Next departures for Oceanside to Oakland on November 24
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Oceanside Transportation Center
Emeryville Station
Cheapest
Oceanside Bus Station
Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay
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Oceanside Bus Station
West Oakland BART
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Oceanside Transportation Center
Jack London Square
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Compare 2 ways to go from Oceanside to Oakland
We recommend taking the bus
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Oakland. The journey takes about 10 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $65, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Based on 5601 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 $90
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.
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.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Oceanside to Oakland by bus
What is the travel distance from Oceanside to Oakland?
Oceanside and Oakland are 421 miles (679 km) apart.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Oceanside to Oakland?
The majority of buses traveling from Oceanside to Oakland start their journey at Oceanside Bus Station and wind up at Emeryville Station. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
11/21
$87
11/22
$87
Today
$92
11/24
$101
11/25
$108
11/26
$85
11/27
$98
11/28
$108
The cheapest trip from Oceanside to Oakland was searched and found on Nov 26, 2025 with a price of $85
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Oceanside to Oakland, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $85 to $197 for a bus ticket from Oceanside to Oakland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $85 which is on 2025-11-26.
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.
The cheapest trip from Oceanside to Oakland was searched and found on Nov 26, 2025 with a price of $85
