Bus from Palm Springs to Oakland: Tickets & Schedules

Next departures

Next departures for Palm Springs to Oakland on January 30
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Indian Canyon Dr
Jack London SquareCheapest
Amtrak
Indian Canyon Dr
Emeryville StationFastest
Amtrak
Palm Springs Airport (PSP)
Emeryville StationNo tags
Amtrak
Palm Springs Airport (PSP)
Emeryville StationNo tags
Amtrak
Indian Canyon Dr
Emeryville StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 11:38 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Palm Springs 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 14 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $103, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day
14h 20mAverage Duration
691 kmDistance
17kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$103 - $238Average Duration14h 20m
17kg CO₂e
Average Price$132 - $1,134Average Duration19h 4m
61kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Palm Springs 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.

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

    The cheapest bus tickets from Palm Springs to Oakland start from $103. The average price for this route is around $146. 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 Palm Springs to Oakland?

    The average bus travel time from Palm Springs to Oakland is 14h 20m, covering a distance of 691 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 11h 15m and is operated by FlixBus.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, FlixBus, Greyhound.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Palm Springs to Oakland at 6:20am. And the latest bus departs at 8:15pm.

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

    A bus trip from Palm Springs to Oakland 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 Palm Springs 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 5733 reviews.

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

    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 Palm Springs 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.

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

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01-26
$89
01-27
$89
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$89
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01-30
$89
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Palm Springs to Oakland was searched and found on Jan 26, 2026 with a price of $89

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

You can expect to pay from $89 to $124 for a bus ticket from Palm Springs to Oakland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $89 which is on 2026-01-30.

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

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