How much is the bus ticket from Los Angeles to Oakland?

The cheapest bus tickets from Los Angeles to Oakland start from MAD 467. The average price for this route is around MAD 647. 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 Los Angeles to Oakland?

The average bus trip duration from Los Angeles to Oakland is 8h 45m, covering a distance of 341 miles (550 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 5m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Los Angeles to Oakland route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Los Angeles to Oakland at 12:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.

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

A bus trip from Los Angeles to Oakland generates an estimated 13.7375 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 Los Angeles to Oakland?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5791 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Los Angeles to Oakland?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Los Angeles to Oakland?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Los Angeles to Oakland?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus Los Angeles to Oakland from MAD 455 | Refundable Tickets

Next available departures

Next departures for Los Angeles to Oakland on May 4
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
5:50am	Union Station	9h 4m	2:54pm	Emeryville Station	Cheapest
11:05pm	Los Angeles Union Station	7h 5m	6:10am	Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay	Fastest
9:00am	Los Angeles Union Station	9h 20m	6:20pm	West Oakland BART	No tags
11:05pm	Los Angeles Union Station	7h 30m	6:35am	West Oakland BART	No tags
5:35am	UCLA	10h 36m	4:11pm	Emeryville Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 3:38 PM PDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Los Angeles to Oakland

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Oakland. The journey takes about 8 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just MAD 467, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day

8h 45mAverage Duration

341 milesDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceMAD 467 - MAD 2,031	Average Duration8h 45m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceMAD 650 - MAD 1,641	Average Duration11h 40m	CO₂ emissions 50kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Los Angeles and Oakland?

Stops in Los Angeles

A
UCLA
571-581 Gayley Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024, USA
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B
Ramirez Street bus stop
530 Ramirez St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA
C
613 Maple Ave
613 Maple Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90014, USA
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D
Los Angeles International Airport
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E
Downtown Westin Bonaventure
404 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90071, USA
F
LAX Airport Holiday Inn
9901 S La Cienega Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90045, USA

Stops in Oakland

A
Emeryville Station
5885 Horton St, Emeryville, CA 94608, USA
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B
Oakland Bus Station
2103 San Pablo Ave, Oakland, CA 94612
C
West Oakland BART Station
1401-1421 7th St, Oakland, CA 94607, USA
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D
Greyhound Station
2103 San Pablo Ave, Oakland, CA 94612, USA

Compare companies

Amtrak

4.1/55,792 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587,548 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi2.5

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Greyhound Los Angeles Oakland recent customer reviews

Bus driver left behind a mother and her young daughter at rest stop in coalinga. Completely inappropriate and unacceptable behavior, without any real reason. Driver insisted that a timeline needed to be adhered to, however the passengers left behind were within 30 feet of the bus and all of the passengers onboard were advocating for the driver to turn around and allow them onboard. We found this behavior egregious and unnecessary, and felt our safety was compromised from that point forward.

Leah J.

August 7, 2023

I booked a ticket and got the email that I should have got up on 5951 Hollywood Blvd. but when l arrived there by Uber I Couldn't find the location. I had to call your service department, a lady told me another location about 10miles from Hollywood Blvd. when I headed to there. The eight o'clock bus had left. I had to change to the10o'clock bus. I don't know if the Hollywood bus stop was cancelled? why was it still in the ticket list?

Dong J.

January 14, 2020

Was the worst bus experience in my life im considering never useing greyhound again in life

Jonnie S.

December 2, 2019

FlixBus

3.5/512,578 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

FlixBus Los Angeles Oakland recent customer reviews

Bus was on time and left right on the specified departure time which was great. But, the bus itself and the seats looked really worn down, like maintenance has not been given to the inside of the bus for a while, and the AC on the bus was absurdly cold.

Monica B.

September 20, 2024

Fairly quick overnight travel

Kirstin C.

July 4, 2023

US bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, Futura, Elite, Chihuahuenses, Tufesa, Valley Transit

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Los Angeles, 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 Los Angeles to Oakland?
The cheapest bus tickets from Los Angeles to Oakland start from MAD 467. The average price for this route is around MAD 647. 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 Los Angeles to Oakland?
The average bus trip duration from Los Angeles to Oakland is 8h 45m, covering a distance of 341 miles (550 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 5m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Los Angeles to Oakland route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Los Angeles to Oakland?
The earliest bus departs from Los Angeles to Oakland at 12:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Los Angeles to Oakland?
A bus trip from Los Angeles to Oakland generates an estimated 13.7375 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 Los Angeles to Oakland?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5791 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Los Angeles to Oakland?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Los Angeles to Oakland?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Los Angeles to Oakland?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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

05/01

MAD 712

05/02

MAD 712

Today

MAD 863

05/04

MAD 778

05/05

MAD 617

05/06

MAD 636

05/07

MAD 598

05/08

MAD 579

The cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to Oakland was searched and found on May 8, 2026 with a price of MAD 579

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

You can expect to pay from MAD 579 to MAD 4,078 for a bus ticket from Los Angeles, US to Oakland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at MAD 579 which is on 2026-05-08.

Usually Amtrak will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.