Bus from Denver to Oakland: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Denver to Oakland on December 5
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
DENVER
West Oakland BARTCheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
DENVER
Oakland/Berkeley/East BayNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:56 PM MST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Denver 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 1 day, 12 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $159, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day
1d 12hAverage Duration
1513 kmDistance
38kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$159 - $657Average Duration1d 12h
38kg CO₂e
Average Price$153 - $1,809Average Duration1d 13h
137kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Denver 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.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Denver to Oakland?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Denver to Oakland start from $159. The average price for this route is around $238. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Denver to Oakland?

    The average bus travel time from Denver to Oakland is 1d 12h, covering a distance of 1513 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 3h and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Denver to Oakland route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Denver to Oakland?

    The earliest bus departs from Denver to Oakland at 9:45am. And the latest bus departs at 8:10pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Denver to Oakland?

    A bus trip from Denver to Oakland generates an estimated 38 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
12-01
$469
12-02
$425
Today
$412
12-04
$241
12-05
$259
12-06
$285
12-07
$245
12-08
$234
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Denver to Oakland was searched and found on Dec 8, 2025 with a price of $234

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

You can expect to pay from $234 to $704 for a bus ticket from Denver to Oakland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $234 which is on 2025-12-08.

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

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