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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 | Phoenix Bus Station | West Oakland BART | Cheapest | |||||
 | Phoenix Bus Station | Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay | Fastest | |||||
| Phoenix Bus Station | West Oakland BART | No tags | |||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Phoenix Airport (PHX)/44th Street station | West Oakland BART | No tags | |||||
 | Phoenix (North), AZ | Emeryville Station | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 7:41 PM MST.
Get from Phoenix to Oakland
The journey takes about 18 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just $131, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Phoenix and Oakland?
Stops in Phoenix
- A1614 N 27th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85009, USA
- B
Phoenix Greyhound Station
2115 E Buckeye Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85034, USA - C
Glendale Ave
2647 W Glendale Ave, Ste 17, Phoenix, Az, Glendale, AZ 85051 - D
44th St Stn
44th Street Transit Center 42009 E Washigton Street, 85034 - E
Desert Ridge
Mellow Mushroom, 5293-5343 E Deer Valley Dr, Phoenix, AZ 85054, USA
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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Phoenix, AZ 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.
How much is the bus ticket from Phoenix to Oakland?
The cheapest bus tickets from Phoenix to Oakland start from $131. The average price for this route is around $247. 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 Phoenix to Oakland?
The average bus travel time from Phoenix to Oakland is 18h 55m, covering a distance of 1049 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 14h 15m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Phoenix to Oakland route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Phoenix to Oakland?
The earliest bus departs from Phoenix to Oakland at 1:25am. And the latest bus departs at 10:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Phoenix to Oakland?
A bus trip from Phoenix to Oakland generates an estimated 26 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 Phoenix 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.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Phoenix to Oakland?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Phoenix 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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Phoenix 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.
The cheapest trip from Phoenix, AZ to Oakland was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $187To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Phoenix, AZ to Oakland, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $187 to $1,517 for a bus ticket from Phoenix, AZ to Oakland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $187 which is on 2025-12-03.
Usually Greyhound, Amtrak 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.
