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Bus Philadelphia to Oakland: Trip Overview

Bus Philadelphia to Oakland: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$259
Average bus trip duration3d 11h
Number of daily buses26
Earliest bus departure1:45 AM
Distance2506 miles (4041 km)
Latest bus departure11:35 PM

Philadelphia to Oakland Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures26
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures1:45AM - 11:35PM
Minimum Price$215
Average Ticket Price$259
Minimum Trip Duration2d22h
Average Bus Trip Duration3d11h
Distance2506 miles (4041 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteFlixBus, Greyhound
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Philadelphia - Oakland

You can take a bus or a train to go from Philadelphia to Oakland. Either way you choose, you'll be sure to reach your destination in the most easy and eco-friendly way. You can also use carpool services and share a car ride with other travelers.

On average, the trip from Philadelphia to Oakland takes around 3d 11h, but you can get there in as little as 2d 22h with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 2506 miles (4042 km) that separate the two cities.

The distance separating Philadelphia and Oakland is 2506 miles (4042 km).

About 26 buses travel this route daily, provided by FlixBus and Greyhound. The number of buses running from Philadelphia to Oakland may change based on the day of the week. Busbud can make your trip from Philadelphia to Oakland a breeze! Simply check the schedules and pick the bus that matches your style and budget. It's that easy!

The bus service operates between 1:45 AM and 11:35 PM.

If you're headed to Oakland from Philadelphia, chances are that your bus will leave from Bus Station and arrive at West Oakland BART Station. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

Go for the bus if you want the most affordable way to travel this route. $171 is the starting point for the cost-effective bus ride to Oakland from Philadelphia.

You can expect to pay around $259 for a bus ticket. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $171 and $594, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

Certainly! You can indeed opt for an overnight bus from Philadelphia to Oakland. 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 Philadelphia to Oakland.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Philadelphia to Oakland, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Philadelphia to Oakland.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Philadelphia to Oakland while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

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.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
Vehicle TypeTravel TimeAvg PriceDaily Departures
Vehicle TypeBusTravel Time3d 11hAvg Price$259Daily Departures26
Vehicle TypeTrainTravel Time3d 9hAvg Price$504Daily Departures8

The best way to travel between Philadelphia 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 $259 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $171. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Oakland, choose the bus, as it will take you from Philadelphia to Oakland in about 3d 9h - that's the fastest way to get there!

Will you be returning to Philadelphia by bus?

Bus from Oakland to Philadelphia

You can also go to Oakland by train

Train from Philadelphia to Oakland

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