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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | UC Riverside | West Oakland BART | Cheapest | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | UC Riverside | Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay | Fastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:43 AM PST.
Get from Riverside to Oakland
The journey takes about 11 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $139, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Riverside and Oakland?
Stops in Riverside
- A
Riverside Bus Station
3911-3956 Mission Inn Avenue, Riverside, CA 92501, USA - B
Commerce St
3767-3791 Commerce St, Riverside, CA 92507, USA
Stops in Oakland
- A5885 Horton St, Emeryville, CA 94608, USA
- 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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Riverside, CA 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.
How much is the bus ticket from Riverside to Oakland?
The cheapest bus tickets from Riverside to Oakland start from $139. The average price for this route is around $272. 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 Riverside to Oakland?
The average bus travel time from Riverside to Oakland is 11h 20m, covering a distance of 617 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 23m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Riverside to Oakland route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Riverside to Oakland?
The earliest bus departs from Riverside to Oakland at 12:15pm. And the latest bus departs at 7:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Riverside to Oakland?
A bus trip from Riverside to Oakland generates an estimated 15 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 Riverside 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 5696 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Riverside to Oakland?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Riverside 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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Riverside 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.
The cheapest trip from Riverside, CA to Oakland was searched and found on Jan 8, 2026 with a price of $90To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Riverside, CA to Oakland, as early as possible.
