Bus from St. Louis to Oakland: Tickets & Schedules

Previously seen trips

Next departures for St. Louis to Oakland on November 27
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
St Louis, MO
UC Berkeley (Crescent Lawn)No tags
GreyhoundBus
St Louis, MO
West Oakland BARTNo tags
Greyhound + FlixBus
Bus
St Louis, MO
UC Berkeley (Crescent Lawn)No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus
Bus
Gateway Station
West Oakland BARTNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
Gateway Station
UC Berkeley (Crescent Lawn)No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from St. Louis 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 2 days, 6 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $242, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day
2d 6hAverage Duration
2789 kmDistance
70kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$242 - $869Average Duration2d 6h
70kg CO₂e
Average Price$362 - $3,591Average Duration3d 3h
254kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from St. Louis 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 St. Louis to Oakland?

    The cheapest bus tickets from St. Louis to Oakland start from $242. The average price for this route is around $457. 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 St. Louis to Oakland?

    The average bus travel time from St. Louis to Oakland is 2d 6h, covering a distance of 2789 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 21h and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the St. Louis to Oakland route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day.

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

    The earliest bus departs from St. Louis to Oakland at 1:00am. And the latest bus departs at 4:30pm.

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

    A bus trip from St. Louis to Oakland generates an estimated 70 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from St. Louis to Oakland was searched and found on Nov 25, 2025 with a price of $285

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