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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Downtown Austin | West Oakland BART | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Austin Eastside Bus Plaza | Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Austin Eastside Bus Plaza | West Oakland BART | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Downtown Austin | Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Austin South Congress | West Oakland BART | No tags |
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Get from Austin to Oakland
The journey takes about 2 days, 9 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $303, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Austin and Oakland?
Stops in Austin
- A
Greyhound Station
916 E Koenig Ln, Austin, TX 78752, USA - B
Airport Blvd
2001 Airport Blvd, Austin, TX 78702, USA - C
Brazos St
35 Brazos St, Austin, TX 78701, USA - D
Ben White Bd & I-35
711 E Ben White Blvd, Austin, TX 78704, USA
Stops in Oakland
- A5885 Horton St, Emeryville, CA 94608, USA
- 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
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Austin, TX, US to Oakland by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Austin to Oakland?
The cheapest bus tickets from Austin to Oakland start from $303. The average price for this route is around $396. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Austin to Oakland?
The average bus trip duration from Austin to Oakland is 2d 9h, covering a distance of 1490 miles (2403 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 17h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Austin to Oakland route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, Valley Transit.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Austin to Oakland?
The earliest bus departs from Austin to Oakland at 3:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Austin to Oakland?
A bus trip from Austin to Oakland generates an estimated 60 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Austin 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 87463 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Austin to Oakland?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Valley Transit has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.8.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Austin to Oakland?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Austin 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.
The cheapest trip from Austin, TX, US to Oakland was searched and found on Jan 7, 2026 with a price of $393To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Austin, TX, US to Oakland, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $393 to $449 for a bus ticket from Austin, TX, US to Oakland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $393 which is on 2026-01-07.
