How much is the bus ticket from Richmond to Oakland?

The cheapest bus tickets from Richmond to Oakland start from $319. The average price for this route is around $442. 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 Richmond to Oakland?

The average bus travel time from Richmond to Oakland is 3d 9h, covering a distance of 3910 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 22h and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Richmond to Oakland route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Richmond to Oakland at 5:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.

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

A bus trip from Richmond to Oakland generates an estimated 98 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 Richmond 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 Richmond 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 Richmond 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 Richmond 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.

Bus Richmond to Oakland from $310 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Richmond to Oakland on December 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:50pm	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	3d	11:45am	West Oakland BART	Cheapest
	Bus	9:25am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	2d 23h	6:10am	Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay	Fastest
	Bus	9:25am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	3d	6:35am	West Oakland BART	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:45pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	3d 9h	6:35am	West Oakland BART	No tags
	Bus	2:10pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	3d	11:45am	West Oakland BART	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Oakland on December 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:50pm	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	3d	11:45am	West Oakland BART	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:25am	Henrico	2d 21h	6:10am	Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay	Fastest
	Bus	9:25am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	3d	6:35am	West Oakland BART	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:00pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	3d 3h	6:35pm	West Oakland BART	No tags
	Bus	2:10pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	3d	11:45am	West Oakland BART	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:46 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Richmond to Oakland

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Oakland. The journey takes about 3 days, 9 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $319, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14bus per day

3d 9hAverage Duration

3910 kmDistance

98kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$319 - $1,138	Average Duration3d 9h	CO₂ emissions 98kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$405 - $6,679	Average Duration3d 18h	CO₂ emissions 354kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Richmond and Oakland?

Stops in Richmond

A
Main Street Station
1520 E Main St, Richmond, VA 23219, USA
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B
Staples Mill Road
Richmond Staples Mill Road Amtrak Station, Dumbarton, VA 23228, USA
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C
8531 Fordson Rd
8531 Fordson Rd, Henrico, VA 23229, USA
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D
VCU
351 W Canal St, Richmond, VA 23220, USA
E
2828 W. Broad St.
2828 W Broad St. Richmond, VA 23230 ( Corner N Sheppard St)
F
Greyhound Station
2910 North Blvd, Richmond, VA 23230

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

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,621 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587,412 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,504 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Richmond, VA, US 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 Richmond to Oakland?
The cheapest bus tickets from Richmond to Oakland start from $319. The average price for this route is around $442. 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 Richmond to Oakland?
The average bus travel time from Richmond to Oakland is 3d 9h, covering a distance of 3910 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 22h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Richmond to Oakland route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Richmond to Oakland?
The earliest bus departs from Richmond to Oakland at 5:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Richmond to Oakland?
A bus trip from Richmond to Oakland generates an estimated 98 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 Richmond 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 Richmond 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 Richmond 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 Richmond 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.

Best price found

12-01

$560

12-02

$373

Today

$323

12-04

No data

12-05

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12-06

$312

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The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Oakland was searched and found on Dec 6, 2025 with a price of $312

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

You can expect to pay from $312 to $635 for a bus ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Oakland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $312 which is on 2025-12-06.