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Boston - Boston (South Station)
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Oakland - West Oakland BART
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Boston - Boston (South Station)
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Boston - Boston (South Station)
Oakland - UC Berkeley (Crescent Lawn)
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Bus Boston to Oakland: Trip Overview

Bus Boston to Oakland: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$289
Average bus trip duration3d 16h
Number of daily buses12
Earliest bus departure2:40 AM
Distance2677 miles (4317 km)
Latest bus departure11:45 PM

Boston to Oakland Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures12
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures2:40AM - 11:45PM
Minimum Price$217
Average Ticket Price$289
Minimum Trip Duration3d6h
Average Bus Trip Duration3d16h
Distance2677 miles (4317 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteFlixBus, Greyhound
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Boston - Oakland

Both buses and trains are available for traveling between these two cities. Both are practical and eco-friendly ways to travel to Oakland. You can also use carpool services and share a car ride with other travelers.

The average travel time from Boston to Oakland is about 3d 16h, but you can get there in as little as 3d 6h with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 2682 miles (4326 km) that separate the two cities.

Boston and Oakland are 2682 miles (4326 km) apart.

About 12 buses travel this route daily, provided by FlixBus and Greyhound. The number of buses from Boston to Oakland can differ depending on the day of the week. Want to make your bus journey from Boston to Oakland as easy as possible? Busbud has got you covered! Browse schedules, pick the perfect bus for your travel style and budget - all in one place.

The bus service operates from 2:40 AM for the initial departure and runs until 11:45 PM for the final departure.

Most of the buses traveling from Boston to Oakland leave from Back Bay Station and arrive at West Oakland BART Station. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

The cheapest way to travel this route is by bus. The lowest tickets for this trip cost as little as $217.

The bus ticket costs $289 on average. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $217 to $387, so it's good to do your research before booking.

Certainly! You can indeed opt for an overnight bus from Boston to Oakland. Make sure to pack a blanket and a snack to make your trip more comfortable.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Boston 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 Boston to Oakland, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Boston to Oakland will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Boston to Oakland.

Did you know?

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Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

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

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
Vehicle TypeTravel TimeAvg PriceDaily Departures
Vehicle TypeBusTravel Time3d 16hAvg Price$289Daily Departures12
Vehicle TypeTrainTravel Time3d 11hAvg Price$485Daily Departures17

The best way to travel between Boston and Oakland is by bus. By choosing the bus, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $289 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $217. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Oakland, choose the bus, as it will take you from Boston to Oakland in about 3d 11h - that's the fastest way to get there!

Will you be returning to Boston by bus?

Bus from Oakland to Boston

You can also go to Oakland by train

Train from Boston to Oakland

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