How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Oakland?

The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Oakland start from $322. The average price for this route is around $328. 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 Chicago to Oakland?

The average bus travel time from Chicago to Oakland is 2d 9h, covering a distance of 2973 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 7h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Chicago to Oakland route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Oakland at 12:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.

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

A bus trip from Chicago to Oakland generates an estimated 74 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 Chicago 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 87463 reviews.

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

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

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

According to Busbud traveller 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 Chicago to Oakland from $309 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Chicago to Oakland on January 11
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:01pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d 8h	6:35pm	West Oakland BART	CheapestFastest
	Bus	10:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d 10h	6:35am	West Oakland BART	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:05am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2d 9h	6:35pm	West Oakland BART	No tags
	Bus	10:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d 9h	6:10am	Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:25pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2d 13h	6:35am	West Oakland BART	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Oakland on January 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:01pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d 8h	6:35pm	West Oakland BART	CheapestFastest
	Bus	10:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d 10h	6:35am	West Oakland BART	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:05am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2d 9h	6:35pm	West Oakland BART	No tags
	Bus	10:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d 9h	6:10am	Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:25pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2d 13h	6:35am	West Oakland BART	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Oakland on January 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:10pm	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	3d 9h	6:35am	West Oakland BART	Cheapest
	Bus	10:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d 9h	6:10am	Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay	Fastest
	Bus	10:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d 10h	6:35am	West Oakland BART	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:25pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2d 13h	6:35am	West Oakland BART	No tags
	Bus	10:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	2d 22h	6:35am	West Oakland BART	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Oakland on January 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:40pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2d 8h	6:35am	West Oakland BART	Cheapest
Bus	11:40pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2d 8h	6:10am	Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay	Fastest
Bus	10:50pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d 9h	6:35am	West Oakland BART	No tags
Bus	10:50pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d 9h	6:10am	Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay	No tags
Bus	11:10pm	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	2d 9h	6:35am	West Oakland BART	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Oakland on January 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:40pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2d 8h	6:35am	West Oakland BART	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:40am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2d 7h	6:10am	Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:15am	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d 8h	6:35am	West Oakland BART	No tags
	Bus	10:50pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d 9h	6:35am	West Oakland BART	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:15am	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d 7h	6:10am	Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Oakland on January 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:15am	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d 7h	6:10am	Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:40am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2d 7h	6:10am	Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:15am	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d 8h	6:35am	West Oakland BART	No tags
	Bus	10:50pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d 9h	6:35am	West Oakland BART	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:01pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d 8h	6:35pm	West Oakland BART	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Oakland on January 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:01pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d 8h	6:35pm	West Oakland BART	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:40am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2d 7h	6:10am	Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:15am	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d 8h	6:35am	West Oakland BART	No tags
	Bus	10:50pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d 9h	6:35am	West Oakland BART	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:15am	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d 7h	6:10am	Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago 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 2 days, 9 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $322, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day

2d 9hAverage Duration

2973 kmDistance

74kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$322 - $783	Average Duration2d 9h	CO₂ emissions 74kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$178 - $4,671	Average Duration2d 11h	CO₂ emissions 270kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Oakland?

Stops in Chicago

A
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
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B
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
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C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA
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D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA
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E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA
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F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA
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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
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C
Oakland Bus Station
2103 San Pablo Ave, Oakland, CA 94612
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D
Greyhound Station
2103 San Pablo Ave, Oakland, CA 94612, USA
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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,492 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,983 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 Chicago 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 Chicago to Oakland?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Oakland start from $322. The average price for this route is around $328. 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 Chicago to Oakland?
The average bus travel time from Chicago to Oakland is 2d 9h, covering a distance of 2973 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 7h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Oakland route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Chicago to Oakland?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Oakland at 12:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Oakland?
A bus trip from Chicago to Oakland generates an estimated 74 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 Chicago 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 87463 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Oakland?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Chicago 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 Chicago to Oakland?
According to Busbud traveller 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

01-07

$396

01-08

$406

Today

$379

01-10

$313

01-11

$327

01-12

$354

01-13

$356

01-14

$359

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Oakland was searched and found on Jan 10, 2026 with a price of $313

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

You can expect to pay from $313 to $570 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Oakland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $313 which is on 2026-01-10.