Bus from Oakland to San Diego, CA, US: Tickets & Schedules
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Next departures for Oakland to San Diego on December 1
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Jack London Square
Santa Fe Depot
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Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay
Greyhound Bus Stop
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
West Oakland BART
Greyhound Bus Stop
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West Oakland BART
Greyhound Bus Stop
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Jack London Square
Santa Fe Depot
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Next departures for Oakland to San Diego on December 2
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Jack London Square
Santa Fe Depot
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Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay
Greyhound Bus Stop
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West Oakland BART
UCSD Health La Jolla Station
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
West Oakland BART
Greyhound Bus Stop
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West Oakland BART
Greyhound Bus Stop
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Next departures for Oakland to San Diego on December 3
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West Oakland BART
UCSD Health La Jolla Station
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Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay
Greyhound Bus Stop
Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
West Oakland BART
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
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West Oakland BART
Greyhound Bus Stop
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West Oakland BART
Downtown SD (Seaport)
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Next departures for Oakland to San Diego on December 4
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Jack London Square
Santa Fe Depot
Cheapest
Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay
Greyhound Bus Stop
Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
West Oakland BART
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
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West Oakland BART
UCSD Health La Jolla Station
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West Oakland BART
Greyhound Bus Stop
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Next departures for Oakland to San Diego on December 5
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Jack London Square
Santa Fe Depot
Cheapest
Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay
Greyhound Bus Stop
Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
West Oakland BART
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
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West Oakland BART
Greyhound Bus Stop
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Jack London Square
Santa Fe Depot
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Next departures for Oakland to San Diego on December 6
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Jack London Square
Santa Fe Depot
Cheapest
Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay
Greyhound Bus Stop
Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
West Oakland BART
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
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West Oakland BART
Greyhound Bus Stop
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Jack London Square
Santa Fe Depot
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Compare 2 ways to go from Oakland to San Diego
We recommend taking the bus
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 14 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $48, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Based on 5615 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 $72
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.
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 Oakland to San Diego, CA, US by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Oakland to San Diego?
The cheapest bus tickets from Oakland to San Diego start from $48. The average price for this route is around $80. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Oakland to San Diego?
The average bus trip duration from Oakland to San Diego is 14h 45m, covering a distance of 454 miles (732 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 11h 55m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Oakland to San Diego route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, FlixBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Oakland to San Diego?
The earliest bus departs from Oakland to San Diego at 7:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Oakland to San Diego?
A bus trip from Oakland to San Diego generates an estimated 18 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Oakland to San Diego?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Oakland to San Diego?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Oakland to San Diego?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Oakland to San Diego?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
11/27
$68
11/28
$68
Today
$68
11/30
$68
12/01
$68
12/02
$68
12/03
$57
12/04
$68
The cheapest trip from Oakland to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $57
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Oakland to San Diego, CA, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $57 to $225 for a bus ticket from Oakland to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $57 which is on 2025-12-03.
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.
What's the cheapest way to go from Oakland to San Diego, CA, US?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
The cheapest trip from Oakland to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $57
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
