Bus from Oakland to Seattle: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Oakland to Seattle on 30 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
West Oakland BART
Greyhound StationCheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
West Oakland BART
Greyhound StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
West Oakland BART
Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
West Oakland BART
University of WashingtonNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Oakland to Seattle

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Seattle. The journey takes about 20 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just £66, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day
20h 45mAverage duration
680 milesDistance
27kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average price£66 - £355Average duration20h 45m
27kg CO₂e
Train
Average price£90 - £566Average duration22h 30m
99kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Oakland to Seattle

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

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

    The cheapest coach tickets from Oakland to Seattle start from £66. The average price for this route is around £107. 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 journey from Oakland to Seattle?

    The average bus journey time from Oakland to Seattle is 20h 45m, covering a distance of 680 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 17h 50m and is operated by Greyhound.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Oakland to Seattle?

    The earliest bus departs from Oakland to Seattle at 07:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.

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

    A bus journey from Oakland to Seattle produces an estimated 27 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. Which is the best bus company from Oakland to Seattle?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87387 reviews.

  7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Oakland to Seattle?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Oakland to Seattle?

    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 Oakland to Seattle?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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
25/11
£221
26/11
£251
Today
£223
28/11
£191
29/11
£209
30/11
£196
01/12
£141
02/12
£122
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Oakland to Seattle was searched and found on 2 Dec 2025 with a price of £122

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

You can expect to pay from £122 to £251 for a bus ticket from Oakland to Seattle based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £122, which is on 2025-12-02.

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