How much is the bus ticket from Washington to Oakland?

The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Oakland start at R 2 862. The average price for this route is around R 5 155. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Washington to Oakland?

The average bus journey time from Washington to Oakland is 3d 11h, covering a distance of 3903 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2d 21h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Washington to Oakland route?

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

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

The earliest bus departs from Washington to Oakland at 00:55. And the latest bus departs at 22:10.

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

A bus trip from Washington 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 Washington to Oakland?

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 87500 reviews.

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

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

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Washington 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 Washington to Oakland?

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.

Bus Washington to Oakland from R 3 218 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Washington to Oakland on 22 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	15:25	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	2d 23h	11:45	West Oakland BART	Cheapest
	Bus	10:55	Union Station	2d 22h	06:10	Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay	Fastest
	Bus	10:55	Union Station	2d 22h	06:35	West Oakland BART	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	18:30	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	3d 15h	06:35	West Oakland BART	No tags
	Bus	22:10	Union Station	3d 11h	06:35	West Oakland BART	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Oakland on 23 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	18:30	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	3d 14h	06:10	Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	13:35	Union Station	2d 19h	06:10	Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	13:35	Union Station	2d 20h	06:35	West Oakland BART	No tags
	Bus	22:10	Union Station	3d 11h	06:35	West Oakland BART	No tags
	Bus	22:10	Union Station	3d 11h	06:10	Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Oakland on 24 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	15:25	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	2d 23h	11:45	West Oakland BART	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	13:35	Union Station	2d 19h	06:10	Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	13:35	Union Station	2d 20h	06:35	West Oakland BART	No tags
	Bus	17:35	Union Station	2d 21h	11:45	West Oakland BART	No tags
	Bus	22:10	Union Station	3d 11h	06:10	Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Oakland on 25 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	15:25	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	2d 23h	11:45	West Oakland BART	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	13:35	Union Station	2d 19h	06:10	Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	13:35	Union Station	2d 20h	06:35	West Oakland BART	No tags
	Bus	17:35	Union Station	2d 21h	11:45	West Oakland BART	No tags
	Bus	22:10	Union Station	3d 11h	06:10	Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 5:10 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Washington 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, 11 hours and with fares starting at just R 2 862, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14bus per day

3d 11hAverage duration

3903 kmDistance

98kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 2 862 - R 13 243	Average duration3d 11h	CO₂ emissions 98kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 3 386 - R 62 968	Average duration3d 10h	CO₂ emissions 355kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Washington and Oakland?

Stops in Washington

A
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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B
Dupont Circle
1500 20th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA
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C
Metro Center Station
663 11th St NW, Washington, D.C., DC 20004, USA
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D
L’Enfant Plaza
In front of McDonald's, 400 C St SW, Washington, DC 20024, USA
E
10th Street NW
Charter bus loading zone in front of Madame Tussaud's, 610 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
F
Foggy Bottom
1905 G St NW, Washington, DC 20431, 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

3.5/587 516 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

WiFi2.5

FlixBus

3.5/512 134 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 Washington, DC, 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 Washington to Oakland?
The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Oakland start at R 2 862. The average price for this route is around R 5 155. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Washington to Oakland?
The average bus journey time from Washington to Oakland is 3d 11h, covering a distance of 3903 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2d 21h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Washington to Oakland route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Washington to Oakland?
The earliest bus departs from Washington to Oakland at 00:55. And the latest bus departs at 22:10.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Washington to Oakland?
A bus trip from Washington 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 Washington to Oakland?
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 87500 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Washington to Oakland?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Washington 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 Washington to Oakland?
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

20/01

R 3 702

21/01

R 3 718

Today

R 3 702

23/01

R 3 410

24/01

R 3 702

25/01

R 3 718

26/01

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No data

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Oakland was searched and found on 23 Jan 2026 with a price of R 3 410

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

You can expect to pay from R 3 410 to R 11 089 for a bus ticket from Washington, DC, US to Oakland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 3 410, which is on 2026-01-23.