Next departures for San Diego to Oakland on January 21
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Santa Fe Depot
Emeryville Station
CheapestFastest
Santa Fe Depot
Emeryville Station
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Santa Fe Depot
Jack London Square
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Santa Fe Depot
Jack London Square
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Santa Fe Depot
Coliseum/Airport
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Next departures for San Diego to Oakland on January 22
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
UCSD Health La Jolla Station
West Oakland BART
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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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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay
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Next departures for San Diego to Oakland on January 23
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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
Jack London Square
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Next departures for San Diego to Oakland on January 24
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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
Jack London Square
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Next departures for San Diego to Oakland on January 25
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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 for San Diego to Oakland on January 26
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Greyhound Bus Stop
West Oakland BART
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Greyhound Bus Stop
Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay
Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
West Oakland BART
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
UCSD Health La Jolla Station
West Oakland BART
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Compare 2 ways to go 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 $86, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Based on 5747 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 WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $102
Based on 87516 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 WiFi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at $100
Based on 12130 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 WiFi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at $83
Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Diego, CA, US 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 Diego to Oakland?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Diego to Oakland start from $86. The average price for this route is around $176. 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 Diego to Oakland?
The average bus travel time from San Diego to Oakland is 14h 15m, covering a distance of 728 km. The quickest bus can get 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 are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from San Diego to Oakland?
The earliest bus departs from San Diego to Oakland at 6:45am. And the latest bus departs at 7:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Diego to Oakland?
A bus trip from San Diego to Oakland generates an estimated 18 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What 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 bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Diego to Oakland?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance 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
01-19
$153
01-20
$150
Today
$132
01-22
$269
01-23
$132
01-24
$132
01-25
$132
01-26
$150
The cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Oakland was searched and found on Jan 21, 2026 with a price of $132
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 $132 to $303 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 $132 which is on 2026-01-23.
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.