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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | West Oakland BART | NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave) | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | West Oakland BART | New York Port Authority | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | West Oakland BART | New York Port Authority | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | West Oakland BART | NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave) | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | West Oakland BART | NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave) | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Oakland to New York City
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach New York City. The journey takes about 3 days, 10 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $160, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Oakland and New York City?
Stops in Oakland
- A5885 Horton St, Emeryville, CA 94608, USA
- 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
Stops in New York City
- A
Chinatown
122 Allen St, New York, NY 10002-3004 - B40-42, 625 8th Ave, New York, NY 10018, USA
- C4211 Broadway, New York, NY 10033, USA
- D
11th Ave (between W35th and W36th Street)
428-436 11th Ave, Stop across from Javits Convention Center, New York, NY 10018, USA - E127 E Broadway, New York, NY 10002, USA
- F
34th St & 9th Ave
367 W 34th St, New York, NY 10001, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Oakland to New York City 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 Oakland to New York City?
The cheapest bus tickets from Oakland to New York City start from $160. The average price for this route is around $456. 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 Oakland to New York City?
The average bus travel time from Oakland to New York City is 3d 10h, covering a distance of 4118 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 23h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Oakland to New York City route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Oakland to New York City?
The earliest bus departs from Oakland to New York City at 7:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Oakland to New York City?
A bus trip from Oakland to New York City generates an estimated 103 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 Oakland to New York City?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87412 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Oakland to New York City?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Oakland to New York City?
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 Oakland to New York City?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Oakland to New York City was searched and found on Dec 6, 2025 with a price of $299To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Oakland to New York City, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $299 to $1,092 for a bus ticket from Oakland to New York City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $299 which is on 2025-12-06.
What's the cheapest way to go from Oakland to New York City?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
