Bus San Diego to Oakland: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from San Diego to Oakland

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

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$87

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$99

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Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Greyhound US	11h 35m	7:00 PM	San Diego	San Ysidro Transit Center	6:35 AM	Oakland	W Oakland BART Station		Economy	$87	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from San Ysidro Transit Center, San Diego (USA) at 12/25/2025 7:00:00 PM to W Oakland BART Station, Oakland (USA) arriving at 12/26/2025 6:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $87 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 35m
	Greyhound US	14h 30m	6:00 AM	San Diego	San Ysidro Transit Center	8:30 PM	Oakland	W Oakland BART Station		Economy	$89	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from San Ysidro Transit Center, San Diego (USA) at 12/25/2025 6:00:00 AM to W Oakland BART Station, Oakland (USA) arriving at 12/25/2025 8:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $89 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 30m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	13h 45m	6:45 AM	San Diego	Old Town Transit Center	8:30 PM	Oakland	W Oakland BART Station	Economy	$99	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) at 12/28/2025 6:45:00 AM to W Oakland BART Station, Oakland (USA) arriving at 12/28/2025 8:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $99 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 45m
FlixBus	14h 25m	3:55 PM	San Diego	Old Town Transit Center	6:20 AM	Oakland	W Oakland BART Station	Economy	$163	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) at 12/28/2025 3:55:00 PM to W Oakland BART Station, Oakland (USA) arriving at 12/29/2025 6:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $163 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 25m
FlixBus	16h 35m	1:45 PM	San Diego	Seaport Village	6:20 AM	Oakland	W Oakland BART Station	Economy	$166	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Seaport Village, San Diego (USA) at 12/28/2025 1:45:00 PM to W Oakland BART Station, Oakland (USA) arriving at 12/29/2025 6:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $166 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 35m
Greyhound US	11h 0m	7:35 PM	San Diego	Old Town Transit Center	6:35 AM	Oakland	W Oakland BART Station	Economy	$168	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) at 12/28/2025 7:35:00 PM to W Oakland BART Station, Oakland (USA) arriving at 12/29/2025 6:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $168 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 0m
Greyhound US	10h 35m	7:35 PM	San Diego	Old Town Transit Center	6:10 AM	Oakland	Greyhound Bus Station	Economy	$168	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) at 12/28/2025 7:35:00 PM to Greyhound Bus Station, Oakland (USA) arriving at 12/29/2025 6:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $168 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 35m

Did you know that if you travel from San Diego to Oakland via Santa Ana, CA, you can save more than $11? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Busbud
  
  13h 45m
  
  0
  
  6:45 AM
  
  San Diego
  Old Town Transit Center
  
  8:40 AM
  
  Santa Ana, CA
  Bus Stop
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $18
  
  A Bus from Busbud goes from Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) at 12/28/2025 6:45:00 AM to Bus Stop, Santa Ana, CA (USA) arriving at 12/28/2025 8:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 55m
- Busbud
  
  11h 45m
  
  0
  
  8:45 AM
  
  Santa Ana, CA
  Bus Stop
  
  8:30 PM
  
  Oakland
  W Oakland BART Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $69
  
  A Bus from Busbud goes from Bus Stop, Santa Ana, CA (USA) at 12/28/2025 8:45:00 AM to W Oakland BART Station, Oakland (USA) arriving at 12/28/2025 8:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $69 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 45m
Travel time is 3h 10m longer, but you will save $11

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from San Diego to Oakland is $71 on 1/3/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between San Diego and Oakland

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

Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 7 daily buses from San Diego to Oakland. Thursday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between San Diego and Oakland.

The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 4 buses from San Diego to Oakland, while Morning sees the fewest connections between San Diego and Oakland, with 2 offers.

Facts about the bus from San Diego to Oakland

Compare all providers like Greyhound US and FlixBus that travel 4 times every day by bus from San Diego to Oakland in one click! Book your bus ticket from San Diego to Oakland starting from $71!

Cheapest Bus	$71
Fastest Bus	10h 35m
Earliest Bus	6:00 AM
Latest Bus	7:35 PM
Daily Bus Routes	4 Ø
Distance	454.7 miles
Bus Companies	Greyhound US and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from San Diego to Oakland

Every day, 4 buses from 2 bus companies leave San Diego for Oakland: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/24/2025 and for the following days.

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Saturday

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Tuesday 12/23

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Thursday 12/25

$87

Friday 12/26

Saturday 12/27

$82

Sunday 12/28

$99

Monday 12/29

Tuesday 12/30

Wednesday 12/31

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Saturday 01/03

$71

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The cheapest time to travel from San Diego to Oakland

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

With a price starting from $87, Thursday is the cheapest day for a bus from San Diego to Oakland. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $99.

Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from San Diego to Oakland, with $87. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $163.

How to save money travelling from San Diego to Oakland

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 San Diego to Oakland 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 San Diego to Oakland, 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 San Diego to Oakland are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from San Diego to Oakland

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

Greyhound US from San Diego to Oakland

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

Cheapest Price	$87
Fastest Bus	10h 35m
Earliest Bus	6:00 AM
Last Bus	7:35 PM
Daily Connections	2 Ø
Found on	12/20/2025

All bus stations and stops in San Diego and Oakland

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

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

W Oakland BART Station

7th St 1451

Greyhound Bus Station

San Pablo Ave 2103

Jack London

Broadway

West Oakland

Fruitvale

Service and Comfort on the bus from San Diego to Oakland

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

FAQs about the San Diego to Oakland bus

How much does a San Diego Oakland bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $71 and takes 11h 35m to reach Oakland. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $71 and $181. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Oakland.

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

Every day, the San Diego to Oakland 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 San Diego to Oakland take?

The fastest bus from San Diego to Oakland is offered by Greyhound US and takes 10h 35m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $168. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

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

The earliest bus arriving in Oakland from San Diego starts at 6:00 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 San Diego to Oakland?

The latest bus trip departing from San Diego for Oakland starts at 7:35 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 San Diego Oakland route?

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

Is there a direct bus between San Diego and Oakland?

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

What can I take with me on the San Diego to Oakland 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 San Diego Oakland 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 San Diego Oakland 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 San Diego to Oakland on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from San Diego to Oakland?

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to San Diego and to Oakland

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