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Oakland - San Jose Coach Timetable

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Journey Information

There are 6 intercity coaches per day from Oakland to San Jose. Traveling by coach from Oakland to San Jose usually takes around one hour and 18 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound coach can make the trip in just one hour and 10 minutes.

Distance38 mi (62 km)
Shortest duration1h 10m
Cheapest priceCA$16.96
Trips per day6
Most frequent serviceFlixBus US
Coach lines2

How much is a coach ticket from Oakland to San Jose?

CA$16.96 is the average price of a bus ticket from Oakland to San Jose. This is currently one of the best deals in bus travel. It’s easy to find a bus ticket at this price or lower when you use Wanderu to book your trip online in advance of your travel date.

Average prices by travel date

CA$20CA$14CA$7MarApr

Bus tickets from Oakland to San Jose are expected to cost between CA$16 and CA$18 over the next four weeks. If you're planning a trip to San Jose within the next week, you can find the cheapest bus tickets starting from CA$16. Don't wait too long to book your ticket, as prices tend to rise as the travel date approaches.

Monthly average prices

CA$34CA$27CA$20CA$14CA$7AMJJASONDJFM
If you're planning on taking a bus from Oakland to San Jose, you'll be happy to know that the cost stays pretty stable throughout the year. You can expect to pay around CA$19 for your ticket regardless of when you plan to travel.

Prices as travel date approaches

CA$34CA$27CA$20CA$14CA$73020100

Most coach companies charge higher ticket prices the closer you book to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your coach tickets as early as possible. The best way to find cheap coach tickets is to book at least 27 days in advance. By doing so, you can expect to save CA$0.60 on your coach ticket compared to booking at the last minute.

What coach companies travel from Oakland to San Jose?

There are two bus lines that have daily service from Oakland to San Jose that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, FlixBus US usually offers more choice, with 5 scheduled trips per day.

CoachDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
FlixBus US51h 30mCA$17.79
Greyhound31h 12mCA$17.14
  • FlixBus US is the American branch of German bus company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern bus travel. The company offers cheap bus tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US buses include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 5 trips per day from Oakland to San Jose, and the average ticket for this route costs only .

  • Greyhound is the largest nationwide coach carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 3 bus trips from Oakland to San Jose every day, with the average journey taking around 1 hours and 12 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to San Jose usually start from CA$17.

Frequently Asked Questions

The coach takes an average of one hour and 18 minutes to cover the 38 miles from Oakland to San Jose. However, the fastest coach only takes an hour and 10 minutes. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short coach trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

"Travelers prefer riding the coach on Saturday to enjoy the weekend in San Jose. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.

On the other hand, Thursday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go."

The first coach leaves at 06:00 and the last coach leaves at 23:00. To see the times for all coaches from Oakland to San Jose, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 6 scheduled coaches that travel from Oakland to San Jose every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct coaches which you can take the entire route from Oakland to San Jose without transferring.

Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Oakland to San Jose; ticket prices start at CA$21.73.

City Information

Oakland

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Oakland, CA is a port city that is beginning to step out of the shadow of San Francisco, its neighbor to the west. Every visitor should start their Oakland trip in the downtown area and Old Oakland, the city's historic quarter full of quaint old buildings. While here, don't forget to take a short detour to Oakland's famous Chinatown as well. The African American Museum and Library at Oakland tells the history of Black communities in the area and is definitely worth a stop. For those who would prefer to stay close to nature, Dr. Aurelia Reinhardt Redwood Regional Park's abundance of redwood groves will offer amazing views.

Oakland's food scene is vibrant and diverse, with a wide range of offerings for all budgets. Enssaro is a popular local name with mid-range dishes that will whet your appetite. For an excellent haute-cuisine dinner, head towards The Wolf.

It's easy to get around the Bay Area on local public transit (called the BART, for Bay Area Rapid Transit). Getting to Oakland from further afield is also a breeze thanks to many intercity bus routes in the area and Amtrak's Capitol Corridor train, which stops in Oakland. Flights arrive at the Oakland International Airport, but several additional airport options in the larger Bay Area are also available.

San Jose

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San Jose is located in the heart of the world-famous Silicon Valley in California’s Bay Area. It is the largest city in Northern California and, as such, it is the area’s cultural, political and financial center.

While you’re in San Jose, make sure to check out the city’s various museums. Since you’re in the world’s foremost technology hub, the Tech Museum of Innovation is a must-visit. And since you’re on the West Coast, you should stop by the San Jose Museum of Art that features the largest permanent collection of works from West Coast artists.

Thanks to its mild California climate, San Jose is one of the best cities in the U.S. for outdoor activities, and due to its largely younger-leaning population, it offers quite the vibrant nightlife. In fact, San Jose is among the biggest party hubs in America.

San Jose is served by various bus carriers and has several Amtrak stops within its vicinity. In addition, the city’s airport is located right near the downtown area, which makes travel to and from San Jose a breeze.

Station Information

Where does the coach leave from in Oakland?

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Main departure station: West Oakland Bart Station

The Greyhound bus station, located at 2103 San Pablo Ave, was built in 1926 and is still open and operating today. The station has dramatic doorways and a magnificently ornate domed ceiling design. A security guard is on duty at all times to guarantee passenger safety. When passengers arrive, baggage goes through a security check, and you are only allowed in the station if you have a ticket, so say your goodbyes before you come. It serves as a primary stop for Alameda County's National bus system. The station is open from 5 am until 1:30 am every day and offers regular bus trips operated by Greyhound to locations around the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

All coach stations in Oakland:

  • West Oakland Bart Station

  • W Oakland BART Station

Where does the coach arrive in San Jose?

Main arrival station: Downtown San Jose - 129 W San Carlos St

These are the two stations where coaches may stop when they arrive in San Jose.

Coach stations in San Jose:

  • Downtown San Jose - 129 W San Carlos St

  • Diridon Station

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