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Fullerton Museum Center
Local history museum in a landmark home with exhibits on Fullerton families, industry, and early city development.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Oakland, CA to Fullerton, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oakland, CA to Fullerton, CA will cost around $66 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $66.
On Mon, Nov 02, we found 1 buses from Oakland, CA to Fullerton, CA, including 1 direct services.
On Mon, Nov 02 the direct buses cover the 587 km distance in an average of 13 h 29 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 13 h 29 m .
On Mon, Nov 02 the slowest buses will take 13 h 29 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

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Buses from Oakland, CA to Fullerton, CA run on average 6 times per day, taking around 11h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $81 if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 364 miles (587 km) distance in 10h 0m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Oakland, CA to Fullerton, CA.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 11:25AM | Arrival Time 11:39PM | Duration 12h14 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 03:39AM | Duration 13h29 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 04:39AM | Duration 13h29 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $65 |
Buses from Oakland, CA to Fullerton, CA with Greyhound and FlixBus. Overnight buses available on this route with Greyhound and FlixBus. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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Local history museum in a landmark home with exhibits on Fullerton families, industry, and early city development.
Historic 1904 Victorian house museum offering guided tours, period rooms, and insight into Fullerton's early residential life.
Arts center in a former mansion campus with gallery shows, sculpture, and cultural programming in a landscaped historic setting.
Large botanical garden and walking area with themed plant collections, open lawns, and seasonal color on a university-adjacent site.
Lively historic core with walkable streets, vintage storefronts, nightlife, and public spaces that showcase the city's character.
Signature downtown green space with mature trees, walking paths, community events, and easy access to nearby historic blocks.
Classic orange-flavored milk tea with chewy tapioca pearls, tied to nearby Orange County’s influential Taiwanese boba scene popular with Fullerton locals.
Korean-marinated short ribs grilled at the table, reflecting the strong Korean food culture across North Orange County near Fullerton.
Mexican street tacos on corn tortillas, commonly filled with carne asada, al pastor, or carnitas and central to everyday eating in the area.
Warm Italian restaurant serving pasta, veal, seafood, and hearty red-sauce classics suited to a relaxed dinner out.
Modern Japanese hot pot venue known for individual shabu-shabu sets, quality meats, and a polished casual atmosphere.
Historic casual eatery famous for burgers and homestyle comfort food, popular with locals for a classic Fullerton experience.
Moderate for Southern California. Hotels can be pricey, but dining and local transit are manageable compared with nearby major tourist hubs like Los Angeles beach areas or Anaheim resorts.
Tip 15-20% in restaurants, 18-20% for great service. Taxis usually 10-15%. Cafes often have tip jars or card prompts; $1-2 is common for drinks.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oakland, CA to Fullerton, CA by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Fullerton, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Oakland, CA to Fullerton, CA buses use the Oakland, West Oakland BART Station to station pair. Use this guide to compare Oakland, CA and Fullerton, CA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Oakland, West Oakland BART Station is 2 km from Oakland city centre. Public transport options include:
Oakland, West Oakland BART Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Oakland, West Oakland BART Station. ATMs are available at Oakland, West Oakland BART Station.
Ticket office support is available at Oakland, West Oakland BART Station.
Available at Oakland, West Oakland BART Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Oakland, West Oakland BART Station: Station is fully accessible with elevators.