Bus from San Diego, CA, US to Oakland: Tickets & Timetables
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Next departures from San Diego to Oakland on 29 November
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Greyhound Bus Stop
West Oakland BART
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Next departures from San Diego to Oakland on 30 November
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Old Town San Diego
Jack London Square
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Old Town San Diego
Emeryville Station
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Greyhound Bus Stop
West Oakland BART
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Next departures from San Diego to Oakland on 1 December
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Old Town San Diego
Jack London Square
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Old Town San Diego
Emeryville Station
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Greyhound Bus Stop
West Oakland BART
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Next departures from San Diego to Oakland on 2 December
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Old Town San Diego
Jack London Square
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Greyhound Bus Stop
Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay
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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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Old Town San Diego
Emeryville Station
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Next departures from San Diego to Oakland on 3 December
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Old Town San Diego
Jack London Square
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Greyhound Bus Stop
Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay
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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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Old Town San Diego
Emeryville Station
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Next departures from San Diego to Oakland on 4 December
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Old Town San Diego
Jack London Square
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Greyhound Bus Stop
Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay
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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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Old Town San Diego
Emeryville Station
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Next departures from San Diego to Oakland on 5 December
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Old Town San Diego
Jack London Square
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Greyhound Bus Stop
Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay
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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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Old Town San Diego
Emeryville Station
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Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 15:40 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 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £46, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Based on 11465 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at £46
Based on 5610 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 £56
Based on 87403 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
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 £78. 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 20m, covering a distance of 455 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 9h 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 12 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Amtrak, Greyhound.
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 5597 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
26/11
£83
27/11
£81
Today
£166
29/11
£177
30/11
£83
01/12
£73
02/12
£73
03/12
£73
The cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Oakland was searched and found on 1 Dec 2025 with a price of £73
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 £73 to £177 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 £73, which is on 2025-12-01.
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.
What's the cheapest way to go from San Diego, CA, US to Oakland?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
The cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Oakland was searched and found on 1 Dec 2025 with a price of £73
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
