The cheapest and fastest buses from Oakland, CA to Santa Clara, CA
Cheapest price
$15
Average price
$15
Fastest journey
1 h 10 m
Average duration
1 h 10 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
57 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Oakland, CA to Santa Clara, 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 Santa Clara, CA will cost around $15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $15.
Of the 1 buses that leave Oakland, CA for Santa Clara, CA on Sat, Apr 04, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Apr 04 the direct buses cover the 57 km distance in an average of 1 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
On Sat, Apr 04 the slowest buses will take 1 h 10 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.
6:00 PM1h10Oakland, CA7:10 PMSanta Clara, CA$151One-way0 transfers
6:00 PM1h10Oakland, CA7:10 PMSanta Clara, CA$151One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Oakland, CA to Santa Clara, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oakland, CA to Santa Clara, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $9, and a train costs an average of $17.
Distance: 35 miles (57 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
$12 Average price Cheapest | $18 Average price |
1h 40m Average total duration 1h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Oakland, CA to Santa Clara, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:20PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $9 |
Live departures
Oakland, CA to Santa Clara, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Oakland, CA to Santa Clara, CA buses for tomorrow, Friday, April 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:20 AM Oakland, West Oakland BART Station, CA | 1h10 | 7:30 AM San José, Cahill Street (Diridon Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:50 AM Hayward BART Station | 0h40 | 7:30 AM San José, Cahill Street (Diridon Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Oakland, CA to Santa Clara, CA by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Oakland, CA to Santa Clara, CA
Buses from Oakland, CA to Santa Clara, CA run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:20, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 35 miles (57 km) distance in 1h 10m.
Distance 35 miles (57 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 1h 10m |
First bus 5:20 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
FAQs: Bus from Oakland, CA to Santa Clara, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oakland, CA to Santa Clara, 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 Santa Clara, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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