & Newport Av via Old Town Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Oakland and Ocean Beach?

No, there is no direct train from Oakland to Ocean Beach. However, there are services departing from Oakland and arriving at San Diego Old Town Transportation Center via Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 19m.

How far is it from Oakland to Ocean Beach?

The distance between Oakland and Ocean Beach is 462 miles. The road distance is 491.1 miles.

How do I travel from Oakland to Ocean Beach without a car?

The best way to get from Oakland to Ocean Beach without a car is to bus which takes 11h 29m and costs $80 - $140.

How long does it take to get from Oakland to Ocean Beach?

It takes approximately 3h 45m to get from Oakland to Ocean Beach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oakland to Ocean Beach bus from?

Oakland to Ocean Beach bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Oakland station.

Where do I catch the Oakland to Ocean Beach train from?

Oakland to Ocean Beach train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Oakland station.

Train, bus or fly from Oakland to Ocean Beach?

The best way to get from Oakland to Ocean Beach is to fly which takes 3h 45m and costs $70 - $290. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $80 - $140 and takes 11h 29m, you could also train, which costs $140 - $350 and takes 16h 19m.

Where does the Oakland to Ocean Beach bus arrive?

Oakland to Ocean Beach bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at San Diego station.

Where does the Oakland to Ocean Beach train arrive?

Oakland to Ocean Beach train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Oakland to Ocean Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Oakland to Ocean Beach is 491 miles. It takes approximately 8h 12m to drive from Oakland to Ocean Beach.

Where can I stay near Ocean Beach?

There are 2203+ hotels available in Ocean Beach.

Oakland to Ocean Beach - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and BART

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There are 8 ways to get from Oakland to Ocean Beach by plane, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), train (Amtrak), car, subway, shuttle, or bus (Greyhound)

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Fly from Oakland International Airport
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1. Fly from Oakland International Airport (OAK) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane OAK - SAN
3h 45m
$72–281
Bus
1. Take the bus from Oakland to San Diegobus FlixBus N2003
11h 29m
$81–133
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Oakland to Los Angelestrain Coast Starlight
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain Pacific Surfliner
16h 19m
$148–345
Drive 488.2 mi
1. Drive from Oakland to Ocean Beachcar 488.2 mi
8h 12m
$90–129
Fly from San Francisco International Airport
1. Fly from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane SFO - SAN
4h 7m
$73–248
BART to Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport, fly
1. Take the subway from 12th Street / Oakland City Center to Milpitassubway
2. Fly from Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport (SJC) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane SJC - SAN
4h 42m
$82–497
Shuttle to Sonoma County Airport, fly
1. Take a shuttle bus from San Francisco Pier 27 to Santa Rosa Airportshuttle
2. Fly from Sonoma County Airport (STS) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane STS - SAN
6h 15m
$172–316
Bus via San Francisco Bus Station (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from San Francisco Bus Station to San Diego Greyhound Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0831
15h 5m
$85–139

Oakland to Ocean Beach by bus

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Distance: 459.7 mi
Duration: 3h 45m

What companies run services between Oakland, CA, USA and Ocean Beach, CA, USA?

Alaska Airlines, Inc. and Southwest Airlines fly from Oakland International Airport (OAK) to San Diego International Airport (SAN) hourly. Alternatively, Flixbus USA operates a bus from Oakland to San Diego once daily. Tickets cost $75–120 and the journey takes 10h 50m. Greyhound USA also services this route once daily.

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