Bus from Oakland to Tacoma: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Oakland to Tacoma on December 1
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
West Oakland BART
TacomaCheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
West Oakland BART
TacomaNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay
TacomaNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 8:06 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Oakland to Tacoma

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Tacoma. The journey takes about 23 hours 38 minutes, and with fares starting at just $158, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day
23h 38mAverage Duration
1046 kmDistance
95kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$112 - $731Average Duration1d 12h
26kg CO₂e
Average Price$158 - $405Average Duration23h 38m
95kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Oakland to Tacoma 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 Tacoma?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Oakland to Tacoma start from $112. The average price for this route is around $207. 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 Tacoma?

    The average bus travel time from Oakland to Tacoma is 1d 12h, covering a distance of 1050 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 19h 45m and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Oakland to Tacoma route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Oakland to Tacoma at 4:35pm. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.

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

    A bus trip from Oakland to Tacoma generates an estimated 26 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 Tacoma?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11380 reviews.

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

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

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

    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 Tacoma?

    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.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Oakland to Tacoma was searched and found on Nov 29, 2025 with a price of $237

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

You can expect to pay from $237 to $237 for a bus ticket from Oakland to Tacoma based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $237 which is on 2025-11-29.

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