Bus from Oakland to San Diego, CA, US: Tickets & Timetables

Next departures

Next departures from Oakland to San Diego on 29 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Jack London Square
Santa Fe DepotCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay
Greyhound Bus StopFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
West Oakland BART
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
West Oakland BART
Greyhound Bus StopNo tags
Amtrak
Jack London Square
Santa Fe DepotNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Oakland to San Diego

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 14 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just £37, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16bus per day
14h 45mAverage duration
454 milesDistance
18kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average price£37 - £194Average duration14h 45m
18kg CO₂e
Train
Average price£82 - £153Average duration15h 55m
66kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Oakland to San Diego, CA, US

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

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Oakland to San Diego?

    The cheapest coach tickets from Oakland to San Diego start from £37. The average price for this route is around £62. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Oakland to San Diego?

    The average bus journey time from Oakland to San Diego is 14h 45m, covering a distance of 454 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 11h 55m and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Oakland to San Diego route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, FlixBus, Greyhound.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Oakland to San Diego at 07:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Oakland to San Diego?

    A bus journey from Oakland to San Diego produces an estimated 18 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. Which is the best bus company from Oakland to San Diego?

    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.

  7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Oakland to San Diego?

    Based on Busbud reviews, 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 Oakland to San Diego?

    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 Oakland to San Diego?

    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
26/11
£221
27/11
£53
Today
£53
29/11
£53
30/11
£53
01/12
£53
02/12
£53
03/12
£43
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Oakland to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on 3 Dec 2025 with a price of £43

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, CA, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £43 to £221 for a bus ticket from Oakland to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £43, which is on 2025-12-03.

Usually Greyhound, 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 Diego, CA, US?

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