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Operated by: GreyhoundGreyhound
11:30AM
5h55m
5:25PM
Reno - Reno
Cheapest
Oakland - West Oakland BART
Cheapest
Operated by: GreyhoundGreyhound
3:50PM
6h45m
10:35PM
Reno - Reno
2nd Cheapest
Oakland - West Oakland BART
2nd Cheapest
Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
8:00AM
4h45m
12:45PM
Reno - Reno
Fastest
Oakland - West Oakland BART
Fastest
Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
7:45AM
5h48m
1:33PM
Reno - Reno Station
Oakland - Emeryville Station
Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
2:10PM
5h24m
7:34PM
Reno - Reno Station
Oakland - Emeryville Station
Bus Reno to Oakland: Trip Overview

Bus Reno to Oakland: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$80
Average bus trip duration5h 59m
Number of daily buses6
Earliest bus departure6:45 AM
Distance179 miles (288 km)
Latest bus departure3:50 PM

Reno to Oakland Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures6
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures6:45AM - 3:50PM
Minimum Price$26
Average Ticket Price$80
Minimum Trip Duration4h40m
Average Bus Trip Duration5h59m
Distance179 miles (288 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteGreyhound, FlixBus
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Reno - Oakland

You can take a bus or a train to go from Reno to Oakland. Both are convenient 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 Reno to Oakland is about 5h 59m, although the fastest bus will take 4h 40m, on average. This is the time it takes to travel the 179 miles (288 km) that separate the two cities.

The distance separating Reno and Oakland is 179 miles (288 km).

You can choose from 6 travel times and travel with Greyhound and FlixBus. The number of buses from Reno to Oakland can differ depending on the day of the week. Simplify your trip from Reno to Oakland by checking the schedules and selecting the bus that fits your travel needs and budget on Busbud.

The bus service operates between 6:45 AM and 3:50 PM.

If you're headed to Oakland from Reno, chances are that your bus will leave from Reno Station and arrive at Emeryville Station. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

The cheapest way to travel this route is by bus. The lowest price for the bus on this route is $33.

You can expect to pay around $80 for a bus ticket. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $33 to $80, so it's good to do your research before booking.

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
03/17
$26
Today
$27
03/19
$27
03/20
No data
03/21
$26
03/22
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03/23
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03/24
$29
The cheapest trip from Reno to Oakland was searched and found on Mar 21, 2024 with a price of $26

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

You can expect to pay from $26 to $76 for a bus ticket from Reno to Oakland based on the last 1 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $26 which is on 2024-03-21.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Reno and Oakland!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Reno to Oakland, get comfy and count the stars.

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 Reno to Oakland.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Reno to Oakland, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

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!

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

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
Vehicle TypeTravel TimeAvg PriceDaily Departures
Vehicle TypeBusTravel Time5h 59mAvg Price$80Daily Departures6
Vehicle TypeTrainTravel Time9h 16mAvg Price$133Daily Departures4

The best way to travel between Reno 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 $80 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $33. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Oakland, choose the bus, as it will take you from Reno to Oakland in about 5h 59m - that's the fastest way to get there!

Will you be returning to Reno by bus?

Bus from Oakland to Reno

You can also go to Oakland by train

Train from Reno to Oakland

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