How much is the bus ticket from Richmond to Oakland?

The cheapest bus tickets from Richmond to Oakland start at R 3 905. The average price for this route is around R 5 414. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Richmond to Oakland?

The average bus journey time from Richmond to Oakland is 3d 9h, covering a distance of 3910 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2d 22h and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Richmond to Oakland route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Richmond to Oakland at 05:45. And the latest bus departs at 23:45.

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

A bus trip from Richmond to Oakland produces an estimated 98 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 Richmond 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 5597 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Richmond 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 Richmond 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 Richmond 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 Richmond to Oakland from R 3 797 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Richmond to Oakland on 6 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	13:50	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	3d	11:45	West Oakland BART	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:25	Henrico	2d 21h	06:10	Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay	Fastest
	Bus	09:25	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	3d	06:35	West Oakland BART	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	18:00	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	3d 3h	18:35	West Oakland BART	No tags
	Bus	14:10	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	3d	11:45	West Oakland BART	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 10:32 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Richmond 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, 9 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just R 3 905, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14bus per day

3d 9hAverage duration

3910 kmDistance

98kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 3 905 - R 13 929	Average duration3d 9h	CO₂ emissions 98kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 4 960 - R 81 805	Average duration3d 18h	CO₂ emissions 354kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Richmond and Oakland?

Stops in Richmond

A
Main Street Station
1520 E Main St, Richmond, VA 23219, USA
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B
Staples Mill Road
Richmond Staples Mill Road Amtrak Station, Dumbarton, VA 23228, USA
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C
8531 Fordson Rd
8531 Fordson Rd, Henrico, VA 23229, USA
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D
VCU
351 W Canal St, Richmond, VA 23220, USA
E
2828 W. Broad St.
2828 W Broad St. Richmond, VA 23230 ( Corner N Sheppard St)
F
Greyhound Station
2910 North Blvd, Richmond, VA 23230

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

Amtrak

4/55 621 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587 412 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511 502 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Richmond, VA, 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 Richmond to Oakland?
The cheapest bus tickets from Richmond to Oakland start at R 3 905. The average price for this route is around R 5 414. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Richmond to Oakland?
The average bus journey time from Richmond to Oakland is 3d 9h, covering a distance of 3910 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2d 22h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Richmond to Oakland route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Richmond to Oakland?
The earliest bus departs from Richmond to Oakland at 05:45. And the latest bus departs at 23:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Richmond to Oakland?
A bus trip from Richmond to Oakland produces an estimated 98 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 Richmond 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 5597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Richmond 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 Richmond 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 Richmond 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

30/11

R 8 340

01/12

R 6 858

Today

R 4 560

03/12

R 3 955

04/12

No data

05/12

No data

06/12

R 3 815

07/12

No data

The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Oakland was searched and found on 06 Dec 2025 with a price of R 3 815

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

You can expect to pay from R 3 815 to R 26 293 for a bus ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Oakland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 3 815, which is on 2025-12-06.