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- This trip is recommended because it is the: CheapestDeparture time: 24 June atDeparture city: OaklandDeparture location: Jack London SquareArrival time: 24 June atDestination city: San DiegoDestination location: Santa Fe DepotOperated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: BusDuration: - This trip is recommended because it is the: FastestDeparture time: 24 June atDeparture city: OaklandDeparture location: West Oakland BARTArrival time: 25 June atDestination city: San DiegoDestination location: UCSD Health La Jolla StationOperated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: - Departure time: 24 June atDeparture city: OaklandDeparture location: West Oakland BARTArrival time: 25 June atDestination city: San DiegoDestination location: San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)Operated by: FlixBusVehicle: BusDuration:
- Departure time: 24 June atDeparture city: OaklandDeparture location: West Oakland BARTArrival time: 25 June atDestination city: San DiegoDestination location: Greyhound Bus StopOperated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Busbud recommends taking the bus from Oakland to San DiegoAmong the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 13 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just US$50, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Oakland to San Diego Bus
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Oakland - San Diego, CA, US
How far is San Diego from Oakland by coach?
The journey from Oakland to San Diego by coach covers an approximate distance of 455 miles (733 km).
Is there a way to reach San Diego from Oakland without flying?
To travel from Oakland to San Diego without flying, you can take the coaches. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Oakland to San Diego was searched and found on 25 Jun 2025 with a price of US$64To 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 as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$64 to US$117 for a bus ticket from Oakland to San Diego based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$64, which is on 2025-06-25.
Usually Amtrak, FlixBus Inc. 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.
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Bus Travel Tips
Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Oakland and San Diego!
Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Oakland to San Diego, get comfy and count the stars.
Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Oakland to San Diego will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.
Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Oakland to San Diego while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.
Did you know?
The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.
Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.
It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.
What's the cheapest way to go from Oakland to San Diego?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationTop travelled bus routes
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