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Based on 2577 reviews, the company was rated 3.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at US$12.00
Based on 85887 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 Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at US$10.00
Busbud helps you find a bus from Oakland to San Francisco. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.
Bus service from Oakland to San Francisco will be provided by the most trusted bus companies.
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.
| Daily Buses | 19 |
| Earliest and Latest Bus Departures | 06:45 - 23:05 |
| Minimum Price | US$5 |
| Average Ticket Price | US$15 |
| Minimum Trip Duration | 15m |
| Average Bus Trip Duration | 25m |
| Distance | 6 miles |
| Bus companies on this route | FlixBus, Greyhound |
1401-1421 7th St, Oakland, CA 94607, USA
West Oakland BART Station5885 Horton St, Emeryville, CA 94608, USA
Emeryville Station2103 San Pablo Ave, Oakland, CA 94612, USA
Greyhound Station2103 San Pablo Ave, Oakland, CA 94612
Oakland Bus Station700 Beach Street, San Francisco, CA 94109, USA
Hyde/Beach (Fisherman's Wharf)25 Cyril Magnin St , San Francisco, CA 94102-2812
Powell Station255 Mason St,, San Francisco, CA 94102-2114
Union Square Hilton200 Folsom St, San Francisco, CA 94105
San Francisco Greyhound Station444 Townsend St, San Francisco, CA 94107, USA
444 Townsend St.
The average bus ticket price from Oakland to San Francisco is US$15. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Oakland to San Francisco is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
The average travel time between Oakland and San Francisco is around 25m, although the fastest bus will take about 15m. This is the time it takes to travel the 9 miles that separates the two cities.
The number of buses from Oakland to San Francisco can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 19 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Oakland to San Francisco by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
When taking the bus from Oakland to San Francisco, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Greyhound.
Buses travelling between Oakland and San Francisco leave from West Oakland BART Station or Emeryville Station and arrive at Hyde/Beach (Fisherman's Wharf), Powell Station, Union Square Hilton.
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
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 as early as possible.
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 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!
| Vehicle type | Travel time | Avg price | Daily departures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle typeBus | Travel time25m | Avg priceUS$15 | Daily departures19 |
| Vehicle typeTrain | Travel time1h 24m | Avg priceUS$15 | Daily departures16 |
The best way to travel between Oakland and San Francisco is by bus. By choosing the bus, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost US$15 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from US$10. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to San Francisco, choose the bus, as it will take you from Oakland to San Francisco in about 25m – that's the fastest way to get there!
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