How much is the bus ticket from San Ysidro to Oakland?

The cheapest bus tickets from San Ysidro to Oakland start from $68. The average price for this route is around $181. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from San Ysidro to Oakland?

The average bus trip duration from San Ysidro to Oakland is 11h 35m, covering a distance of 468 miles (755 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 11h 10m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the San Ysidro to Oakland route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Ysidro to Oakland?

The earliest bus departs from San Ysidro to Oakland at 6:00am. And the latest bus departs at 7:00pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Ysidro to Oakland?

A bus trip from San Ysidro to Oakland generates an estimated 19 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from San Ysidro to Oakland?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87463 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Ysidro to Oakland?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company has the most timely service from San Ysidro to Oakland?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Ysidro to Oakland?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus San Ysidro to Oakland from $43 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for San Ysidro to Oakland on January 9
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	7:00pm	San Ysidro Bus terminal	11h 35m	6:35am	West Oakland BART	Cheapest
	Bus	7:00pm	San Ysidro Bus terminal	11h 10m	6:10am	Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay	Fastest

Next departures for San Ysidro to Oakland on January 10
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:00am	San Ysidro Bus terminal	14h 30m	8:30pm	West Oakland BART	Cheapest
	Bus	7:00pm	San Ysidro Bus terminal	11h 10m	6:10am	Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay	Fastest
	Bus	7:00pm	San Ysidro Bus terminal	11h 35m	6:35am	West Oakland BART	No tags

Next departures for San Ysidro to Oakland on January 11
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:00am	San Ysidro Bus terminal	14h 30m	8:30pm	West Oakland BART	Cheapest
	Bus	7:00pm	San Ysidro Bus terminal	11h 10m	6:10am	Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay	Fastest
	Bus	7:00pm	San Ysidro Bus terminal	11h 35m	6:35am	West Oakland BART	No tags

Next departures for San Ysidro to Oakland on January 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	7:00pm	San Ysidro Bus terminal	11h 35m	6:35am	West Oakland BART	Cheapest
	Bus	7:00pm	San Ysidro Bus terminal	11h 10m	6:10am	Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay	Fastest

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 3:39 AM PST.

Get from San Ysidro to Oakland

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 11 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $68, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

11h 35mAverage Duration

468 milesDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in San Ysidro and Oakland?

Stops in San Ysidro

A
San Ysidro Greyhound Bus Station
731 E San Ysidro Blvd, San Ysidro, CA 92173
Visit page

Stops in Oakland

A
Emeryville Station
5885 Horton St, Emeryville, CA 94608, USA
Visit page
B
West Oakland BART Station
1401-1421 7th St, Oakland, CA 94607, USA
C
Oakland Bus Station
2103 San Pablo Ave, Oakland, CA 94612
D
Greyhound Station
2103 San Pablo Ave, Oakland, CA 94612, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,492 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Greyhound Lines, Inc. San Ysidro Oakland recent customer reviews

Very good

Aminda Violeta L.

August 14, 2025

FlixBus

3.5/511,973 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

US bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Ysidro, CA to Oakland by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from San Ysidro to Oakland?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Ysidro to Oakland start from $68. The average price for this route is around $181. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from San Ysidro to Oakland?
The average bus trip duration from San Ysidro to Oakland is 11h 35m, covering a distance of 468 miles (755 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 11h 10m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the San Ysidro to Oakland route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Ysidro to Oakland?
The earliest bus departs from San Ysidro to Oakland at 6:00am. And the latest bus departs at 7:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Ysidro to Oakland?
A bus trip from San Ysidro to Oakland generates an estimated 19 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from San Ysidro to Oakland?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87463 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Ysidro to Oakland?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from San Ysidro to Oakland?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Ysidro to Oakland?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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

01/07

$190

01/08

$190

Today

$124

01/10

$124

01/11

$106

01/12

$120

01/13

No data

01/14

No data

The cheapest trip from San Ysidro, CA to Oakland was searched and found on Jan 11, 2026 with a price of $106

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

You can expect to pay from $106 to $190 for a bus ticket from San Ysidro, CA to Oakland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $106 which is on 2026-01-11.