How much is the bus ticket from Boston to Oakland?

The cheapest coach tickets from Boston to Oakland start from £274. The average price for this route is around £560. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Boston to Oakland?

The average bus journey time from Boston to Oakland is 3d 14h, covering a distance of 2681 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 3d 5h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Boston to Oakland route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Boston to Oakland?

The earliest bus departs from Boston to Oakland at 08:10. And the latest bus departs at 21:50.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Boston to Oakland?

A bus journey from Boston to Oakland produces an estimated 108 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Boston 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 5654 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Boston to Oakland?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Boston 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 Boston 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.

Bus Boston to Oakland from £326 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Boston to Oakland on 31 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	19:35	Boston (South Station)	3d 14h	06:35	West Oakland BART	Cheapest
	Bus	08:10	Boston (South Station)	3d 12h	17:35	West Oakland BART	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	19:35	Boston (South Station)	3d 13h	06:10	Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:00	151 Steel Pl, Cambridge	3d 22h	06:35	West Oakland BART	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:00	151 Steel Pl, Cambridge	3d 22h	06:10	Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Oakland on 4 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:00	151 Steel Pl, Cambridge	3d 22h	06:10	Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	09:15	Boston (South Station)	3d 12h	18:35	West Oakland BART	Fastest
	Bus	19:35	Boston (South Station)	3d 14h	06:35	West Oakland BART	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:00	151 Steel Pl, Cambridge	3d 22h	06:35	West Oakland BART	No tags
	Bus	19:35	Boston (South Station)	3d 13h	06:10	Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 08:16 EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Boston 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 3 days, 14 hours and with fares starting at just £274, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

3d 14hAverage duration

2681 milesDistance

108kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£274 - £835	Average duration3d 14h	CO₂ emissions 108kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£331 - £3,953	Average duration3d 11h	CO₂ emissions 393kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Boston and Oakland?

Stops in Boston

A
Back Bay Station
145 Dartmouth St, Boston, MA 02116, USA
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B
North Station
100 Legends Way, Boston, MA 02114, USA
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C
Copley Square
115-127 St James Ave, Boston, MA 02116, USA
D
Prudential MBTA Station
220 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA 02115, USA
E
Copley MBTA Station
650 Boylston St, Boston, MA 02116, USA
F
Long Wharf
66 Long Wharf, Boston, MA 02110, USA

Stops in Oakland

A
Emeryville Station
5885 Horton St, Emeryville, CA 94608, USA
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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

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,465 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Amtrak

4/55,688 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,823 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Boston, MA, US to Oakland

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much is the bus ticket from Boston to Oakland?
The cheapest coach tickets from Boston to Oakland start from £274. The average price for this route is around £560. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Boston to Oakland?
The average bus journey time from Boston to Oakland is 3d 14h, covering a distance of 2681 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 3d 5h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Boston to Oakland route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Boston to Oakland?
The earliest bus departs from Boston to Oakland at 08:10. And the latest bus departs at 21:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Boston to Oakland?
A bus journey from Boston to Oakland produces an estimated 108 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Boston 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 5654 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Boston to Oakland?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Boston 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 Boston 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

28/12

£580

29/12

£563

Today

No data

31/12

£631

The cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Oakland was searched and found on 29 Dec 2025 with a price of £563

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

You can expect to pay from £563 to £722 for a bus ticket from Boston, MA, US to Oakland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £631, which is on 2025-12-31.