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Bus Bakersfield to Oakland: Trip Overview

Bus Bakersfield to Oakland: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$56
Average bus trip duration10h 30m
Number of daily buses9
Earliest bus departure1:10 AM
Distance248 miles (399 km)
Latest bus departure10:10 PM

Bakersfield to Oakland Buses

With Busbud, comparing and booking tickets for a bus from Bakersfield to Oakland is a breeze. Browse through an extensive selection of bus fares and bus schedules to find the best deals.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Bakersfield to Oakland from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses traveling from Bakersfield to Oakland, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures9
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures1:10AM - 10:10PM
Minimum Price$44
Average Ticket Price$56
Minimum Trip Duration6h5m
Average Bus Trip Duration10h30m
Distance248 miles (399 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteGreyhound, FlixBus
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Bakersfield - Oakland

The bus is the best choice to get to Oakland without a car. The bus provides a cost-effective, safe, and easy way to travel between the two cities. Alternatively, you can also use carpooling services.

The travel time from Bakersfield to Oakland is about 10h 30m, but you can get there in as little as 6h 5m with the quickest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 248 miles (400 km) that separate the two cities.

About 248 miles (400 km) separate Bakersfield and Oakland.

You can choose from 9 travel times and travel with Greyhound and FlixBus. Depending on the day of the week, the number of buses available from Bakersfield to Oakland may vary. Simplify your trip from Bakersfield to Oakland by checking the schedules and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

The bus service has you covered with departures starting at 1:10 AM and ending at 10:10 PM.

If you're headed to Oakland from Bakersfield, chances are that your bus will leave from Tufesa Bus Station and arrive at Emeryville Station. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

The cheapest way to travel this route is by bus. The lowest price for the bus on this route is $44.

The average price of a one-way ticket from Bakersfield to Oakland is $56. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $44 and $214, so it's best to compare them to make sure you get the best deal.

Yes, you can take a night bus to go from Bakersfield to Oakland. Remember to bring along essentials like a blanket and some snacks to ensure a cozy and convenient journey.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Bakersfield to Oakland.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Bakersfield to Oakland, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Bakersfield to Oakland that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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.

Will you be returning to Bakersfield by bus?

Bus from Oakland to Bakersfield

You can also go to Oakland by train

Train from Bakersfield to Oakland

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