Find coaches from Oakland to San Francisco, US

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Next departures from Oakland to San Francisco on 13 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
West Oakland BART
San Francisco Bus StationCheapestFastest
FlixBus
West Oakland BART
409 Townsend St, SFNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
West Oakland BART
San Francisco Bus StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
West Oakland BART
San Francisco Bus StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
West Oakland BART
San Francisco Bus StationNo tags

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Bus Oakland to San Francisco, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$11
Average bus trip duration30m
Number of daily buses11
Earliest bus departure06:10
Distance7 miles
Latest bus departure23:00

Oakland to San Francisco Bus

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Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to San Francisco from Oakland, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Oakland - San Francisco, US

  1. What's the distance between Oakland and San Francisco by coach?

    The journey from Oakland to San Francisco by coach covers an approximate distance of 9 miles (14 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Oakland to San Francisco without a car?

    The best way to go from Oakland to San Francisco without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

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

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US$4
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US$5
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US$5
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US$5
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Oakland to San Francisco, US was searched and found on 10 Oct 2025 with a price of US$4

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 Francisco, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$4 to US$6 for a bus ticket from Oakland to San Francisco, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$5, which is on 2025-10-13.

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 Francisco!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Oakland to San Francisco, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Oakland to San Francisco.

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

Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

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