Bus from Oceanside to San Francisco, US: Tickets & Timetables

Next departures

Next departures from Oceanside to San Francisco on 20 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Oceanside Bus Station
San Francisco Bus StationCheapestFastest
Amtrak
Oceanside Transportation Center
Mission St & Fremont StNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 3:26 AM PST.

Get from Oceanside to San Francisco

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 10 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 1 029, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
10h 55mAverage duration
684 kmDistance
17kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Oceanside to San Francisco, US by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Oceanside to San Francisco?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Oceanside to San Francisco start at R 1 029. The average price for this route is around R 2 391. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Oceanside to San Francisco?

    The average bus journey time from Oceanside to San Francisco is 10h 55m, covering a distance of 684 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 10h 55m and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Oceanside to San Francisco route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Greyhound, FlixBus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Oceanside to San Francisco?

    The earliest bus departs from Oceanside to San Francisco at 07:35. And the latest bus departs at 20:20.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Oceanside to San Francisco?

    A bus trip from Oceanside to San Francisco produces an estimated 17 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

  6. What is the best bus company from Oceanside to San Francisco?

    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.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Oceanside to San Francisco?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Oceanside to San Francisco?

    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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Oceanside to San Francisco?

    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
15/01
R 2 809
16/01
R 2 977
Today
R 2 725
18/01
R 2 809
19/01
R 1 817
20/01
R 1 531
21/01
No data
22/01
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Oceanside to San Francisco, US was searched and found on 20 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 531

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Oceanside to San Francisco, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 1 531 to R 2 977 for a bus ticket from Oceanside to San Francisco, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 531, which is on 2026-01-20.

Usually Greyhound, Amtrak 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.

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