How much is the bus ticket from New Orleans to Oakland?

The cheapest bus tickets from New Orleans to Oakland start from $174. The average price for this route is around $502. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from New Orleans to Oakland?

The average bus trip duration from New Orleans to Oakland is 2d 8h, covering a distance of 1912 miles (3083 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 2h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the New Orleans to Oakland route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 5 trains available per day.

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

The earliest bus departs from New Orleans to Oakland at 6:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:15pm.

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

A bus trip from New Orleans to Oakland generates an estimated 77 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Bus New Orleans to Oakland from $227 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for New Orleans to Oakland on December 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:00pm	New Orleans Bus Station	2d 9h	6:10am	Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay	CheapestFastest
	Bus	6:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	2d 14h	6:35am	West Oakland BART	No tags

Next departures for New Orleans to Oakland on December 31
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:10am	New Orleans Bus Station	2d 2h	6:35am	West Oakland BART	Cheapest
Bus	6:10am	New Orleans Bus Station	2d 2h	6:10am	Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay	Fastest
Bus	6:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	2d 14h	6:35am	West Oakland BART	No tags
Bus	6:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	2d 14h	6:10am	Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay	No tags
Bus	6:55am	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	2d 12h	5:35pm	West Oakland BART	No tags

Next departures for New Orleans to Oakland on January 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	6:55am	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	2d 12h	5:35pm	West Oakland BART	Cheapest
	Bus	6:10am	New Orleans Bus Station	2d 2h	6:10am	Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay	Fastest
	Bus	6:10am	New Orleans Bus Station	2d 2h	6:35am	West Oakland BART	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:15pm	New Orleans Bus Station	2d 8h	6:10am	Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay	No tags
	Bus	6:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	2d 14h	6:35am	West Oakland BART	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from New Orleans 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, 8 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $174, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

2d 8hAverage Duration

1912 milesDistance

77kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$174 - $714	Average Duration2d 8h	CO₂ emissions 77kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$284 - $4,569	Average Duration3d 9h	CO₂ emissions 280kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in New Orleans and Oakland?

Stops in New Orleans

A
Union Passenger Terminal
1001 Loyola Ave, New Orleans, LA 70113, USA
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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

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Greyhound

3.5/587,463 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from New Orleans 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.

How much is the bus ticket from New Orleans to Oakland?
The cheapest bus tickets from New Orleans to Oakland start from $174. The average price for this route is around $502. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from New Orleans to Oakland?
The average bus trip duration from New Orleans to Oakland is 2d 8h, covering a distance of 1912 miles (3083 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 2h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the New Orleans to Oakland route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 5 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from New Orleans to Oakland?
The earliest bus departs from New Orleans to Oakland at 6:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New Orleans to Oakland?
A bus trip from New Orleans to Oakland generates an estimated 77 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12/28

$531

12/29

$477

Today

$510

12/31

$374

The cheapest trip from New Orleans to Oakland was searched and found on Dec 31, 2025 with a price of $374

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

You can expect to pay from $374 to $620 for a bus ticket from New Orleans to Oakland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $374 which is on 2025-12-31.