Bus from Seattle to Oakland: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Seattle to Oakland on 28 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Greyhound Station
West Oakland BARTCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Greyhound Station
West Oakland BARTFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)
West Oakland BARTNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
University of Washington
West Oakland BARTNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel 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 £58, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day
20h 25mAverage duration
675 milesDistance
27kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£58 - £253Average duration20h 25m
27kg CO₂e
Average price£90 - £523Average duration22h 59m
99kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Seattle to Oakland

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

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Seattle to Oakland?

    The cheapest coach tickets from Seattle to Oakland start from £58. The average price for this route is around £106. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Seattle to Oakland?

    The average bus journey time from Seattle to Oakland is 20h 25m, covering a distance of 675 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 18h 35m and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Seattle to Oakland route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Seattle to Oakland?

    The earliest bus departs from Seattle to Oakland at 14:45. And the latest bus departs at 22:50.

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

    A bus journey from Seattle to Oakland produces an estimated 27 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. Which 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 87387 reviews.

  7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Seattle to Oakland?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service 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.

  9. 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
25/11
£165
26/11
£203
Today
£154
28/11
£177
29/11
£160
30/11
£155
01/12
£119
02/12
£101
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Seattle to Oakland was searched and found on 2 Dec 2025 with a price of £101

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 £101 to £203 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 £101, which is on 2025-12-02.

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