How much is the bus ticket from Oakland to Seattle?

The cheapest bus tickets from Oakland to Seattle start from $122. The average price for this route is around $196. 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 Seattle?

The average bus travel time from Oakland to Seattle is 20h 45m, covering a distance of 1096 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 17h 50m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Oakland to Seattle route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Oakland to Seattle at 7:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.

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

A bus trip from Oakland to Seattle generates an estimated 27 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 Seattle?

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 87387 reviews.

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

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 Seattle?

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 Seattle?

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.

Bus Oakland to Seattle from $171 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Oakland to Seattle on November 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:35pm	West Oakland BART	21h 15m	1:50pm	University of Washington	Cheapest
	Bus	7:00am	West Oakland BART	17h 50m	12:50am	Greyhound Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:35pm	West Oakland BART	20h 45m	1:20pm	Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:35pm	West Oakland BART	20h 25m	1:00pm	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	No tags

Next departures for Oakland to Seattle on November 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	7:00am	West Oakland BART	17h 50m	12:50am	Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:35pm	West Oakland BART	20h 45m	1:20pm	Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:35pm	West Oakland BART	20h 25m	1:00pm	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:35pm	West Oakland BART	21h 15m	1:50pm	University of Washington	No tags

Next departures for Oakland to Seattle on December 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	7:00am	West Oakland BART	17h 50m	12:50am	Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:35pm	West Oakland BART	20h 45m	1:20pm	Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:35pm	West Oakland BART	20h 25m	1:00pm	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:35pm	West Oakland BART	21h 15m	1:50pm	University of Washington	No tags

Next departures for Oakland to Seattle on December 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	7:00am	West Oakland BART	17h 50m	12:50am	Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:35pm	West Oakland BART	20h 45m	1:20pm	Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:35pm	West Oakland BART	20h 25m	1:00pm	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:35pm	West Oakland BART	21h 15m	1:50pm	University of Washington	No tags

Next departures for Oakland to Seattle on December 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	7:00am	West Oakland BART	17h 50m	12:50am	Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:35pm	West Oakland BART	20h 45m	1:20pm	Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:35pm	West Oakland BART	20h 25m	1:00pm	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:35pm	West Oakland BART	21h 15m	1:50pm	University of Washington	No tags

Next departures for Oakland to Seattle on December 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	7:00am	West Oakland BART	17h 50m	12:50am	Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:35pm	West Oakland BART	20h 45m	1:20pm	Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:35pm	West Oakland BART	20h 25m	1:00pm	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:35pm	West Oakland BART	21h 15m	1:50pm	University of Washington	No tags

Next departures for Oakland to Seattle on December 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	7:00am	West Oakland BART	17h 50m	12:50am	Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:35pm	West Oakland BART	20h 45m	1:20pm	Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:35pm	West Oakland BART	20h 25m	1:00pm	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:35pm	West Oakland BART	21h 15m	1:50pm	University of Washington	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Oakland to Seattle

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Seattle. The journey takes about 20 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $122, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

20h 45mAverage Duration

1096 kmDistance

27kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$122 - $655	Average Duration20h 45m	CO₂ emissions 27kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$165 - $1,043	Average Duration22h 30m	CO₂ emissions 99kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Oakland and Seattle?

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

Stops in Seattle

A
Greyhound Station
503 S Royal Brougham Way, Seattle, WA 98134, USA
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B
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
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C
Washington State Convention Center
705 Pike St, Seattle WA 98101, USA, , Pick-up is at the Charter Bus Loading Zone on 8th Avenue at the corner of 8th Ave. and Pike Street.
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D
Pier 91
2001 W Garfield St, Seattle WA 98119, USA
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E
Pier 66
2203 Alaskan Way, Seattle WA 98121, USA
F
International District
700-822 5th Ave S, Seattle, WA 98104, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,407 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,470 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Oakland to Seattle 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 Seattle?
The cheapest bus tickets from Oakland to Seattle start from $122. The average price for this route is around $196. 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 Seattle?
The average bus travel time from Oakland to Seattle is 20h 45m, covering a distance of 1096 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 17h 50m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Oakland to Seattle route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Oakland to Seattle?
The earliest bus departs from Oakland to Seattle at 7:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Oakland to Seattle?
A bus trip from Oakland to Seattle generates an estimated 27 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 Seattle?
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 87387 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Oakland to Seattle?
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 Seattle?
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 Seattle?
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.

Best price found

11-26

$462

11-27

$412

Today

$353

11-29

$426

11-30

$361

12-01

$261

12-02

$224

12-03

$211

The cheapest trip from Oakland to Seattle was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $211

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

You can expect to pay from $211 to $462 for a bus ticket from Oakland to Seattle based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $211 which is on 2025-12-03.