How much is the bus ticket from Oakland to Houston?

The cheapest bus tickets from Oakland to Houston start at R 2 484. The average price for this route is around R 4 686. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Oakland to Houston?

The average bus journey time from Oakland to Houston is 2d 9h, covering a distance of 2631 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 18h and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Oakland to Houston route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak , FlixBus .

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

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

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

A bus trip from Oakland to Houston produces an estimated 66 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 Oakland to Houston?

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 5733 reviews.

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

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 Oakland to Houston?

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 Oakland to Houston?

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 Oakland to Houston from R 2 473 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Oakland to Houston on 18 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	21:05	UC Berkeley (Crescent Lawn)	2d 15h	14:10	Downtown Gray & Smith	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	21:05	UC Berkeley (Crescent Lawn)	2d 14h	13:55	Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	21:05	UC Berkeley (Crescent Lawn)	2d 15h	14:10	Downtown Gray & Smith	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	21:05	UC Berkeley (Crescent Lawn)	2d 14h	13:55	Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby	No tags
	Bus	23:20	West Oakland BART	1d 21h	23:15	Houston Bus Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Oakland to Houston

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Houston. The journey takes about 2 days, 1 minute and with fares starting at just R 6 729, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

2d Average duration

2634 kmDistance

240kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 2 484 - R 11 548	Average duration2d 9h	CO₂ emissions 66kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 6 729 - R 6 747	Average duration2d	CO₂ emissions 240kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Oakland and Houston?

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
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C
Oakland Bus Station
2103 San Pablo Ave, Oakland, CA 94612
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D
Greyhound Station
2103 San Pablo Ave, Oakland, CA 94612, USA
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Stops in Houston

A
Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway
6590 Southwest Fwy, Houston, TX 77074, USA
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B
Downtown Greyhound Station
2121 Main St, Houston, TX 77002
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C
Harrisburg Greyhound Station
7000 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA
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D
Harrisburg Senda Station
7011 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA
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E
Clay St & Louisiana St
600-698 Clay St, Houston, TX 77002, USA
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F
Lockwood Dr & Harvey Wilson Dr
820 Lockwood Dr, Houston, TX 77002, USA
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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 511 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Amtrak

4/55 741 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/512 098 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 from Oakland to Houston, US 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 Oakland to Houston?
The cheapest bus tickets from Oakland to Houston start at R 2 484. The average price for this route is around R 4 686. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Oakland to Houston?
The average bus journey time from Oakland to Houston is 2d 9h, covering a distance of 2631 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 18h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Oakland to Houston route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Oakland to Houston?
The earliest bus departs from Oakland to Houston at 07:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Oakland to Houston?
A bus trip from Oakland to Houston produces an estimated 66 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 Oakland to Houston?
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 5733 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Oakland to Houston?
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 Oakland to Houston?
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 Oakland to Houston?
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

16/01

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17/01

R 4 676

Today

R 3 613

19/01

R 4 549

20/01

R 2 869

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22/01

R 3 224

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The cheapest trip from Oakland to Houston, US was searched and found on 20 Jan 2026 with a price of R 2 869

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 869 to R 18 011 for a bus ticket from Oakland to Houston, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 869, which is on 2026-01-20.