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

Next departures

Next departures from Oakland to San Diego on 16 December
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
FlixBus
West Oakland BART
UCSD Health La Jolla StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
West Oakland BART
Greyhound Bus StopNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
West Oakland BART
Greyhound Bus StopNo 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 R 821, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day
14h 45mAverage duration
719 kmDistance
18kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average priceR 821 - R 5 081Average duration14h 45m
18kg CO₂e
Train
Average priceR 1 803 - R 3 389Average duration15h 55m
67kg CO₂e

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

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

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

    The cheapest bus tickets from Oakland to San Diego start at R 821. The average price for this route is around R 1 440. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting 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 719 km. The fastest bus gets 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 11 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 trip from Oakland to San Diego produces an estimated 18 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

  6. What 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 5627 reviews.

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

    Based on reviews on Busbud, 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
13/12
R 1 171
14/12
R 1 171
Today
R 1 171
16/12
R 1 171
17/12
R 1 171
18/12
R 1 171
19/12
R 1 171
20/12
R 1 171
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Oakland to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 171

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 R 1 171 to R 3 916 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 R 1 171, which is on 2025-12-16.

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.

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