- Must visit
California Academy of Sciences
Renowned science museum with rainforest dome, aquarium, and planetarium. Interactive exhibits make it a standout for all ages.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€4
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€5
Fastest journey on Sep 19
20 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
25 m
Buses on Sep 19
4
Distance
13 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Oakland, CA to San Francisco, 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 San Francisco, CA will cost around €5 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €4.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 4 buses from Oakland, CA to San Francisco, CA, including 4 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct buses cover the 13 km distance in an average of 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 20 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest buses will take 30 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.








Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Oakland, CA to San Francisco, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €5 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 40m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €5, while a bus costs an average of €6.
Distance: 8 miles (13 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€6 Average price | €5 Average price Cheapest | €8 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
55m Average total duration 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 40m Average total duration Fastest 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Oakland, CA to San Francisco, CA:
A train is €2 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Oakland, CA to San Francisco, CA costing on average €6.
Other travel options to San Francisco, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 25m.
You'll arrive about 3m sooner (25m by bus vs 28m by car) and save roughly €2 compared to fuel and tolls (€6 vs €8). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Greyhound, FlixBus.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:35AM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 0h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:35AM | Arrival Time 01:05AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:35AM | Arrival Time 02:05AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:45AM | Arrival Time 06:05AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 06:55AM | Duration 0h25 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 0h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:05PM | Arrival Time 12:35PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:55PM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:35PM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 0h25 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 11:05PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price €4 |
The table below shows live departures for Oakland, CA to San Francisco, CA buses for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:05 PM Oakland, West Oakland BART Station, CA | 0h30 | 12:35 PM San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29 | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:55 PM Oakland, West Oakland BART Station, CA | 0h20 | 5:15 PM San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29 | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:20 PM Oakland, West Oakland BART Station, CA | 0h30 | 8:50 PM San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29 | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:20 PM Oakland, West Oakland BART Station, CA | 0h25 | 8:45 PM San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, September 19 | |||||
![]() | 6:50 AM Oakland, West Oakland BART Station, CA | 0h20 | 7:10 AM San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29 | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Oakland, CA to San Francisco, CA run on average 5 times per day, taking around 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €4 but you can travel from only €4 by train.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:00, the last at 23:00. The fastest bus covers the 8 miles (13 km) distance in 20m.
Distance 8 miles (13 km) |
Average bus duration 25m |
Cheapest ticket price €4 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 20m |
First bus 6:00 AM |
Last bus 11:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 56 days |
Discover the best of San Francisco, CA — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect San Francisco, CA trip today.
Renowned science museum with rainforest dome, aquarium, and planetarium. Interactive exhibits make it a standout for all ages.
Major fine arts museum in Golden Gate Park with American art, textiles, and a panoramic tower. A classic cultural highlight.
Leading modern and contemporary art museum with landmark architecture and strong global collections. Essential for art-focused visitors.
Large urban park with gardens, lakes, museums, and trails. It is a must for relaxing, walking, and seeing several major attractions.
Steeply curving block lined with flowers and grand homes. This famous street offers classic photos and a quintessential San Francisco scene.
Popular waterfront promenade with bay views, piers, and ferries. Great for walking, people-watching, and connecting to nearby sights.
A crusty loaf with a tangy flavor shaped by the city’s historic wild yeast culture. It is one of San Francisco’s most iconic foods.
Fresh local Dungeness crab, often cracked and served simply or in cioppino. It is a Bay Area seasonal specialty tied to the fishing waterfront.
A tomato-based seafood stew created by Italian American fishermen in North Beach. It is a classic San Francisco dish built from the day’s catch.
Celebrated fine dining destination known for inventive tasting menus and polished service in an elegant, intimate setting.
Historic North Beach seafood house famous for cioppino, crab, and old-school San Francisco waterfront charm.
Legendary Mission taqueria known for large Mission-style burritos and a lively, no-frills local atmosphere.
Very high hotel, dining, and transport costs make San Francisco pricier than most US cities and many major tourist destinations.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants, 15-20% for taxis, and round up or tip $1 at cafes for good service.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oakland, CA to San Francisco, 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 San Francisco, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Oakland, CA to San Francisco, CA buses use the Oakland, West Oakland BART Station to San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29 station pair, with some services arriving at San Francisco, Townsend Street / 5th Street. Use this guide to compare Oakland, CA and San Francisco, 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.
San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29 is 2 km from San Francisco city centre. Public transport options include:
San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29. ATMs are available at San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29.
Ticket office support is available at San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29.
Available at San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29: Wheelchair accessible areas present.
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