How much is the bus ticket from Seattle to Oakland?

The cheapest bus tickets from Seattle to Oakland start from $117. 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.

How long is the bus ride from Seattle to Oakland?

The average bus travel time from Seattle to Oakland is 20h 25m, covering a distance of 1096 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 18h 35m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Seattle to Oakland route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Seattle to Oakland at 2:40pm. And the latest bus departs at 10:50pm.

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

A bus trip from Seattle to Oakland generates an estimated 27 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 Seattle 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 Seattle 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 Seattle 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 Seattle 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.

Bus Seattle to Oakland from $102 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Seattle to Oakland on January 11
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:50pm	Greyhound Station	18h 35m	5:25pm	West Oakland BART	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:20pm	Greyhound Station	20h 25m	11:45am	West Oakland BART	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:55pm	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	19h 50m	11:45am	West Oakland BART	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to Oakland on January 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:50pm	Greyhound Station	18h 35m	5:25pm	West Oakland BART	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:20pm	Greyhound Station	20h 25m	11:45am	West Oakland BART	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:55pm	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	19h 50m	11:45am	West Oakland BART	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	2:40pm	University of Washington	21h 5m	11:45am	West Oakland BART	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to Oakland on January 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:50pm	Greyhound Station	18h 35m	5:25pm	West Oakland BART	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:20pm	Greyhound Station	20h 25m	11:45am	West Oakland BART	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:55pm	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	19h 50m	11:45am	West Oakland BART	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	2:40pm	University of Washington	21h 5m	11:45am	West Oakland BART	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to Oakland on January 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:50pm	Greyhound Station	18h 35m	5:25pm	West Oakland BART	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:20pm	Greyhound Station	20h 25m	11:45am	West Oakland BART	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:55pm	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	19h 50m	11:45am	West Oakland BART	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	2:40pm	University of Washington	21h 5m	11:45am	West Oakland BART	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to Oakland on January 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:50pm	Greyhound Station	18h 35m	5:25pm	West Oakland BART	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:20pm	Greyhound Station	20h 25m	11:45am	West Oakland BART	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:55pm	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	19h 50m	11:45am	West Oakland BART	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	2:40pm	University of Washington	21h 5m	11:45am	West Oakland BART	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to Oakland on January 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:50pm	Greyhound Station	18h 35m	5:25pm	West Oakland BART	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:20pm	Greyhound Station	20h 25m	11:45am	West Oakland BART	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:55pm	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	19h 50m	11:45am	West Oakland BART	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	2:40pm	University of Washington	21h 5m	11:45am	West Oakland BART	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:30 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Seattle 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 20 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $117, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

20h 25mAverage Duration

1096 kmDistance

27kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$117 - $404	Average Duration20h 25m	CO₂ emissions 27kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$165 - $2,353	Average Duration23h 23m	CO₂ emissions 99kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Seattle and Oakland?

Stops in Seattle

A
Greyhound Station
503 S Royal Brougham Way, Seattle, WA 98134, USA
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B
Seattle-International Airport (SEA)
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C
Washington State Convention Center
705 Pike St, Seattle WA 98101, USA, , Pick-up is at the Charter Bus Loading Zone on 8th Avenue at the corner of 8th Ave. and Pike Street.
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D
Pier 91
2001 W Garfield St, Seattle WA 98119, USA
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E
Pier 66
2203 Alaskan Way, Seattle WA 98121, USA
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F
International District
700-822 5th Ave S, Seattle, WA 98104, USA
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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
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C
Oakland Bus Station
2103 San Pablo Ave, Oakland, CA 94612
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D
Greyhound Station
2103 San Pablo Ave, Oakland, CA 94612, USA
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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,492 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,995 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Seattle 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 Seattle to Oakland?
The cheapest bus tickets from Seattle to Oakland start from $117. 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.
How long is the bus ride from Seattle to Oakland?
The average bus travel time from Seattle to Oakland is 20h 25m, covering a distance of 1096 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 18h 35m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Seattle to Oakland route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Seattle to Oakland?
The earliest bus departs from Seattle to Oakland at 2:40pm. And the latest bus departs at 10:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Seattle to Oakland?
A bus trip from Seattle to Oakland generates an estimated 27 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 Seattle 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 Seattle 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 Seattle 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 Seattle 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.

Best price found

01-08

$224

01-09

$312

Today

$238

01-11

$224

01-12

$138

01-13

$139

01-14

$151

01-15

$151

The cheapest trip from Seattle to Oakland was searched and found on Jan 12, 2026 with a price of $138

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

You can expect to pay from $138 to $312 for a bus ticket from Seattle to Oakland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $138 which is on 2026-01-12.