How much is the bus ticket from Boston to Oakland?

The cheapest bus tickets from Boston to Oakland start from $223. The average price for this route is around $266. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Boston to Oakland?

The average bus travel time from Boston to Oakland is 3d 12h, covering a distance of 4321 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3d 5h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Boston to Oakland route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 21 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak , FlixBus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Boston to Oakland?

The earliest bus departs from Boston to Oakland at 1:30am. And the latest bus departs at 9:50pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Boston to Oakland?

A bus trip from Boston to Oakland generates an estimated 108 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Boston to Oakland?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Boston to Oakland?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Boston to Oakland?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Boston to Oakland?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus Boston to Oakland from $224 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Boston to Oakland on December 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:50pm	Boston (South Station)	3d 16h	11:45am	West Oakland BART	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:35pm	Boston (South Station)	3d 13h	6:10am	Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:35pm	Boston (South Station)	3d 14h	6:35am	West Oakland BART	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:27 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Boston to Oakland

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Oakland. The journey takes about 3 days, 12 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $223, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

21bus per day

3d 12hAverage Duration

4321 kmDistance

108kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$223 - $1,335	Average Duration3d 12h	CO₂ emissions 108kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$342 - $2,314	Average Duration3d 22h	CO₂ emissions 393kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Boston and Oakland?

Stops in Boston

A
Back Bay Station
145 Dartmouth St, Boston, MA 02116, USA
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B
North Station
100 Legends Way, Boston, MA 02114, USA
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C
Copley Square
115-127 St James Ave, Boston, MA 02116, USA
D
Prudential MBTA Station
220 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA 02115, USA
E
Copley MBTA Station
650 Boylston St, Boston, MA 02116, USA
F
Long Wharf
66 Long Wharf, Boston, MA 02110, USA

Stops in Oakland

A
Emeryville Station
5885 Horton St, Emeryville, CA 94608, USA
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B
West Oakland BART Station
1401-1421 7th St, Oakland, CA 94607, USA
C
Oakland Bus Station
2103 San Pablo Ave, Oakland, CA 94612
D
Greyhound Station
2103 San Pablo Ave, Oakland, CA 94612, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,413 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Amtrak

4/55,624 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,520 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Boston, MA, US to Oakland by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Boston to Oakland?
The cheapest bus tickets from Boston to Oakland start from $223. The average price for this route is around $266. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Boston to Oakland?
The average bus travel time from Boston to Oakland is 3d 12h, covering a distance of 4321 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3d 5h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Boston to Oakland route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 21 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Boston to Oakland?
The earliest bus departs from Boston to Oakland at 1:30am. And the latest bus departs at 9:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Boston to Oakland?
A bus trip from Boston to Oakland generates an estimated 108 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Boston to Oakland?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Boston to Oakland?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Boston to Oakland?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Boston to Oakland?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12-02

$834

12-03

$793

Today

$638

12-05

$252

12-06

$253

12-07

$224

12-08

$226

12-09

No data

The cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Oakland was searched and found on Dec 7, 2025 with a price of $224

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Boston, MA, US to Oakland, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $224 to $834 for a bus ticket from Boston, MA, US to Oakland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $224 which is on 2025-12-07.