Bus from Long Beach, CA to Oakland: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Long Beach to Oakland on 11 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Long Beach Bus Station
West Oakland BARTCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Long Beach Bus Station
Oakland/Berkeley/East BayFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Long Beach
West Oakland BARTNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Long Beach
Oakland/Berkeley/East BayNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:44 AM PST.

Get from Long Beach to Oakland

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 14 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 1 478, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day
14h 10mAverage duration
581 kmDistance
15kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Long Beach, CA to Oakland by bus

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

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

    The cheapest bus tickets from Long Beach to Oakland start at R 1 478. The average price for this route is around R 2 813. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

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

    The average bus journey time from Long Beach to Oakland is 14h 10m, covering a distance of 581 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 9h 35m and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Long Beach to Oakland route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Long Beach to Oakland at 09:35. And the latest bus departs at 20:35.

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

    A bus trip from Long Beach to Oakland produces an estimated 15 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

  6. What is the best bus company from Long Beach 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 87412 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Long Beach to Oakland?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 Long Beach 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 Long Beach 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
08/12
R 2 609
09/12
R 2 601
Today
R 2 758
11/12
R 2 749
12/12
R 2 749
13/12
No data
14/12
R 2 042
15/12
R 1 876
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Long Beach, CA to Oakland was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 876

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 876 to R 2 758 for a bus ticket from Long Beach, CA to Oakland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 876, which is on 2025-12-15.

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