Bus from Chicago to Oakland: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Chicago to Oakland on November 30
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
West Oakland BARTCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Downtown Greyhound Station
West Oakland BARTFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Oakland/Berkeley/East BayNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
West Oakland BARTNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
West Oakland BARTNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 10:00 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Oakland

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Oakland. The journey takes about 2 days, 12 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $197, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

29bus per day
2d 12hAverage Duration
1840 milesDistance
74kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$197 - $662Average Duration2d 12h
74kg CO₂e
Average Price$125 - $3,687Average Duration2d 11h
270kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Chicago to Oakland by bus

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

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

    The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Oakland start from $197. The average price for this route is around $232. 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 ride from Chicago to Oakland?

    The average bus trip duration from Chicago to Oakland is 2d 12h, covering a distance of 1840 miles (2968 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 1h and is operated by Greyhound.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 29 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Oakland at 12:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.

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

    A bus trip from Chicago to Oakland generates an estimated 74 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Chicago 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 87387 reviews.

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

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

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Chicago to Oakland?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Chicago 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
11/25
$327
11/26
$279
Today
$255
11/28
$327
11/29
$362
11/30
$293
12/01
$229
12/02
$228
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Oakland was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $228

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

You can expect to pay from $228 to $473 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Oakland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $228 which is on 2025-12-02.

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