How much is the bus ticket from Boston to Oakland?

The cheapest bus tickets from Boston to Oakland start from $506. The average price for this route is around $1,034. 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 Boston to Oakland?

The average bus travel time from Boston to Oakland is 3d 14h, covering a distance of 4323 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3d 5h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Boston to Oakland route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak , FlixBus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Boston to Oakland?

The earliest bus departs from Boston to Oakland at 8:10am. And the latest bus departs at 9:50pm.

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

A bus trip from Boston to Oakland generates an estimated 108 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Boston 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 5654 reviews.

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

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

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Boston to Oakland?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 Boston to Oakland?

According to Busbud traveller 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 Boston to Oakland from $601 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Boston to Oakland on December 31
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	7:35pm	Boston (South Station)	3d 14h	6:35am	West Oakland BART	Cheapest
	Bus	8:10am	Boston (South Station)	3d 12h	5:35pm	West Oakland BART	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:35pm	Boston (South Station)	3d 13h	6:10am	Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:00am	151 Steel Pl, Cambridge	3d 22h	6:35am	West Oakland BART	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:00am	151 Steel Pl, Cambridge	3d 22h	6:10am	Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Oakland on January 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:00am	151 Steel Pl, Cambridge	3d 22h	6:10am	Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:15am	Boston (South Station)	3d 12h	6:35pm	West Oakland BART	Fastest
	Bus	7:35pm	Boston (South Station)	3d 14h	6:35am	West Oakland BART	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:00am	151 Steel Pl, Cambridge	3d 22h	6:35am	West Oakland BART	No tags
	Bus	7:35pm	Boston (South Station)	3d 13h	6:10am	Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 8:16 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Boston 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, 14 hours, and with fares starting at just $506, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

3d 14hAverage Duration

4323 kmDistance

108kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$506 - $1,541	Average Duration3d 14h	CO₂ emissions 108kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$611 - $7,296	Average Duration3d 11h	CO₂ emissions 393kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Boston and Oakland?

Stops in Boston

A
Back Bay Station
145 Dartmouth St, Boston, MA 02116, USA
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B
North Station
100 Legends Way, Boston, MA 02114, USA
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C
Copley Square
115-127 St James Ave, Boston, MA 02116, USA
D
Prudential MBTA Station
220 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA 02115, USA
E
Copley MBTA Station
650 Boylston St, Boston, MA 02116, USA
F
Long Wharf
66 Long Wharf, Boston, MA 02110, 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

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,463 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Amtrak

4/55,688 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,822 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Boston, MA, 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 Boston to Oakland?
The cheapest bus tickets from Boston to Oakland start from $506. The average price for this route is around $1,034. 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 Boston to Oakland?
The average bus travel time from Boston to Oakland is 3d 14h, covering a distance of 4323 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3d 5h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Boston to Oakland route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Boston to Oakland?
The earliest bus departs from Boston to Oakland at 8:10am. And the latest bus departs at 9:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Boston to Oakland?
A bus trip from Boston to Oakland generates an estimated 108 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Boston 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 5654 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Boston to Oakland?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Boston to Oakland?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 Boston to Oakland?
According to Busbud traveller 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

12-28

$1,070

12-29

$1,039

Today

No data

12-31

$1,164

The cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Oakland was searched and found on Dec 29, 2025 with a price of $1,039

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

You can expect to pay from $1,039 to $1,333 for a bus ticket from Boston, MA, US to Oakland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $1,164 which is on 2025-12-31.