Bus from Riverside, CA to Oakland: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Riverside to Oakland on January 7
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBusBus
UC Riverside
El Cerrito del Norte BARTNo tags
FlixBusBus
UC Riverside
UC Berkeley (Crescent Lawn)No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
UC Riverside
West Oakland BARTNo tags
FlixBusBus
UC Riverside
West Oakland BARTNo tags
FlixBusBus
UC Riverside
El Cerrito del Norte BARTNo tags

Get from Riverside to Oakland

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 11 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $98, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
11h 20mAverage Duration
382 milesDistance
15kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Riverside, CA 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 Riverside to Oakland?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Riverside to Oakland start from $98. The average price for this route is around $192. 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 Riverside to Oakland?

    The average bus trip duration from Riverside to Oakland is 11h 20m, covering a distance of 382 miles (617 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 23m and is operated by Amtrak.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, FlixBus.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Riverside to Oakland at 12:15pm. And the latest bus departs at 7:00pm.

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

    A bus trip from Riverside to Oakland generates an estimated 15 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 Riverside 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 5696 reviews.

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

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Riverside 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 Riverside 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.

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