How much is the bus ticket from Bakersfield to Oakland?

The cheapest coach tickets from Bakersfield to Oakland start from £32. The average price for this route is around £51. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Bakersfield to Oakland?

The average bus journey time from Bakersfield to Oakland is 12h 55m, covering a distance of 248 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 6h and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Bakersfield to Oakland route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bakersfield to Oakland?

The earliest bus departs from Bakersfield to Oakland at 01:05. And the latest bus departs at 20:50.

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

A bus journey from Bakersfield to Oakland produces an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Bakersfield 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 5627 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Bakersfield to Oakland?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Bakersfield 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 Bakersfield 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 Bakersfield to Oakland from £36 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Bakersfield to Oakland on 13 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	16:50	Amtrak Station	13h 25m	06:15	Jack London Square	Cheapest
	Bus	02:20	16th St (Bakersfield)	9h 25m	11:45	West Oakland BART	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:30	16th St (Bakersfield)	12h 5m	22:35	West Oakland BART	No tags
	Bus	17:15	16th St (Bakersfield)	13h 20m	06:35	West Oakland BART	No tags
	Bus	16:50	Amtrak Station	13h 15m	06:05	Emeryville Station	No tags

Next departures from Bakersfield to Oakland on 15 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	16:50	Amtrak Station	13h 25m	06:15	Jack London Square	Cheapest
	Bus	02:20	16th St (Bakersfield)	9h 25m	11:45	West Oakland BART	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	05:00	16th St (Bakersfield)	13h 35m	18:35	West Oakland BART	No tags
	Bus	17:15	16th St (Bakersfield)	13h 20m	06:35	West Oakland BART	No tags
	Bus	16:50	Amtrak Station	13h 15m	06:05	Emeryville Station	No tags

Next departures from Bakersfield to Oakland on 16 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	16:50	Amtrak Station	13h 25m	06:15	Jack London Square	Cheapest
	Bus	02:20	16th St (Bakersfield)	9h 25m	11:45	West Oakland BART	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	05:00	16th St (Bakersfield)	13h 35m	18:35	West Oakland BART	No tags
	Bus	17:15	16th St (Bakersfield)	13h 20m	06:35	West Oakland BART	No tags
	Bus	16:50	Amtrak Station	13h 15m	06:05	Emeryville Station	No tags

Next departures from Bakersfield to Oakland on 17 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:00	McKee Park & Ride	12h 35m	22:35	West Oakland BART	Cheapest
	Bus	02:20	16th St (Bakersfield)	9h 25m	11:45	West Oakland BART	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	05:00	16th St (Bakersfield)	13h 35m	18:35	West Oakland BART	No tags
	Bus	17:15	16th St (Bakersfield)	13h 20m	06:35	West Oakland BART	No tags
	Bus	16:50	Amtrak Station	13h 15m	06:05	Emeryville Station	No tags

Next departures from Bakersfield to Oakland on 18 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	16:50	Amtrak Station	13h 25m	06:15	Jack London Square	Cheapest
	Bus	02:20	16th St (Bakersfield)	9h 25m	11:45	West Oakland BART	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:30	16th St (Bakersfield)	12h 5m	22:35	West Oakland BART	No tags
	Bus	17:15	16th St (Bakersfield)	13h 20m	06:35	West Oakland BART	No tags
	Bus	16:50	Amtrak Station	13h 15m	06:05	Emeryville Station	No tags

Next departures from Bakersfield to Oakland on 19 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	16:50	Amtrak Station	13h 25m	06:15	Jack London Square	Cheapest
	Bus	02:20	16th St (Bakersfield)	9h 25m	11:45	West Oakland BART	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:30	16th St (Bakersfield)	12h 5m	22:35	West Oakland BART	No tags
	Bus	17:15	16th St (Bakersfield)	13h 20m	06:35	West Oakland BART	No tags
	Bus	16:50	Amtrak Station	13h 15m	06:05	Emeryville Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 14:46 PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Bakersfield to Oakland

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Oakland. The journey takes about 6 hours 16 minutes and with fares starting at just £46, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15train per day

6h 16mAverage duration

249 milesDistance

37kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£32 - £188	Average duration12h 55m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£46 - £63	Average duration6h 16m	CO₂ emissions 37kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Bakersfield and Oakland?

Stops in Bakersfield

A
Tufesa Bus Station
1401 Chamberlain Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93305, USA
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B
Amtrak Station
601 Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93301, USA
C
Latino Travel
2225 Niles Pt. St , 93306 Bakersfield, CA 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
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

Greyhound

3.5/587,429 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Amtrak

4/55,639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,585 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Bakersfield to Oakland

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much is the bus ticket from Bakersfield to Oakland?
The cheapest coach tickets from Bakersfield to Oakland start from £32. The average price for this route is around £51. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Bakersfield to Oakland?
The average bus journey time from Bakersfield to Oakland is 12h 55m, covering a distance of 248 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 6h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Bakersfield to Oakland route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bakersfield to Oakland?
The earliest bus departs from Bakersfield to Oakland at 01:05. And the latest bus departs at 20:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bakersfield to Oakland?
A bus journey from Bakersfield to Oakland produces an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Bakersfield 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 5627 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Bakersfield to Oakland?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Bakersfield 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 Bakersfield 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

10/12

£35

11/12

£62

Today

£41

13/12

£41

14/12

No data

15/12

£41

16/12

£41

17/12

£36

The cheapest trip from Bakersfield to Oakland was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of £35

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

You can expect to pay from £35 to £169 for a bus ticket from Bakersfield to Oakland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £36, which is on 2025-12-17.

Usually Greyhound 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.