Bus from Oakland to Palm Springs: Tickets & Schedules

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Oakland to Palm Springs on January 28
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBusBus
El Cerrito del Norte BART
Palm SpringsNo tags
FlixBusBus
UC Berkeley (Crescent Lawn)
Palm Springs NorthNo tags
FlixBusBus
UC Berkeley (Crescent Lawn)
Palm SpringsNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
West Oakland BART
Palm Springs NorthNo tags
Greyhound + FlixBus
Bus
West Oakland BART
Palm SpringsNo tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Oakland to Palm Springs

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Palm Springs. The journey takes about 14 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $79, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day
14h 50mAverage Duration
681 kmDistance
17kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$79 - $194Average Duration14h 50m
17kg CO₂e
Average Price$155 - $1,049Average Duration15h 27m
61kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Oakland to Palm Springs by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Oakland to Palm Springs?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Oakland to Palm Springs start from $79. The average price for this route is around $118. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Oakland to Palm Springs?

    The average bus travel time from Oakland to Palm Springs is 14h 50m, covering a distance of 681 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 20m and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Oakland to Palm Springs route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, FlixBus, Greyhound.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Oakland to Palm Springs?

    The earliest bus departs from Oakland to Palm Springs at 7:35am. And the latest bus departs at 11:20pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Oakland to Palm Springs?

    A bus trip from Oakland to Palm Springs generates an estimated 17 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Oakland to Palm Springs?

    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 5733 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Oakland to Palm Springs?

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

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Oakland to Palm Springs?

    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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Oakland to Palm Springs?

    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.

What's the cheapest way to go from Oakland to Palm Springs?

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