Next departures for San Jose to Oakland on November 22
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Diridon Station
West Oakland BART
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Diridon Station
Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay
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Diridon Station
Jack London Square
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Jack London Square
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Diridon Station
Emeryville Station
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Next departures for San Jose to Oakland on November 23
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Diridon Station
West Oakland BART
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West Oakland BART
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Jack London Square
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Jack London Square
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Next departures for San Jose to Oakland on November 24
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Diridon Station
West Oakland BART
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West Oakland BART
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Jack London Square
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Jack London Square
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Next departures for San Jose to Oakland on November 25
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Diridon Station
West Oakland BART
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West Oakland BART
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Jack London Square
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Jack London Square
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Next departures for San Jose to Oakland on November 26
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Diridon Station
West Oakland BART
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West Oakland BART
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West Oakland BART
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Jack London Square
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Compare 2 ways to go from San Jose 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 1 hour 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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.
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 $11
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 San Jose, US to Oakland by bus
What is the distance between San Jose and Oakland?
San Jose and Oakland are 39 miles (62 km) apart.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from San Jose to Oakland?
If you're headed to Oakland from San Jose, chances are that your bus will depart from Diridon Station and arrive at Emeryville Station. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for 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
11/19
$8
11/20
$8
Today
$9
11/22
$9
11/23
$9
11/24
$8
11/25
$8
11/26
$8
The cheapest trip from San Jose, US to Oakland was searched and found on Nov 25, 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 San Jose, US to Oakland, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $8 to $43 for a bus ticket from San Jose, US to Oakland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $8 which is on 2025-11-25.
Usually Amtrak 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 San Jose, US to Oakland?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination