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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Raleigh Bus Station | Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay | No tags | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | Raleigh Bus Station | UC Berkeley (Crescent Lawn) | No tags | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | Raleigh (New Bern Ave) | El Cerrito del Norte BART | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Raleigh (New Bern Ave) | West Oakland BART | No tags | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | Raleigh Bus Station | El Cerrito del Norte BART | No tags |
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Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Oakland. The journey takes about 3 days, 1 hour 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $410, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Raleigh and Oakland?
Stops in Raleigh
- A
Raleigh Greyhound Bus Station
2210 Capital Blvd , Raleigh, NC 27603 - B
Raleigh Tornado - El Expreso Bus Station
4005 New Bern Ave, Raleigh, NC, 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 Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Oakland?
The cheapest bus tickets from Raleigh to Oakland start from $410. The average price for this route is around $546. 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 Raleigh to Oakland?
The average bus travel time from Raleigh to Oakland is 3d 1h, covering a distance of 3864 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 19h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Raleigh to Oakland route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Raleigh to Oakland?
The earliest bus departs from Raleigh to Oakland at 7:45am. And the latest bus departs at 9:25pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Raleigh to Oakland?
A bus trip from Raleigh to Oakland generates an estimated 97 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 Raleigh to Oakland?
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 87463 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Raleigh to Oakland?
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 Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Oakland?
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 Raleigh to Oakland was searched and found on Jan 12, 2026 with a price of $316To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Raleigh to Oakland, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $316 to $323 for a bus ticket from Raleigh to Oakland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $316 which is on 2026-01-12.
What's the cheapest way to go from Raleigh to Oakland?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
