How much is the bus ticket from Oakland to Richmond?

The cheapest bus tickets from Oakland to Richmond start from $315. The average price for this route is around $505. 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 Oakland to Richmond?

The average bus travel time from Oakland to Richmond is 3d 3h, covering a distance of 3897 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 22h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Oakland to Richmond route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Oakland to Richmond at 7:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.

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

A bus trip from Oakland to Richmond generates an estimated 97 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 Oakland to Richmond?

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 87435 reviews.

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

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 Oakland to Richmond?

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 Oakland to Richmond?

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 Oakland to Richmond from $347 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Oakland to Richmond on December 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:50pm	Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay	3d 7h	10:30am	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	Cheapest
	Bus	11:50pm	Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay	3d	3:35am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	Fastest
	Bus	11:20pm	West Oakland BART	3d 1h	3:35am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:20pm	West Oakland BART	3d 4h	6:50am	Henrico	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:20pm	West Oakland BART	3d 8h	10:30am	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	No tags

Next departures for Oakland to Richmond on December 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:40am	West Oakland BART	3d 3h	2:00pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	2:05pm	West Oakland BART	2d 21h	2:15pm	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	Fastest
	Bus	2:05pm	West Oakland BART	2d 22h	3:50pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	2:05pm	West Oakland BART	3d 3h	8:15pm	Henrico	No tags
	Bus	11:20pm	West Oakland BART	3d 1h	3:35am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 2:42 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Oakland to Richmond

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Richmond. The journey takes about 3 days, 3 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $315, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

3d 3hAverage Duration

3897 kmDistance

97kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$315 - $814	Average Duration3d 3h	CO₂ emissions 97kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$546 - $4,701	Average Duration3d 8h	CO₂ emissions 356kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Oakland and Richmond?

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

Stops in Richmond

A
Main Street Station
1520 E Main St, Richmond, VA 23219, USA
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B
Staples Mill Road
Richmond Staples Mill Road Amtrak Station, Dumbarton, VA 23228, USA
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C
8531 Fordson Rd
8531 Fordson Rd, Henrico, VA 23229, USA
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D
VCU
351 W Canal St, Richmond, VA 23220, USA
E
2828 W. Broad St.
2828 W Broad St. Richmond, VA 23230 ( Corner N Sheppard St)
F
Greyhound Station
2910 North Blvd, Richmond, VA 23230

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,462 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,801 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 Oakland to Richmond, VA, US 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 Oakland to Richmond?
The cheapest bus tickets from Oakland to Richmond start from $315. The average price for this route is around $505. 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 Oakland to Richmond?
The average bus travel time from Oakland to Richmond is 3d 3h, covering a distance of 3897 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 22h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Oakland to Richmond route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Oakland to Richmond?
The earliest bus departs from Oakland to Richmond at 7:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Oakland to Richmond?
A bus trip from Oakland to Richmond generates an estimated 97 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 Oakland to Richmond?
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 87435 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Oakland to Richmond?
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 Oakland to Richmond?
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 Oakland to Richmond?
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

12-27

No data

12-28

$393

Today

$379

12-30

$347

12-31

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The cheapest trip from Oakland to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on Dec 30, 2025 with a price of $347

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

You can expect to pay from $347 to $508 for a bus ticket from Oakland to Richmond, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $347 which is on 2025-12-30.