Find coaches from San Marcos, TX, US to Oakland

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Next departures from San Marcos to Oakland on 30 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Valley Transit + FlixBus + Greyhound
San Marcos Station
UC Berkeley (Crescent Lawn)No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound
San Marcos Station
Oakland/Berkeley/East BayNo tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound
San Marcos Station
West Oakland BARTNo tags
Greyhound + Valley Transit
San Marcos Station
Oakland/Berkeley/East BayNo tags
Greyhound + FlixBus
San Marcos Station
UC Berkeley (Crescent Lawn)No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from San Marcos to Oakland

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Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Oakland. The journey takes about 2 days, 8 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just US$236, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day
2d 8hAverage duration
2407 kmDistance
60kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average priceUS$236 - US$273Average duration2d 8h
60kg CO₂e
Train
Average priceUS$293 - US$295Average duration2d 3h
219kg CO₂e

Bus San Marcos, TX, US to Oakland: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$241
Average bus trip duration2d 8h
Number of daily buses5
Earliest bus departure19:20
Distance2406 km
Latest bus departure23:30

San Marcos to Oakland Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip San Marcos, TX, US - Oakland

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

    The bus ticket price from San Marcos to Oakland starts at US$236. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from San Marcos to Oakland 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 San Marcos to Oakland?

    The average travel time between San Marcos and Oakland is around 2d 8h, although the fastest bus will take about 1d 21h. This is the time it takes to travel the 2407 km that separates the two cities.

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

    The number of buses from San Marcos to Oakland can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 5 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from San Marcos to Oakland by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

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

    Buses travelling between San Marcos and Oakland leave from San Marcos Station or San Marcos Bus Stop (Victoria Secret) and arrive at Emeryville Station, West Oakland BART Station, Oakland Bus Station.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from San Marcos to Oakland.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

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

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from San Marcos to Oakland 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 San Marcos to Oakland while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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!

What's the cheapest way to go from San Marcos, TX, US to Oakland?

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You can also go to Oakland by train

Train from San Marcos, TX, US to Oakland

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