What is the cheapest way to get from Oceanside to Pasadena?

The cheapest way to get from Oceanside to Pasadena is to train which costs $14 - $19 and takes 2h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Oceanside to Pasadena?

The fastest way to get from Oceanside to Pasadena is to drive which takes 1h 35m and costs $16 - $24.

Is there a direct bus between Oceanside and Pasadena?

No, there is no direct bus from Oceanside to Pasadena. However, there are services departing from Oceanside Transportation Center and arriving at Fair Oaks / Holly via Cesar Chavez Transit Pavilion and Atlantic / Floral. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Oceanside and Pasadena?

No, there is no direct train from Oceanside to Pasadena station. However, there are services departing from Oceanside and arriving at Memorial Park Station via Union Station - Metro A-Line. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.

How far is it from Oceanside to Pasadena?

The distance between Oceanside and Pasadena is 96 miles. The road distance is 88.2 miles.

How do I travel from Oceanside to Pasadena without a car?

The best way to get from Oceanside to Pasadena without a car is to train via Los Angeles which takes 2h 30m and costs $29 - $60.

How long does it take to get from Oceanside to Pasadena?

It takes approximately 2h 30m to get from Oceanside to Pasadena, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oceanside to Pasadena bus from?

Oceanside to Pasadena bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Oceanside Transportation Center station.

Where do I catch the Oceanside to Pasadena train from?

Oceanside to Pasadena train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Oceanside station.

Train or bus from Oceanside to Pasadena?

The best way to get from Oceanside to Pasadena is to train via Los Angeles which takes 2h 30m and costs $29 - $60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $16 - $27 and takes 3h 37m.

Where does the Oceanside to Pasadena bus arrive?

Oceanside to Pasadena bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Los Angeles Downtown station.

Where does the Oceanside to Pasadena train arrive?

Oceanside to Pasadena train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Oceanside to Pasadena?

Yes, the driving distance between Oceanside to Pasadena is 88 miles. It takes approximately 1h 35m to drive from Oceanside to Pasadena.

Where can I stay near Pasadena?

There are 2198+ hotels available in Pasadena.

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There are 4 ways to get from Oceanside to Pasadena by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), car, or train

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Train via Los Angeles (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Oceanside to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner
2h 30m
$30–59
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Oceanside to L.A. Union Stationtrain OC Line
2h 32m
$14–18
Bus
1. Take the bus from Oceanside Transportation Center to Los Angeles Downtownbus FlixBus 2017
2. Take the bus from Atlantic / Floral to Fair Oaks / Hollybus 260/261
3h 37m
$16–26
Drive 87.7 mi
1. Drive from Oceanside to Pasadenacar 87.7 mi
1h 35m
$16–24

Oceanside to Pasadena by train and tram (Amtrak)

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2h 30mAverage Duration

$30Cheapest Price

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Distance: 95.5 mi
Duration: 2h 30m

What companies run services between Oceanside, CA, USA and Pasadena, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Oceanside to Los Angeles hourly. Tickets cost $27–60 and the journey takes 2h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Oceanside Transportation Center to Fair Oaks / Holly via Los Angeles Downtown, Cesar Chavez Transit Pavilion, and Atlantic / Floral in around 3h 37m.

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