Bus Oakland to San Diego - Compare all Companies

Compare all timetables for the bus from Oakland to San Diego

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Oakland to San Diego from various bus operators like FlixBus or Greyhound US for the next days.

today

tomorrow

$98

Saturday

Sunday

Monday

$60

Tuesday

Wednesday

$56

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Greyhound US	17h 25m	7:00 AM	Oakland	W Oakland BART Station	12:25 AM	San Diego	San Ysidro Transit Center		Economy	$98	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from W Oakland BART Station, Oakland (USA) at 12/5/2025 7:00:00 AM to San Ysidro Transit Center, San Diego (USA) arriving at 12/6/2025 12:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $98 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 25m
	Greyhound US	13h 0m	11:20 PM	Oakland	W Oakland BART Station	12:20 PM	San Diego	San Ysidro Transit Center		Economy	$124	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from W Oakland BART Station, Oakland (USA) at 12/5/2025 11:20:00 PM to San Ysidro Transit Center, San Diego (USA) arriving at 12/6/2025 12:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $124 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 0m

Did you know that if you travel from Oakland to San Diego via San Jose, CA, you can save more than $36? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  14h 50m
  
  0
  
  11:20 PM
  
  Oakland
  W Oakland BART Station
  
  12:30 AM
  
  San Jose, CA
  Bus Stop
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $10
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from W Oakland BART Station, Oakland (USA) at 12/6/2025 11:20:00 PM to Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 12/7/2025 12:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $10 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 10m
- Busbud
  
  13h 30m
  
  0
  
  12:40 AM
  
  San Jose, CA
  Bus Stop
  
  2:10 PM
  
  San Diego
  Old Town Transit Center
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $51
  
  A Bus from Busbud goes from Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) at 12/7/2025 12:40:00 AM to Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) arriving at 12/7/2025 2:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $51 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 30m
Travel time is 1h 50m longer, but you will save $36

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	14h 35m	7:40 AM	Oakland	W Oakland BART Station	10:15 PM	San Diego	Seaport Village	Economy	$60	A Bus from FlixBus goes from W Oakland BART Station, Oakland (USA) at 12/8/2025 7:40:00 AM to Seaport Village, San Diego (USA) arriving at 12/8/2025 10:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $60 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 35m
FlixBus	14h 5m	7:40 AM	Oakland	W Oakland BART Station	9:45 PM	San Diego	La Jolla Village	Economy	$60	A Bus from FlixBus goes from W Oakland BART Station, Oakland (USA) at 12/8/2025 7:40:00 AM to La Jolla Village, San Diego (USA) arriving at 12/8/2025 9:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $60 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 5m
FlixBus	16h 10m	7:40 AM	Oakland	W Oakland BART Station	11:50 PM	San Diego	Old Town Transit Center	Economy	$61	A Bus from FlixBus goes from W Oakland BART Station, Oakland (USA) at 12/8/2025 7:40:00 AM to Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) arriving at 12/8/2025 11:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $61 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 10m
Greyhound US	13h 0m	11:20 PM	Oakland	W Oakland BART Station	12:20 PM	San Diego	San Ysidro Transit Center	Economy	$71	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from W Oakland BART Station, Oakland (USA) at 12/8/2025 11:20:00 PM to San Ysidro Transit Center, San Diego (USA) arriving at 12/9/2025 12:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $71 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 0m
Greyhound US	12h 25m	11:20 PM	Oakland	W Oakland BART Station	11:45 AM	San Diego	Old Town Transit Center	Economy	$80	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from W Oakland BART Station, Oakland (USA) at 12/8/2025 11:20:00 PM to Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) arriving at 12/9/2025 11:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $80 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 25m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	21h 35m	4:35 PM	Oakland	W Oakland BART Station	2:10 PM	San Diego	Old Town Transit Center	Economy	$56	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from W Oakland BART Station, Oakland (USA) at 12/10/2025 4:35:00 PM to Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) arriving at 12/11/2025 2:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $56 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 35m
Greyhound US	21h 5m	4:35 PM	Oakland	W Oakland BART Station	1:40 PM	San Diego	La Jolla Village	Economy	$56	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from W Oakland BART Station, Oakland (USA) at 12/10/2025 4:35:00 PM to La Jolla Village, San Diego (USA) arriving at 12/11/2025 1:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $56 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 5m
FlixBus	14h 35m	7:40 AM	Oakland	W Oakland BART Station	10:15 PM	San Diego	Seaport Village	Economy	$68	A Bus from FlixBus goes from W Oakland BART Station, Oakland (USA) at 12/10/2025 7:40:00 AM to Seaport Village, San Diego (USA) arriving at 12/10/2025 10:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $68 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 35m
FlixBus	16h 10m	7:40 AM	Oakland	W Oakland BART Station	11:50 PM	San Diego	Old Town Transit Center	Economy	$68	A Bus from FlixBus goes from W Oakland BART Station, Oakland (USA) at 12/10/2025 7:40:00 AM to Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) arriving at 12/10/2025 11:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $68 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 10m
FlixBus	14h 5m	7:40 AM	Oakland	W Oakland BART Station	9:45 PM	San Diego	La Jolla Village	Economy	$69	A Bus from FlixBus goes from W Oakland BART Station, Oakland (USA) at 12/10/2025 7:40:00 AM to La Jolla Village, San Diego (USA) arriving at 12/10/2025 9:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $69 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 5m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Oakland to San Diego is $56 on 12/10/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Oakland and San Diego

See here how frequent the connections between Oakland and San Diego are, during different times and days of the week.

Monday is the busiest day, with more than 6 daily buses from Oakland to San Diego. Friday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between Oakland and San Diego.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 8 buses from Oakland to San Diego, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Oakland and San Diego, with 2 offers.

Facts about the bus from Oakland to San Diego

Compare all providers like FlixBus and Greyhound US that travel 4 times every day by bus from Oakland to San Diego in one click! Book your bus ticket from Oakland to San Diego starting from $56!

Cheapest Bus	$56
Fastest Bus	12h 25m
Earliest Bus	7:00 AM
Latest Bus	11:20 PM
Daily Bus Routes	4 Ø
Distance	454.7 miles
Bus Companies	FlixBus and Greyhound US

Cheapest bus connections from Oakland to San Diego

Every day, 4 buses from 2 bus companies leave Oakland for San Diego: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/04/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 11/30

Monday 12/01

Tuesday 12/02

Wednesday 12/03

Thursday 12/04

Friday 12/05

$98

Saturday 12/06

Sunday 12/07

Monday 12/08

$60

Tuesday 12/09

Wednesday 12/10

$56

Thursday 12/11

$110

Friday 12/12

Saturday 12/13

Sunday 12/14

$71

Monday 12/15

Tuesday 12/16

Wednesday 12/17

Thursday 12/18

Friday 12/19

$68

Saturday 12/20

$85

Sunday 12/21

$73

Monday 12/22

$65

Tuesday 12/23

Wednesday 12/24

Thursday 12/25

Friday 12/26

$82

Saturday 12/27

The cheapest time to travel from Oakland to San Diego

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Oakland to San Diego, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $56, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Oakland to San Diego. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $68.

Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Oakland to San Diego, with $56. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $71.

How to save money travelling from Oakland to San Diego

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Oakland to San Diego in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Oakland to San Diego, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Oakland to San Diego are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Oakland to San Diego

These are the most booked bus companies between Oakland to San Diego from our users.

Greyhound US from Oakland to San Diego

Here you will find the key facts about the Greyhound US bus route Oakland to San Diego:

Cheapest Price	$56
Fastest Bus	12h 25m
Earliest Bus	7:00 AM
Last Bus	11:20 PM
Daily Connections	2 Ø
Found on	12/1/2025

All bus stations and stops in Oakland and San Diego

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Oakland and San Diego.

W Oakland BART Station

7th St 1451

Greyhound Bus Station

San Pablo Ave 2103

Jack London

Broadway

Fruitvale

Getty Museum

Old Town Transit Center

Congress Street 2727

San Ysidro Transit Center

E San Ysidro Blvd 723

Santa Fe Depot

Kettner Blvd 1050

Seaport Village

W Harbor Dr 789

La Jolla Village

Hyatt Regency

Service and Comfort on the bus from Oakland to San Diego

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Oakland to San Diego? Or which bus companies serve the route Oakland to San Diego? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Oakland to San Diego bus

How much does a Oakland San Diego bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $56 and takes 21h 35m to reach San Diego. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Oakland to San Diego?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $56 and $124. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to San Diego.

On average, how many connections are available from Oakland to San Diego each day?

Every day, the Oakland to San Diego bus route is served by approximately 4 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Oakland to San Diego take?

The fastest bus from Oakland to San Diego is offered by Greyhound US and takes 12h 25m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $80. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Oakland to San Diego?

The earliest bus arriving in San Diego from Oakland starts at 7:00 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Oakland to San Diego?

The latest bus trip departing from Oakland for San Diego starts at 11:20 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Oakland San Diego route?

When traveling by bus from Oakland to San Diego, passengers can travel with FlixBus and Greyhound US. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Oakland and San Diego?

You can check all the direct connections between Oakland and San Diego by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: FlixBus and Greyhound US.

What can I take with me on the Oakland to San Diego bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Oakland San Diego bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Oakland San Diego bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Oakland to San Diego on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Oakland to San Diego

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Oakland and to San Diego

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Oakland and to San Diego. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!