Find coaches from Seattle to Oakland

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Next departures from Seattle to Oakland on 9 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Greyhound Station
West Oakland BARTCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Greyhound Station
West Oakland BARTFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Greyhound Station
UC Berkeley (Crescent Lawn)No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Greyhound Station
El Cerrito del Norte BARTNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)
West Oakland BARTNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Seattle to Oakland

Bus
Average priceUS$66 - US$288Average duration21h
27kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$116 - US$576Average duration22h 34m
99kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Seattle to Oakland

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Oakland. The journey takes about 21 hours and with fares starting at just US$66, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day
21hAverage duration
US$66Cheapest ticket
27kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Seattle to Oakland: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$105
Average bus trip duration21h
Number of daily buses7
Earliest bus departure14:45
Distance665 miles
Latest bus departure22:50

Seattle to Oakland Bus

Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from Seattle to Oakland.

We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from Seattle to Oakland.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Oakland from Seattle, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Seattle - Oakland

  1. How far is Oakland from Seattle by coach?

    The distance between Seattle and Oakland by coach is approximately 677 miles (1092 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Seattle to Oakland without flying?

    You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
06/10
US$239
07/10
US$192
Today
US$166
09/10
US$211
10/10
US$106
11/10
US$94
12/10
US$118
13/10
US$113
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Seattle to Oakland was searched and found on 11 Oct 2025 with a price of US$94

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 US$94 to US$239 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 US$94, which is on 2025-10-11.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Seattle to Oakland but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Seattle to Oakland.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Seattle to Oakland.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Seattle to Oakland, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

What's the cheapest way to go from Seattle to Oakland?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Seattle by bus?

Bus from Oakland to Seattle

You can also go to Oakland by train

Train from Seattle to Oakland

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