How much is the bus ticket from Oakland to Philadelphia?

The cheapest bus tickets from Oakland to Philadelphia start at R 2 163. The average price for this route is around R 11 671. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Oakland to Philadelphia?

The average bus journey time from Oakland to Philadelphia is 3d 9h, covering a distance of 4044 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2d 19h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Oakland to Philadelphia route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 22 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Oakland to Philadelphia at 07:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.

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

A bus trip from Oakland to Philadelphia produces an estimated 101 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Oakland to Philadelphia?

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 Oakland to Philadelphia?

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

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Oakland to Philadelphia?

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 Oakland to Philadelphia?

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 Oakland to Philadelphia from R 4 698 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Oakland to Philadelphia on 7 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	23:20	West Oakland BART	3d 11h	14:15	Schuylkill & Walnut	No tags
	Bus	23:20	West Oakland BART	3d 5h	08:10	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	23:20	West Oakland BART	3d 12h	14:20	Cherry Hill Mall	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	23:20	West Oakland BART	3d 18h	20:35	Frazer - 56-40 Matthews Rd	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	23:20	West Oakland BART	3d 10h	13:00	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Oakland to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 3 days, 9 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 163, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

22bus per day

3d 9hAverage duration

4044 kmDistance

101kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 2 163 - R 19 895	Average duration3d 9h	CO₂ emissions 101kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 4 230 - R 55 798	Average duration3d 5h	CO₂ emissions 367kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Oakland and Philadelphia?

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

Stops in Philadelphia

A
Philadelphia Airport
B
Independence Travel Center
Off of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
Visit page
C
#2842 St.Vincent St
15th St Trolley Station, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA
D
Bus Station
1001 Filbert St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA
E
Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS
3000 Island Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19153, USA
F
NRG SEPTA Station
3701 Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19148, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 489 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511 955 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 Oakland to Philadelphia, PA by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Oakland to Philadelphia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Oakland to Philadelphia start at R 2 163. The average price for this route is around R 11 671. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Oakland to Philadelphia?
The average bus journey time from Oakland to Philadelphia is 3d 9h, covering a distance of 4044 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2d 19h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Oakland to Philadelphia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 22 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Oakland to Philadelphia?
The earliest bus departs from Oakland to Philadelphia at 07:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Oakland to Philadelphia?
A bus trip from Oakland to Philadelphia produces an estimated 101 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Oakland to Philadelphia?
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 Oakland to Philadelphia?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Oakland to Philadelphia?
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 Oakland to Philadelphia?
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.

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

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R 10 174

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R 6 529

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R 4 698

The cheapest trip from Oakland to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 12 Jan 2026 with a price of R 4 698

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

You can expect to pay from R 4 698 to R 13 135 for a bus ticket from Oakland to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 4 698, which is on 2026-01-12.