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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | West Oakland BART | Diridon Station | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay | Diridon Station | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | West Oakland BART | Diridon Station | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 11:04 PM PST.
Compare 2 ways to go from Oakland to San Jose
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Jose. The journey takes about 1 hour 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Oakland and San Jose?
Stops in Oakland
- A5885 Horton St, Emeryville, CA 94608, USA
- 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
Stops in San Jose
- A65 Cahill St., San Jose, CA 95110
- B440 S King rd , an Jose CA 95116
- C
1118 E William St
1118 E William St, San Jose, CA 95116, USA - D
San Jose Bus Stop
100 W San Carlos St, San Jose, CA 95113, USA - E
Tamien Station
Guadalupe Fwy, San Jose, CA 95110, USA - F
Diridon Station
65 Cahill St, San Jose, CA 95110, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Oakland to San Jose, US 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 Oakland to San Jose?
The cheapest bus tickets from Oakland to San Jose start from $19. The average price for this route is around $23. 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 Oakland to San Jose?
The average bus travel time from Oakland to San Jose is 1h 25m, covering a distance of 62 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 40m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Oakland to San Jose route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Oakland to San Jose?
The earliest bus departs from Oakland to San Jose at 7:35am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Oakland to San Jose?
A bus trip from Oakland to San Jose generates an estimated 2 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 Oakland to San Jose?
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 bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Oakland to San Jose?
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 Oakland to San Jose?
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 Oakland to San Jose?
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.
The cheapest trip from Oakland to San Jose, US was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $8To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Oakland to San Jose, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $8 to $16 for a bus ticket from Oakland to San Jose, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $8 which is on 2025-12-03.
Usually FlixBus 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 Oakland to San Jose, US?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
