How much is the bus ticket from Washington to Oakland?

The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Oakland start from $328. The average price for this route is around $665. 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 Washington to Oakland?

The average bus travel time from Washington to Oakland is 3d 11h, covering a distance of 3903 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 22h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Washington to Oakland route?

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

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

The earliest bus departs from Washington to Oakland at 12:55am. And the latest bus departs at 10:10pm.

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

A bus trip from Washington 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 Washington 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 Washington 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 Washington 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 Washington 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 Washington to Oakland from $229 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Washington to Oakland on January 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	6:40pm	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	3d 14h	6:35am	West Oakland BART	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:25pm	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	3d 6h	6:35pm	West Oakland BART	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:45pm	Union Station	3d 7h	8:30pm	West Oakland BART	No tags
	Bus	10:10pm	Union Station	3d 11h	6:35am	West Oakland BART	No tags
	Bus	10:10pm	Union Station	3d 11h	6:10am	Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Oakland on January 11
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	4:50am	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	3d 4h	6:35am	West Oakland BART	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:15am	Union Station	2d 23h	6:10am	Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:15am	Union Station	3d	6:35am	West Oakland BART	No tags
	Bus	10:10pm	Union Station	3d 11h	6:35am	West Oakland BART	No tags
	Bus	10:10pm	Union Station	3d 11h	6:10am	Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 5:27 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Washington 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, 11 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $328, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14bus per day

3d 11hAverage Duration

3903 kmDistance

98kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$328 - $1,560	Average Duration3d 11h	CO₂ emissions 98kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$401 - $6,403	Average Duration3d 10h	CO₂ emissions 355kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Washington and Oakland?

Stops in Washington

A
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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B
Dupont Circle
1500 20th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA
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C
Metro Center Station
663 11th St NW, Washington, D.C., DC 20004, USA
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D
L’Enfant Plaza
In front of McDonald's, 400 C St SW, Washington, DC 20024, USA
E
10th Street NW
Charter bus loading zone in front of Madame Tussaud's, 610 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
F
Foggy Bottom
1905 G St NW, Washington, DC 20431, USA

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

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Greyhound

3.5/587,490 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,962 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 Washington, DC, 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 Washington to Oakland?
The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Oakland start from $328. The average price for this route is around $665. 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 Washington to Oakland?
The average bus travel time from Washington to Oakland is 3d 11h, covering a distance of 3903 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 22h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Washington to Oakland route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Washington to Oakland?
The earliest bus departs from Washington to Oakland at 12:55am. And the latest bus departs at 10:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Washington to Oakland?
A bus trip from Washington 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 Washington 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 Washington 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 Washington 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 Washington 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

01-06

$424

01-07

$402

Today

$375

01-09

$328

01-10

No data

01-11

$321

01-12

No data

01-13

$323

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Oakland was searched and found on Jan 11, 2026 with a price of $321

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

You can expect to pay from $321 to $1,092 for a bus ticket from Washington, DC, US to Oakland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $321 which is on 2026-01-11.