Bus Tickets from Philadelphia, PA to Oakland

Find affordable bus tickets from Philadelphia, PA to Oakland with flexible options. Book your trip now

Join 75M+ travelers booking 2M+ routes across 85+ countries.
Enjoy our 24/7 customer service to assist you at every step.
Cancel anytime and receive a 100% refund, no reason needed.
TodayJul 6
TomorrowJul 7
TueJul 8
WedJul 9
from US$218
ThuJul 10
FriJul 11
from US$270
SatJul 12
SunJul 13

Cheap buses leaving Wednesday

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: July 9 at
    Departure city: Philadelphia
    Departure location: 199 Spring Garden St.
    Arrival time: July 13 at
    Destination city: Oakland
    Destination location: El Cerrito del Norte BART
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: July 9 at
    Departure city: Philadelphia
    Departure location: 199 Spring Garden St.
    Arrival time: July 12 at
    Destination city: Oakland
    Destination location: West Oakland BART
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 9 at
    Departure city: Philadelphia
    Departure location: 199 Spring Garden St.
    Arrival time: July 12 at
    Destination city: Oakland
    Destination location: West Oakland BART
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 9 at
    Departure city: Philadelphia
    Departure location: 199 Spring Garden St.
    Arrival time: July 12 at
    Destination city: Oakland
    Destination location: UC Berkeley (Crescent Lawn)
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 9 at
    Departure city: Philadelphia
    Departure location: 199 Spring Garden St.
    Arrival time: July 12 at
    Destination city: Oakland
    Destination location: West Oakland BART
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 6:23 PM EDT.

Prices and availability are subject to change.

Accepted payments

  • Visa
  • MasterCard
  • American Express
  • China Union Pay
  • Diners Club Canada
  • Discover Click to Pay
  • JCB payment
  • Klarna (Pay over time)
  • Google Pay

Compare 2 ways to go from Philadelphia to Oakland

Average PriceUS$172 - US$811Average Duration3d 12h
101kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Average PriceUS$532 - US$2,388Average Duration3d 7h
367kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Philadelphia to Oakland

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Oakland. The journey takes about 3 days, 12 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$172, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

29bus per day
3d 12hAverage Duration
US$172Cheapest ticket
101kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Philadelphia to Oakland: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$363
Average Bus Trip Duration3d 12h
Number of daily buses29
Earliest bus departure3:10am
Distance4037 km
Latest bus departure10:30pm

Philadelphia to Oakland Bus

With Busbud, comparing and booking tickets for a bus from Philadelphia to Oakland is a breeze. Browse through an extensive selection of bus fares and bus schedules to find the best deals.

Bus service from Philadelphia to Oakland will be provided by the most trusted bus companies.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Oakland from Philadelphia, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Philadelphia, PA - Oakland

  1. What is the distance between Philadelphia and Oakland?

    The distance between Philadelphia and Oakland is around 4042 km (2506 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Philadelphia to Oakland?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Philadelphia Airport, in Philadelphia, and end it at Emeryville Station, in Oakland.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
07-04
No data
07-05
No data
Today
No data
07-07
No data
07-08
No data
07-09
US$219
07-10
No data
07-11
US$262
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Philadelphia to Oakland was searched and found on Jul 9, 2025 with a price of US$219

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

You can expect to pay from US$219 to US$289 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia to Oakland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$219 which is on 2025-07-09.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Philadelphia to Oakland.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Philadelphia to Oakland, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Philadelphia to Oakland.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Philadelphia to Oakland while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Philadelphia by bus?

Bus from Philadelphia to Oakland

You can also go to Oakland by train

Train from Philadelphia to Oakland

Why choose Busbud?

The Best Way To Book Bus and Train Tickets

Busbud helps you easily search, compare and book intercity bus tickets on a worlwide scale with our comprehensive list of bus routes and schedules. With several language and currency options available, Busbud seeks to cater to international bus travellers no matter where they are in the world. Busbud prides itself on its worldwide partnerships. We make it possible for you to buy tickets with its large network of trustworthy bus partners like Greyhound, Eurolines, ALSA, OUIBUS (BlaBlaBus), National Express and many others.

People from around the world trust Busbud

Popular Buses Connecting Philadelphia

Buses Leaving from Philadelphia

Buses Going to Philadelphia

Popular Buses Connecting Oakland

Buses Leaving from Oakland

Buses Going to Oakland