What is the cheapest way to get from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Oceanside?

The cheapest way to get from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Oceanside is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 4h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Oceanside?

The fastest way to get from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Oceanside is to drive which takes 4h 17m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Vandenberg Space Force Base and Oceanside?

No, there is no direct bus from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Oceanside. However, there are services departing from Vandenberg Air Force Base and arriving at Oceanside via Santa Maria Airport, CA and LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Vandenberg Space Force Base and Oceanside?

No, there is no direct train from Vandenberg Space Force Base station to Oceanside. However, there are services departing from Lompoc-Surf Station and arriving at Oceanside via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 8m.

How far is it from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Oceanside?

The distance between Vandenberg Space Force Base and Oceanside is 274 miles. The road distance is 241.5 miles.

How do I travel from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Oceanside without a car?

The best way to get from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Oceanside without a car is to train which takes 7h 8m and costs $150 - $240.

How long does it take to get from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Oceanside?

It takes approximately 7h 8m to get from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Oceanside, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Vandenberg Space Force Base to Oceanside bus from?

Vandenberg Space Force Base to Oceanside bus services, operated by Central Coast Shuttle, depart from Santa Maria Airport, CA station.

Where do I catch the Vandenberg Space Force Base to Oceanside train from?

Vandenberg Space Force Base to Oceanside train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Lompoc-Surf Station.

Train or bus from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Oceanside?

The best way to get from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Oceanside is to train which takes 7h 8m and costs $150 - $240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 6m.

Where does the Vandenberg Space Force Base to Oceanside bus arrive?

Vandenberg Space Force Base to Oceanside bus services, operated by Central Coast Shuttle, arrive at Los Angeles Airport, CA station.

Where does the Vandenberg Space Force Base to Oceanside train arrive?

Vandenberg Space Force Base to Oceanside train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Oceanside station.

Can I drive from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Oceanside?

Yes, the driving distance between Vandenberg Space Force Base to Oceanside is 241 miles. It takes approximately 4h 17m to drive from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Oceanside.

Where can I stay near Oceanside?

There are 32+ hotels available in Oceanside.

Vandenberg Space Force Base to Oceanside - 4 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Oceanside by train (Amtrak), bus, car, plane, or train

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Lompoc-Surf Station to Oceansidetrain Pacific Surfliner
7h 8m
$151–233
Drive 240.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Oceansidecar 240.1 mi
4h 17m
$43–62
Bus
1. Take the bus from Santa Maria Airport, CA to Los Angeles Airport, CAbus
2. Take the bus from LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides Stop to Oceansidebus reLAXsan
8h 6m
Bus, fly, train
1. Take the bus from Santa Maria Airport, CA to Santa Barbara Airportbus
2. Fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane SBA - SAN
3. Take the train from San Diego to Oceansidetrain
6h 53m
$141–347

Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to San Diego International Airport (SAN) flights

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57 minAverage Duration

$30Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Oceanside.

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Distance: 272.1 mi
Duration: 7h 8m

What companies run services between Vandenberg Space Force Base, CA, USA and Oceanside, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Lompoc-Surf Station to Oceanside 3 times a day. Tickets cost $140–220 and the journey takes 6h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Vandenberg Air Force Base to Oceanside via Santa Maria Public Airport, Santa Maria Airport, CA, Los Angeles Airport, CA, and LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides Stop in around 8h 6m.

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