Find coaches from Oakland to San Diego, CA, US

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Next departures from Oakland to San Diego on 1 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

busbud logoWe 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 40 minutes and with fares starting at just US$55, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

26bus per day
14h 40mAverage duration
732 kmDistance
18kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average priceUS$55 - US$262Average duration14h 40m
18kg CO₂e
Train
Average priceUS$105 - US$197Average duration15h 55m
66kg CO₂e

Bus Oakland to San Diego, CA, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$74
Average bus trip duration14h 40m
Number of daily buses26
Earliest bus departure07:00
Distance731 km
Latest bus departure23:50

Oakland to San Diego Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Oakland - San Diego, CA, US

  1. How much does a bus ticket from Oakland to San Diego cost?

    The bus ticket price from Oakland to San Diego starts at US$55. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Oakland to San Diego 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!

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

    The average travel time between Oakland and San Diego is around 14h 40m, although the fastest bus will take about 11h 55m. This is the time it takes to travel the 733 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily bus connections are there between Oakland and San Diego?

    The number of buses from Oakland to San Diego can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 26 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Oakland to San Diego by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which bus companies travel from Oakland to San Diego?

    When taking the bus from Oakland to San Diego, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak, FlixBus, Greyhound.

  5. What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Oakland to San Diego?

    Buses travelling between Oakland and San Diego leave from Emeryville Station or West Oakland BART Station and arrive at Mission Valley Sheraton, Old Town Courtyard Marriot, Downtown Holiday Inn.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
29/10
US$68
30/10
US$68
Today
US$68
01/11
US$68
02/11
US$68
03/11
US$68
04/11
US$56
05/11
US$52
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Oakland to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on 05 Nov 2025 with a price of US$52

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 US$52 to US$214 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 US$52, which is on 2025-11-05.

Usually Greyhound, FlixBus, Amtrak 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.

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 Diego!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Oakland to San Diego, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Oakland to San Diego will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

What's the cheapest way to go from Oakland to San Diego, CA, US?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Oakland by bus?

Bus from San Diego, CA, US to Oakland

You can also go to San Diego, CA, US by train

Train from Oakland to San Diego, CA, US

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