How much is the bus ticket from Philadelphia to Oakland?

The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Oakland start from $202. The average price for this route is around $379. 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 Philadelphia to Oakland?

The average bus trip duration from Philadelphia to Oakland is 3d 11h, covering a distance of 2484 miles (4006 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 21h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Oakland route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 20 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Oakland at 1:50am. And the latest bus departs at 10:00pm.

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

A bus trip from Philadelphia to Oakland generates an estimated 100 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 Philadelphia to Oakland?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87518 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

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

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Philadelphia to Oakland?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Philadelphia to Oakland from $259 | Refundable Tickets

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Next departures for Philadelphia to Oakland on February 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	5:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	2d 21h	11:45am	West Oakland BART	Cheapest
	Bus	12:05pm	199 Spring Garden St.	2d 21h	6:10am	Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay	Fastest
	Bus	12:05pm	199 Spring Garden St.	2d 21h	6:35am	West Oakland BART	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:15am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	2d 23h	6:35am	West Oakland BART	No tags
	Bus	8:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	3d 12h	6:10am	Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Philadelphia 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 3 days, 11 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $202, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

20bus per day

3d 11hAverage Duration

2484 milesDistance

100kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$202 - $791	Average Duration3d 11h	CO₂ emissions 100kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$305 - $4,236	Average Duration3d 11h	CO₂ emissions 367kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Philadelphia and Oakland?

Stops in Philadelphia

A
Philadelphia Airport
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B
Independence Travel Center
Off of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
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C
#2842 St.Vincent St
15th St Trolley Station, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA
D
Bus Station
1001 Filbert St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA
E
Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS
3000 Island Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19153, USA
F
NRG SEPTA Station
3701 Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19148, USA

Stops in Oakland

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

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Greyhound

3.5/587,521 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.

FlixBus

3.5/512,191 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

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.

US bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia to Oakland?
The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Oakland start from $202. The average price for this route is around $379. 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 Philadelphia to Oakland?
The average bus trip duration from Philadelphia to Oakland is 3d 11h, covering a distance of 2484 miles (4006 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 21h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Oakland route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 20 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Philadelphia to Oakland?
The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Oakland at 1:50am. And the latest bus departs at 10:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to Oakland?
A bus trip from Philadelphia to Oakland generates an estimated 100 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 Philadelphia to Oakland?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87518 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Oakland?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Philadelphia to Oakland?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Philadelphia to Oakland?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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

02/05

$297

02/06

$282

Today

$398

02/08

$394

02/09

$263

02/10

$437

02/11

$334

02/12

$259

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Oakland was searched and found on Feb 12, 2026 with a price of $259

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

You can expect to pay from $259 to $540 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Oakland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $259 which is on 2026-02-12.