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Bus from Oakland to San Bernardino: Journey Information
There are 5 intercity buses per day from Oakland to San Bernardino. Traveling by bus from Oakland to San Bernardino usually takes around 11 hours and 53 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 10 hours and 45 minutes.
| Distance | 378 mi (608 km) |
| Shortest duration | 10h 45m |
| Cheapest price | €38.22 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 2 |
How much is a bus ticket from Oakland to San Bernardino?
Bus tickets for a trip from Oakland to San Bernardino cost €52.17 on average. Tickets cheaper than €52.17 are an excellent bargain. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Average bus ticket prices from Oakland to San Bernardino by travel date
Over the next four weeks, the average price of bus tickets from Oakland to San Bernardino is expected to be between €46 and €82. The cheapest day to travel in the next month is May 8, 2025, when tickets are available for May 8, 2025. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next week start at just €52.
Monthly avg. prices
Prices as travel date approaches
To save money on bus tickets, buy them as early as possible. Bus carriers usually charge higher ticket prices the closer you book to the date of travel. Book your ticket at least 25 days in advance to save up to €47.69.
What bus companies travel from Oakland to San Bernardino?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Oakland to San Bernardino that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Greyhound usually offers more choice, with 3 scheduled trips per day.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 2 | 11h 21m | €91.33 |
| Greyhound | 3 | 11h 56m | €64.08 |
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 2 trips per day from Oakland to San Bernardino, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus 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 Bernardino every day, with the average journey taking around 11 hours and 56 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to San Bernardino usually start from €38.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Oakland to San Bernardino
The bus takes an average of 11 hours and 53 minutes to cover the 378 miles from Oakland to San Bernardino. However, the fastest bus only takes 10 hours and 45 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Saturday is usually the day when buses are busiest, as many travelers take the bus to enjoy the weekend in San Bernardino. 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 bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 6:00am and the last bus leaves at 11:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Oakland to San Bernardino, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 5 scheduled buses that travel from Oakland to San Bernardino every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which bus you take, you will have to transfer buses at least once during your journey.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Oakland to San Bernardino; ticket prices start at €71.23.
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.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Oakland?
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Link to image attributionMain 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 bus stations in Oakland:
West Oakland Bart Station
Where does the bus arrive in San Bernardino?
Main arrival station: San Bernardino Bus Station
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in San Bernardino.
All bus stations in San Bernardino:
San Bernardino Bus Station
559 W Rialto Ave (b/w F St and E St)
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