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WedMar 20
from $46
ThuMar 21
from $60
FriMar 22
from $70
SatMar 23
SunMar 24
from $57
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Cheap buses leaving Wednesday

One passenger / one way

Operated by
Greyhound + FlixBus
11:30AM
14h25m
1:55AM
Oakland - West Oakland BART
Cheapest
San Diego - Downtown SD (Seaport)
Cheapest
Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
10:40PM
20h55m
7:35PM
Oakland - Richmond BART
2nd Cheapest
San Diego - Downtown SD (Seaport)
2nd Cheapest
Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
9:35PM
11h
8:35AM
Oakland - West Oakland BART
Fastest
San Diego - San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Fastest
Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
11:05PM
15h50m
2:55PM
Oakland - West Oakland BART
San Diego - San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Operated by
Greyhound + FlixBus
6:30AM
13h50m
8:20PM
Oakland - West Oakland BART
San Diego - UCSD Health La Jolla Station
Bus Oakland to San Diego: Trip Overview

Bus Oakland to San Diego: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$72
Average bus trip duration15h 9m
Number of daily buses36
Earliest bus departure4:45 AM
Distance461 miles (742 km)
Latest bus departure11:20 PM

Oakland to San Diego Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures36
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures4:45AM - 11:20PM
Minimum Price$42
Average Ticket Price$72
Minimum Trip Duration11h
Average Bus Trip Duration15h9m
Distance461 miles (742 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteFlixBus, Greyhound
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Oakland - San Diego

You can travel between these two cities by bus or train. Either way you choose, you'll be sure to reach your destination in the most practical and eco-friendly way. Another option you should consider is using carpooling services, which allow you to share a car ride with other travelers.

The average travel time from Oakland to San Diego is about 15h 9m, although the minimum time it takes to get there is 11h with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 455 miles (733 km) that separate the two cities.

The distance between the two cities is 455 miles (733 km).

On average, there are 36 daily departures on this route, offered by FlixBus and Greyhound. The number of buses running from Oakland to San Diego may change based on the day of the week. Busbud can make your trip from Oakland to San Diego a breeze! Simply check the schedules and pick the bus that matches your style and budget. It's that easy!

The first bus leaves at 4:45 AM and the last one leaves at 11:20 PM.

The majority of buses traveling from Oakland to San Diego start their journey at West Oakland BART Station and wind up at San Ysidro McDonald's. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

You can save a lot of money on your trip from Oakland to San Diego by choosing to travel by bus. The lowest tickets for this trip cost as little as $47.

The average bus ticket price from Oakland to San Diego is $72. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $47 and $211, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

Once in San Diego, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Botanical Building and Lily Pond, Pacific Surf School, La Jolla Cove, Sunset Cliffs Natural Park and The Gaslamp Quarter.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
03/17
No data
Today
$57
03/19
$47
03/20
$43
03/21
$71
03/22
$59
03/23
$59
03/24
$61
The cheapest trip from Oakland to San Diego was searched and found on Mar 20, 2024 with a price of $43

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, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $43 to $137 for a bus ticket from Oakland to San Diego based on the last 1 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $43 which is on 2024-03-20.

Usually 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.

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 one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Oakland to San Diego will emit less CO2 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 travelers 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?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
Vehicle TypeTravel TimeAvg PriceDaily Departures
Vehicle TypeBusTravel Time15h 9mAvg Price$72Daily Departures36
Vehicle TypeTrainTravel Time15h 51mAvg Price$123Daily Departures12

The best way to travel between Oakland and San Diego is by bus. By choosing the bus, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $72 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $47. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to San Diego, choose the bus, as it will take you from Oakland to San Diego in about 15h 9m - that's the fastest way to get there!

Will you be returning to Oakland by bus?

Bus from San Diego to Oakland

You can also go to San Diego by train

Train from Oakland to San Diego

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