Bus Tickets from Chicago, IL to Oakland, CA

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Bus Chicago to Oakland: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$178
Average Bus Trip Duration2d 19h
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure5:15am
Distance2968 km
Latest bus departure11:35pm

Chicago to Oakland Buses

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Chicago - Oakland

  1. How long is the trip from Chicago to Oakland by bus?

    The bus ride from Chicago to Oakland takes 2d 19h, on average. If you're looking for the fastest way to get there, you'll find a bus doing the trip in about 2d 10h.

  2. What is the travel distance from Chicago to Oakland?

    Chicago and Oakland are 2974 km (1844 miles) apart.

  3. How many buses make the trip between Chicago and Oakland each day?

    On average, there are 2 buses on this route, offered by Greyhound and FlixBus.

  4. What time does the first bus depart from Chicago to Oakland, and when is the last one?

    You can catch the bus at 5:15am for the first departure, and it runs until 11:35pm for the final departure. To ensure a smooth trip, consider arriving at the station early for check-in.

  5. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Chicago to Oakland?

    Buses departing from Downtown Greyhound Station in Chicago will take you to Emeryville Station in Oakland.

  6. What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago to Oakland?

    If you're on a budget, consider traveling by bus to Oakland from Chicago; it tends to be more affordable. With a starting ticket price of US$165, this bus becomes your top pick for this journey.

  7. How much does the bus ticket cost from Chicago to Oakland?

    The bus from Chicago to Oakland will cost you US$178, on average.

  8. Is there an overnight bus from Chicago to Oakland?

    Yes! If you're heading from Chicago to Oakland, you'll find buses departing until 11:35pm and arriving the next day.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Chicago to Oakland.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

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Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Chicago to Oakland.

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Did you know?

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to Oakland?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Chicago by bus?

Bus from Chicago to Oakland

You can also go to Oakland by train

Train from Chicago to Oakland

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