Bus Tickets from Oakland to San Diego (CA), US

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Next departures to San Diego

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: June 19 at
    Departure city: Oakland
    Departure location: West Oakland BART
    Arrival time: June 20 at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: June 19 at
    Departure city: Oakland
    Departure location: West Oakland BART
    Arrival time: June 20 at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: UCSD Health La Jolla Station
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 19 at
    Departure city: Oakland
    Departure location: West Oakland BART
    Arrival time: June 20 at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 19 at
    Departure city: Oakland
    Departure location: West Oakland BART
    Arrival time: June 19 at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: Greyhound Bus Stop
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 19 at
    Departure city: Oakland
    Departure location: Jack London Square
    Arrival time: June 19 at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: Santa Fe Depot
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Oakland to San Diego

Average PriceUS$49 - US$168Average Duration13h 5m
18kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Average PriceUS$87 - US$179Average Duration11h 49m
67kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Oakland to San Diego

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 13 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$49, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14.83720930232558bus per day
13h 5mAverage Duration
US$49Cheapest ticket
18kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Oakland to San Diego: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$82
Average Bus Trip Duration13h 5m
Number of daily buses14
Earliest bus departure7:00am
Distance719 km
Latest bus departure11:20pm

Oakland to San Diego Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from Oakland to San Diego. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Oakland - San Diego (CA), US

  1. How long is the trip from Oakland to San Diego by bus?

    The bus ride from Oakland to San Diego takes 13h 5m, on average. For the shortest travel time, select the fastest bus available, which will take you to San Diego in about 11h 10m.

  2. What is the travel distance from Oakland to San Diego?

    Oakland and San Diego are 733 km (455 miles) apart.

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Oakland to San Diego?

    Buses departing from Emeryville Station in Oakland will take you to Mission Valley Sheraton in San Diego.

  4. What is the cheapest way to get from Oakland to San Diego?

    The least expensive way to go from Oakland to San Diego would be going by bus. With a starting ticket price of US$1, this bus becomes your top pick for this journey.

  5. How much does the bus ticket cost from Oakland to San Diego?

    The bus from Oakland to San Diego will cost you US$1, on average.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
06-16
US$68
06-17
US$68
Today
US$68
06-19
US$63
06-20
US$68
06-21
US$68
06-22
US$68
06-23
US$60
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Oakland to San Diego was searched and found on Jun 23, 2025 with a price of US$60

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

You can expect to pay from US$60 to US$139 for a bus ticket from Oakland to San Diego based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$60 which is on 2025-06-23.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Oakland and San Diego!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Oakland to San Diego, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Oakland to San Diego will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Oakland to San Diego while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

What's the cheapest way to go from Oakland to San Diego?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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