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Oakland Museum of California
Major art museum focused on California history, art, and social impact, with strong collections and a lively modern campus.
Cheapest price on Aug 30
$69
Average ticket price on Aug 30
$123
Fastest journey on Aug 30
9 h 15 m
Average journey duration on Aug 30
11 h 38 m
Buses on Aug 30
8
Distance
601 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Santa Ana, CA to Oakland, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Santa Ana, CA to Oakland, CA will cost around $123 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $69.
On Sun, Aug 30, we found 8 buses from Santa Ana, CA to Oakland, CA, including 1 direct services.
On Sun, Aug 30 the direct buses cover the 601 km distance in an average of 11 h 38 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 15 m .
On Sun, Aug 30 the slowest buses will take 12 h 58 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.
761 Pacific Surfliner · 4761 AMTRAK
785 Pacific Surfliner · 4785 AMTRAK
769 Pacific Surfliner · 4769 AMTRAK
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761 Pacific Surfliner · 4761 AMTRAK
785 Pacific Surfliner · 4785 AMTRAK
769 Pacific Surfliner · 4769 AMTRAK
761 Pacific Surfliner · 4761 AMTRAK · 746 Capitol CorridorOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Santa Ana, CA to Oakland, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $131 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 7h 7m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $131, while a flight costs an average of $844.
Distance: 373 miles (601 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$131 Average price Cheapest | $232 Average price | $844 Average price | $84 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 48m Average total duration 10h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 48m Average total duration 12h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 7m Average total duration Fastest 5h 7m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Santa Ana, CA to Oakland, CA:
A bus is $101 (€82) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Santa Ana, CA to Oakland, CA costing on average $232 (€188).
A bus is $714 (€579) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Santa Ana, CA to Oakland, CA costing on average $844 (€684).
Other travel options to Oakland, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 10h 18m.
Train takes on average 12h 18m.
You'll arrive about -4h -59m sooner (10h 18m by bus vs 6h 19m by car) and save roughly $-46.72 (€-37.87) compared to fuel and tolls ($131 (€106) vs $84 (€68)). 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.
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 |
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Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 12:15AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 15h45 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $161 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 06:01AM | Arrival Time 06:33PM | Duration 12h32 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 09:35PM | Duration 13h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 10:04AM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 12h11 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 06:04PM | Arrival Time 06:15AM | Duration 12h11 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 09:55AM | Duration 14h25 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $138 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:25PM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $111 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $60 |
The table below shows live departures for Santa Ana, CA to Oakland, CA buses for today, Saturday, August 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:25 PM Santa Ana, E Santa Ana Blvd (Train Station) | 9h15 | 6:40 AM Oakland, West Oakland BART Station, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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761 Pacific Surfliner · 4761 AMTRAK | 6:01 AM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 11h34 | 5:35 PM Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA | 1 transfer | |
761 Pacific Surfliner · 4761 AMTRAK · 746 Capitol Corridor | 6:01 AM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 12h58 | 6:59 PM Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA | 2 transfers | |
· | 7:40 AM Santa Ana, E Santa Ana Blvd (Train Station) | 13h55 | 9:35 PM Oakland, West Oakland BART Station, CA | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Santa Ana, CA to Oakland, CA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 10h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $54 (€43) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 373 miles (601 km) distance in 9h 5m.
Distance 373 miles (601 km) |
Average bus duration 10h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $54 (€43) |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 9h 5m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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Discover the best of Oakland, CA — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Oakland, CA trip today.
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Waterfront promenade and marina district with bay views, sailing activity, and sunset walks near Oakland's western edge.
Large hillside park with redwoods, trails, and picnic areas, offering a peaceful escape and classic East Bay outdoor scenery.
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Oakland is moderate for US cities: lodging is often high, but dining and BART or buses are usually cheaper than in San Francisco.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants, 15-20% for taxis or rideshares, and $1-2 per drink or coffee is appreciated.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santa Ana, CA to Oakland, 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 Oakland, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Santa Ana, CA to Oakland, CA buses use the Santa Ana, E Santa Ana Blvd (Train Station) to Oakland, West Oakland BART Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Santa Ana, CA and Oakland, CA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Santa Ana, E Santa Ana Blvd (Train Station) is 1 km from Santa Ana city centre. Public transport options include:
Santa Ana, E Santa Ana Blvd (Train Station) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Santa Ana, E Santa Ana Blvd (Train Station). ATMs are available at Santa Ana, E Santa Ana Blvd (Train Station).
Ticket office support is available at Santa Ana, E Santa Ana Blvd (Train Station).
Available at Santa Ana, E Santa Ana Blvd (Train Station): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Santa Ana, E Santa Ana Blvd (Train Station): Bus access is available.
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.
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