How far is Oakland from San Jose?

The distance between the two cities is 39 miles (62 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Oakland to San Jose?

Most of the buses traveling from Oakland to San Jose leave from Emeryville Station and arrive at Diridon Station. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in San Jose?

Once in San Jose, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Winchester Mystery House, Children's Discovery Museum, Happy Hollow Park and Zoo, Cinnabar Hills Golf Club and Almaden Quicksilver County Park.

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: July 28 at 9:35pm
Departure city: Oakland
Departure location: West Oakland BART
Arrival time: July 28 at 11:00pm
Destination city: San Jose
Destination location: Diridon Station
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1h 25m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: July 28 at 11:20pm
Departure city: Oakland
Departure location: West Oakland BART
Arrival time: July 29 at 12:30am
Destination city: San Jose
Destination location: Diridon Station
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1h 10m
Departure time: July 28 at 8:00am
Departure city: Oakland
Departure location: West Oakland BART
Arrival time: July 28 at 9:20am
Destination city: San Jose
Destination location: Diridon Station
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1h 20m
Departure time: July 28 at 11:20pm
Departure city: Oakland
Departure location: West Oakland BART
Arrival time: July 29 at 12:30am
Destination city: San Jose
Destination location: Diridon Station
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1h 10m
Departure time: July 28 at 8:20am
Departure city: Oakland
Departure location: West Oakland BART
Arrival time: July 28 at 9:45am
Destination city: San Jose
Destination location: Diridon Station
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1h 25m

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	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$13 - $19	Average Duration1h 25m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$17 - $46	Average Duration1h 16m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Oakland to San Jose

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach San Jose. The journey takes about 1 hour 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day

1h 25mAverage Duration

$13Cheapest ticket

2kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Oakland to San Jose, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$17

Average bus trip duration1h 25m

Number of daily buses9

Earliest bus departure7:35am

Distance40 miles (63 km)

Latest bus departure11:20pm

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FlixBus

3.5/59,767 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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

3.5/587,139 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.3

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.

Amtrak

4/55,343 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

US bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Tornado Bus, Los Limousines, Valley Transit, Tufesa, Wanda Coach

Oakland to San Jose Bus

Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from Oakland to San Jose.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Oakland to San Jose from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses traveling from Oakland to San Jose, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Where are the popular stops in Oakland and San Jose?

Stops in Oakland

A - Emeryville Station

B - Oakland Bus Station

C - West Oakland BART Station

D - Greyhound Station

Stops in San Jose

A - Diridon Station

B - Santiago Express San Jose

C - 1118 E William St

D - San Jose Bus Stop

E - Tamien Station

F - Diridon Station

Frequently asked questions for your trip Oakland - San Jose, US

How far is Oakland from San Jose?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Oakland to San Jose?
What are the best sights and things to do in San Jose?

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

Best price found

07/25

$11

07/26

$8

Today

$9

07/28

$8

07/29

$8

07/30

$8

07/31

$9

08/01

$8

The cheapest trip from Oakland to San Jose, US was searched and found on Jul 26, 2025 with a price of $8

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 Jose, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $8 to $13 for a bus ticket from Oakland to San Jose, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $8 which is on 2025-07-28.

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Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Oakland to San Jose but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

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

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Oakland to San Jose that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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

Did you know?

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 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.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time1h 25m	Avg Price$17	Daily Departures9
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time1h 16m	Avg Price$18	Daily Departures22

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Bus from Oakland to San Jose, US

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Bus Oakland to San Jose, US: Trip Overview

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Oakland to San Jose Bus

Where are the popular stops in Oakland and San Jose?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Oakland - San Jose, US

How far is Oakland from San Jose?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Oakland to San Jose?

What are the best sights and things to do in San Jose?

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About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Did you know?

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

Will you be returning to Oakland by bus?

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