Bus from Los Angeles, US to Oakland: Tickets & Schedules

Next departures

Next departures for Los Angeles to Oakland on November 30
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
UCLA
Emeryville StationCheapest
FlixBus
Los Angeles Union Station
West Oakland BARTFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Los Angeles Union Station
West Oakland BARTNo tags
Amtrak
UCLA
Jack London SquareNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood
West Oakland BARTNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Los Angeles 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 8 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $63, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

29bus per day
8h 40mAverage Duration
541 kmDistance
14kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$63 - $303Average Duration8h 40m
14kg CO₂e
Average Price$99 - $246Average Duration11h 40m
50kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Los Angeles, 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.

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

    The cheapest bus tickets from Los Angeles to Oakland start from $63. The average price for this route is around $91. 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 Los Angeles to Oakland?

    The average bus travel time from Los Angeles to Oakland is 8h 40m, covering a distance of 541 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 5m and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Los Angeles to Oakland route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 29 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, FlixBus, Greyhound.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Los Angeles to Oakland at 12:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.

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

    A bus trip from Los Angeles to Oakland generates an estimated 14 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Los Angeles 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.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Los Angeles to Oakland?

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

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Los Angeles 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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Los Angeles 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
11-25
$249
11-26
$130
Today
$110
11-28
$130
11-29
$131
11-30
$131
12-01
$108
12-02
$108
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to Oakland was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $108

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

You can expect to pay from $108 to $599 for a bus ticket from Los Angeles, US to Oakland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $108 which is on 2025-12-01.

Usually Greyhound will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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