Find coaches from San Francisco, US to Oakland

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Next departures from San Francisco to Oakland on 13 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus
409 Townsend St, SF
West Oakland BARTCheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
San Francisco Bus Station
West Oakland BARTNo tags
Amtrak
Mission St & Fremont St
Jack London SquareNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
San Francisco Bus Station
West Oakland BARTNo tags
Amtrak
Mission St & Fremont St
Jack London SquareNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
San Francisco Bus Station
West Oakland BARTNo tags
Amtrak
Mission St & Fremont St
Jack London SquareNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
San Francisco Bus Station
West Oakland BARTNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 3:06 PM PST.

Get from San Francisco to Oakland

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 178, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day
20mAverage duration
16 kmDistance
0kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Francisco, US to Oakland by bus

  1. How much does a bus ticket from San Francisco to Oakland cost?

    The bus ticket price from San Francisco to Oakland starts at R 178. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from San Francisco to Oakland is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the bus ride from San Francisco to Oakland?

    The average travel time between San Francisco and Oakland is around 20m, although the fastest bus will take about 15m. This is the time it takes to travel the 14 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily bus connections are there between San Francisco and Oakland?

    The number of buses from San Francisco to Oakland can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 7 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from San Francisco to Oakland by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which bus companies travel from San Francisco to Oakland?

    When taking the bus from San Francisco to Oakland, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak, Greyhound, FlixBus.

  5. What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from San Francisco to Oakland?

    Buses travelling between San Francisco and Oakland leave from Hyde/Beach (Fisherman's Wharf) or Powell Station and arrive at West Oakland BART Station, Emeryville Station, Oakland Bus Station.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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R 97
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R 97
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R 97
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Francisco, US to Oakland was searched and found on 11 Nov 2025 with a price of R 97

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from San Francisco, US to Oakland as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 97 to R 1 297 for a bus ticket from San Francisco, US to Oakland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 97, which is on 2025-11-13.

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