Bus from Los Angeles, US to Oakland: Tickets & Timetables
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Next departures from Los Angeles to Oakland on 27 December
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Union Station
Emeryville Station
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Los Angeles Union Station
Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay
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Los Angeles Union Station
West Oakland BART
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Los Angeles Union Station
West Oakland BART
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UCLA
Emeryville Station
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Next departures from Los Angeles to Oakland on 28 December
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UCLA
Emeryville Station
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Los Angeles Union Station
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Los Angeles Union Station
West Oakland BART
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Los Angeles Union Station
West Oakland BART
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UCLA
Emeryville Station
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Next departures from Los Angeles to Oakland on 29 December
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Union Station
Emeryville Station
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Los Angeles Union Station
Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay
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Los Angeles Union Station
West Oakland BART
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Los Angeles Union Station
West Oakland BART
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UCLA
Emeryville Station
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Next departures from Los Angeles to Oakland on 30 December
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Union Station
Emeryville Station
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Los Angeles Union Station
Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay
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Los Angeles Union Station
West Oakland BART
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Los Angeles Union Station
West Oakland BART
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UCLA
Emeryville Station
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Next departures from Los Angeles to Oakland on 31 December
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UCLA
Emeryville Station
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Los Angeles Union Station
Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay
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Los Angeles Union Station
West Oakland BART
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Los Angeles Union Station
West Oakland BART
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UCLA
Emeryville Station
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Next departures from Los Angeles to Oakland on 1 January
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Union Station
Emeryville Station
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Los Angeles Union Station
Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay
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Los Angeles Union Station
West Oakland BART
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UCLA
Emeryville Station
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Los Angeles Union Station
West Oakland BART
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Next departures from Los Angeles to Oakland on 2 January
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Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood
West Oakland BART
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Los Angeles Union Station
Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay
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Los Angeles Union Station
West Oakland BART
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UCLA
Emeryville Station
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Los Angeles Union Station
West Oakland BART
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Next departures from Los Angeles to Oakland on 3 January
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Union Station
Emeryville Station
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Los Angeles Union Station
Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay
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Los Angeles Union Station
West Oakland BART
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UCLA
Emeryville Station
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Los Angeles Union Station
West Oakland BART
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Los Angeles 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 8 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 721, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Based on 5680 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 224
Amtrak Los Angeles Oakland recent customer reviews
Based on 11759 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at R 806
FlixBus Los Angeles Oakland recent customer reviews
Bus was on time and left right on the specified departure time which was great. But, the bus itself and the seats looked really worn down, like maintenance has not been given to the inside of the bus for a while, and the AC on the bus was absurdly cold.
According to 30 reviews, Greyhound received a 3-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the temperature, but some complained about the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at R 721
Greyhound Los Angeles Oakland recent customer reviews
Bus driver left behind a mother and her young daughter at rest stop in coalinga. Completely inappropriate and unacceptable behavior, without any real reason. Driver insisted that a timeline needed to be adhered to, however the passengers left behind were within 30 feet of the bus and all of the passengers onboard were advocating for the driver to turn around and allow them onboard. We found this behavior egregious and unnecessary, and felt our safety was compromised from that point forward.
1 out of 5 stars
Leah J.
I booked a ticket and got the email that I should have got up on 5951 Hollywood Blvd. but when l arrived there by Uber I Couldn't find the location. I had to call your service department, a lady told me another location about 10miles from Hollywood Blvd. when I headed to there. The eight o'clock bus had left. I had to change to the10o'clock bus. I don't know if the Hollywood bus stop was cancelled? why was it still in the ticket list?
2 out of 5 stars
Dong J.
Was the worst bus experience in my life im considering never useing greyhound again in life
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Los Angeles, US to Oakland by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Los Angeles to Oakland?
The cheapest bus tickets from Los Angeles to Oakland start at R 721. The average price for this route is around R 1 028. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Los Angeles to Oakland?
The average bus journey time from Los Angeles to Oakland is 8h 50m, covering a distance of 541 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 7h 5m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Los Angeles to Oakland route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, FlixBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Los Angeles to Oakland?
The earliest bus departs from Los Angeles to Oakland at 00:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Los Angeles to Oakland?
A bus trip from Los Angeles to Oakland produces an estimated 14 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Los Angeles 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 bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Los Angeles to Oakland?
Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles 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
25/12
R 1 982
26/12
R 2 597
Today
R 1 316
28/12
R 1 367
29/12
R 1 316
30/12
R 1 316
31/12
R 1 367
The cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to Oakland was searched and found on 27 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 316
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Los Angeles, US to Oakland as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 316 to R 6 134 for a bus ticket from Los Angeles, US to Oakland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 316, which is on 2025-12-29.
Usually FlixBus 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 Los Angeles, US to Oakland?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
The cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to Oakland was searched and found on 27 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 316
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
