Next departures from San Diego to Oakland on 26 January
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Vehicle type
Departure time
Departure location
Trip duration
Arrival time
Arrival location
Recommended
Price and booking link
Santa Fe Depot
Emeryville Station
Cheapest
Greyhound Bus Stop
Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay
Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
West Oakland BART
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Greyhound Bus Stop
West Oakland BART
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Santa Fe Depot
Emeryville Station
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Next departures from San Diego to Oakland on 27 January
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Vehicle type
Departure time
Departure location
Trip duration
Arrival time
Arrival location
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Price and booking link
Santa Fe Depot
Emeryville Station
Cheapest
Greyhound Bus Stop
Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay
Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
UCSD Health La Jolla Station
Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay
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Greyhound Bus Stop
West Oakland BART
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Santa Fe Depot
Emeryville Station
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Next departures from San Diego to Oakland on 28 January
Operated by
Vehicle type
Departure time
Departure location
Trip duration
Arrival time
Arrival location
Recommended
Price and booking link
Santa Fe Depot
Emeryville Station
Cheapest
Greyhound Bus Stop
Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay
Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
UCSD Health La Jolla Station
Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay
No tags
Greyhound Bus Stop
West Oakland BART
No tags
Santa Fe Depot
Emeryville Station
No tags
Next departures from San Diego to Oakland on 30 January
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Vehicle type
Departure time
Departure location
Trip duration
Arrival time
Arrival location
Recommended
Price and booking link
Santa Fe Depot
Emeryville Station
Cheapest
Greyhound Bus Stop
Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay
Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
West Oakland BART
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Greyhound Bus Stop
West Oakland BART
No tags
Santa Fe Depot
Jack London Square
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Next departures from San Diego to Oakland on 31 January
Operated by
Vehicle type
Departure time
Departure location
Trip duration
Arrival time
Arrival location
Recommended
Price and booking link
Santa Fe Depot
Emeryville Station
Cheapest
Greyhound Bus Stop
Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay
Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
West Oakland BART
No tags
Greyhound Bus Stop
West Oakland BART
No tags
Santa Fe Depot
Jack London Square
No tags
Next departures from San Diego to Oakland on 2 February
Operated by
Vehicle type
Departure time
Departure location
Trip duration
Arrival time
Arrival location
Recommended
Price and booking link
Santa Fe Depot
Emeryville Station
Cheapest
Greyhound Bus Stop
Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay
Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
West Oakland BART
No tags
Greyhound Bus Stop
West Oakland BART
No tags
Santa Fe Depot
Emeryville Station
No tags
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 21:11 PST.
Compare 2 ways to travel from San Diego to Oakland
We recommend taking the bus
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Oakland. The journey takes about 14 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just £46, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Based on 5750 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at £54
Based on 87517 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at £53
Based on 12151 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at £45
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from San Diego, CA, US to Oakland
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from San Diego to Oakland?
The cheapest coach tickets from San Diego to Oakland start from £46. The average price for this route is around £94. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from San Diego to Oakland?
The average bus journey time from San Diego to Oakland is 14h 15m, covering a distance of 451 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 10h 35m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the San Diego to Oakland route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Diego to Oakland?
The earliest bus departs from San Diego to Oakland at 06:45. And the latest bus departs at 19:35.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Diego to Oakland?
A bus journey from San Diego to Oakland produces an estimated 18 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from San Diego to Oakland?
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 5733 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from San Diego to Oakland?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from San Diego to Oakland?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 San Diego to Oakland?
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
24/01
£143
25/01
£70
Today
£70
27/01
£70
28/01
£70
29/01
£91
30/01
£70
31/01
£70
The cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Oakland was searched and found on 25 Jan 2026 with a price of £70
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from San Diego, CA, US to Oakland as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £70 to £143 for a bus ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Oakland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £70, which is on 2026-01-27.
Usually Greyhound 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.