Next departures for Oakland to San Diego on November 20
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Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay
Greyhound Bus Stop
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Next departures for Oakland to San Diego on November 21
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Jack London Square
Santa Fe Depot
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Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay
Greyhound Bus Stop
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
West Oakland BART
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
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Greyhound Bus Stop
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Jack London Square
Santa Fe Depot
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Next departures for Oakland to San Diego on November 22
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Jack London Square
Santa Fe Depot
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Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay
Greyhound Bus Stop
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
West Oakland BART
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
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West Oakland BART
Greyhound Bus Stop
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Jack London Square
Santa Fe Depot
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Next departures for Oakland to San Diego on November 23
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Jack London Square
Santa Fe Depot
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Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay
Greyhound Bus Stop
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
West Oakland BART
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
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West Oakland BART
Greyhound Bus Stop
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Jack London Square
Santa Fe Depot
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Next departures for Oakland to San Diego on November 24
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Jack London Square
Santa Fe Depot
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Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay
Greyhound Bus Stop
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West Oakland BART
UCSD Health La Jolla Station
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
West Oakland BART
Greyhound Bus Stop
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West Oakland BART
Greyhound Bus Stop
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Next departures for Oakland to San Diego on November 25
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Jack London Square
Santa Fe Depot
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Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay
Greyhound Bus Stop
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West Oakland BART
UCSD Health La Jolla Station
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
West Oakland BART
Greyhound Bus Stop
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West Oakland BART
Greyhound Bus Stop
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Next departures for Oakland to San Diego on November 26
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Jack London Square
Santa Fe Depot
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Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay
Greyhound Bus Stop
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
West Oakland BART
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
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West Oakland BART
UCSD Health La Jolla Station
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West Oakland BART
Greyhound Bus Stop
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Next departures for Oakland to San Diego on November 27
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Jack London Square
Santa Fe Depot
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Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay
Greyhound Bus Stop
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
West Oakland BART
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
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West Oakland BART
UCSD Health La Jolla Station
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West Oakland BART
Greyhound Bus Stop
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Compare 2 ways to go from Oakland to San Diego
We recommend taking the bus
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 14 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $55, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Based on 5597 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $72
Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.
Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Oakland to San Diego, CA, US by bus
What is the travel distance from Oakland to San Diego?
The distance between the two cities is 455 miles (733 km).
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Oakland to San Diego?
The majority of buses traveling from Oakland to San Diego start their journey at Emeryville Station and wind up at Mission Valley Sheraton. 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.
What are the best sights and things to do in San Diego?
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
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
11/18
$68
11/19
$68
Today
$68
11/21
$68
11/22
$68
11/23
$68
11/24
$68
11/25
$68
The cheapest trip from Oakland to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on Nov 18, 2025 with a price of $68
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 $68 to $228 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 $68 which is on 2025-11-21.
Usually Greyhound 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.
What's the cheapest way to go from Oakland to San Diego, CA, US?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination