Bus from Reno to Oakland: Tickets & Schedules

Next departures

Next departures for Reno to Oakland on November 29
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Reno
West Oakland BARTCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Reno
West Oakland BARTFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Sparks (Greyhound Station)
West Oakland BARTNo tags
Amtrak
Reno Station
Emeryville StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Sparks (Greyhound Station)
West Oakland BARTNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 7:17 AM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Reno 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 5 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just $48, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day
5h 55mAverage Duration
293 kmDistance
7kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$48 - $127Average Duration5h 55m
7kg CO₂e
Average Price$96 - $902Average Duration11h 29m
26kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Reno 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 Reno to Oakland?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Reno to Oakland start from $48. The average price for this route is around $54. 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 Reno to Oakland?

    The average bus travel time from Reno to Oakland is 5h 55m, covering a distance of 293 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 5h and is operated by FlixBus.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Greyhound, FlixBus.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Reno to Oakland at 6:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30am.

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

    A bus trip from Reno to Oakland generates an estimated 7 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 Reno 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 5597 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Reno 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 Reno 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 Reno 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.

Best price found
11-26
$110
11-27
$107
Today
$78
11-29
$91
11-30
$110
12-01
$88
12-02
$48
12-03
$44
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Reno to Oakland was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $44

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

You can expect to pay from $44 to $195 for a bus ticket from Reno to Oakland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $44 which is on 2025-12-03.

Usually Greyhound, Amtrak will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

What's the cheapest way to go from Reno to Oakland?

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