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Bus Oakland to Chicago: Trip Overview

Bus Oakland to Chicago: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$260
Average bus trip duration2d 21h
Number of daily buses13
Earliest bus departure4:45 AM
Distance1843 miles (2971 km)
Latest bus departure11:20 PM

Oakland to Chicago Buses

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Information on this bus route

Daily Departures13
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures4:45AM - 11:20PM
Minimum Price$112
Average Ticket Price$260
Minimum Trip Duration2d13h
Average Bus Trip Duration2d21h
Distance1843 miles (2971 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteFlixBus, Greyhound
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Oakland - Chicago

You can take a bus or a train to go from Oakland to Chicago. Either way you choose, you'll be sure to reach your destination in the most convenient and eco-friendly way. Another option is using carpool services and riding with fellow travelers.

On average, the trip from Oakland to Chicago takes around 2d 21h, although the minimum time it takes to get there is 2d 13h with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 1844 miles (2974 km) that separate the two cities.

The distance separating Oakland and Chicago is 1844 miles (2974 km).

About 13 buses travel this route daily, provided by FlixBus and Greyhound. The number of buses operating from Oakland to Chicago may change based on the day of the week. Busbud can make your trip from Oakland to Chicago a breeze! Simply check the schedules and pick the bus that matches your needs and budget. It's that easy!

The bus service operates between 4:45 AM and 11:20 PM.

The majority of buses traveling from Oakland to Chicago start their journey at West Oakland BART Station and wind up at Union Station. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

You can expect to pay around $260 for a bus ticket. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $160 and $669, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

Once in Chicago, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Chicago Shakespeare Theater on Navy Pier, Lincoln Park Zoo, Lake Michigan, Museum of Science and Industry and Museum of Contemporary Art.

Certainly! You can indeed opt for an overnight bus from Oakland to Chicago. Don't forget to bring a snack and a blanket to help you stay comfortable through the night.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Oakland to Chicago 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 Oakland to Chicago.

Did you know?

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.

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.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
Vehicle TypeTravel TimeAvg PriceDaily Departures
Vehicle TypeBusTravel Time2d 21hAvg Price$260Daily Departures13
Vehicle TypeTrainTravel Time2d 10hAvg Price$299Daily Departures8

The best way to travel between Oakland and Chicago is by bus. By choosing the bus, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $260 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $160. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Chicago, choose the bus, as it will take you from Oakland to Chicago in about 2d 10h - that's the fastest way to get there!

Will you be returning to Oakland by bus?

Bus from Chicago to Oakland

You can also go to Chicago by train

Train from Oakland to Chicago

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