Bus from Oakland to Seattle: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Oakland to Seattle on November 29
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
West Oakland BART
University of WashingtonCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
West Oakland BART
Greyhound StationFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
West Oakland BART
Greyhound StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
West Oakland BART
Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 10:45 AM PST.

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$122 - $655Average Duration20h 45m
27kg CO₂e
Average Price$165 - $1,043Average Duration22h 30m
99kg CO₂e

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.

  1. 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.

  2. 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.

  3. 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.

  4. 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.

  5. 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.

  6. 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.

  7. 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.

  8. 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.

  9. 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
busbud logoThe 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.

People from around the world trust Busbud