Bus Tickets from Chicago to Oakland

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TodayJul 28
from US$334
TomorrowJul 29
from US$273
WedJul 30
from US$253
ThuJul 31
from US$276
FriAug 1
from US$231
SatAug 2
from US$231
SunAug 3
from US$209
MonAug 4
from US$198

Cheap buses leaving tomorrow

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: July 29 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
    Arrival time: August 1 at
    Destination city: Oakland
    Destination location: UC Berkeley (Crescent Lawn)
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: July 29 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
    Arrival time: July 31 at
    Destination city: Oakland
    Destination location: West Oakland BART
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 29 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Arrival time: July 31 at
    Destination city: Oakland
    Destination location: West Oakland BART
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 29 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
    Arrival time: August 1 at
    Destination city: Oakland
    Destination location: West Oakland BART
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 29 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Arrival time: July 31 at
    Destination city: Oakland
    Destination location: West Oakland BART
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Oakland

Bus
Average PriceUS$131 - US$588Average Duration2d 13h
74kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$150 - US$2,004Average Duration2d 11h
270kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Chicago to Oakland

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Oakland. The journey takes about 2 days, 13 hours, and with fares starting at just US$131, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

22bus per day
2d 13hAverage Duration
US$131Cheapest ticket
74kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Chicago to Oakland: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$239
Average Bus Trip Duration2d 13h
Number of daily buses22
Earliest bus departure12:15am
Distance2970 km
Latest bus departure11:50pm

Chicago to Oakland Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Chicago - Oakland

  1. What is the travel distance from Chicago to Oakland?

    Chicago and Oakland are 2974 km (1844 miles) apart.

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Chicago to Oakland?

    Buses departing from Downtown Greyhound Station in Chicago will take you to Emeryville Station in Oakland.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
07-26
US$484
07-27
US$369
Today
US$363
07-29
US$314
07-30
US$345
07-31
US$301
08-01
US$223
08-02
US$237
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Oakland was searched and found on Aug 1, 2025 with a price of US$223

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

You can expect to pay from US$223 to US$573 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Oakland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$223 which is on 2025-08-01.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Chicago to Oakland.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

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Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Chicago to Oakland.

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Did you know?

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to Oakland?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Chicago by bus?

Bus from Chicago to Oakland

You can also go to Oakland by train

Train from Chicago to Oakland

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