Bus Tickets from Seattle, WA to Oakland, CA

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TomorrowApr 24
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FriApr 25
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SatApr 26
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SunApr 27
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MonApr 28
from US$90
TueApr 29
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WedApr 30
from US$95
ThuMay 1

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: April 24 at
    Departure city: Seattle
    Departure location: Greyhound Station
    Arrival time: April 25 at
    Destination city: Oakland
    Destination location: West Oakland BART
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Seattle to Oakland: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$96
Average Bus Trip Duration20h 15m
Number of daily buses5
Earliest bus departure2:55pm
Distance1072 km
Latest bus departure11:10pm

Seattle to Oakland Bus

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We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from Seattle to Oakland.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Oakland from Seattle, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Seattle - Oakland

  1. How long does it take to get to Oakland from Seattle by bus?

    The typical travel time from Seattle to Oakland by bus is around 20h 15m. For the shortest travel time, select the fastest bus available, which will take you to Oakland in about 18h 15m.

  2. What is the distance between Seattle and Oakland?

    The distance covered from Seattle to Oakland is 1092 km (677 miles).

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Seattle to Oakland?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Greyhound Station, in Seattle, and end it at Emeryville Station, in Oakland.

  4. What is the cheapest way to go from Seattle to Oakland?

    The least expensive option to go from Seattle to Oakland would be going by bus. Starting at US$75, this bus is the most cost-effective option for your journey.

  5. How much is the bus from Seattle to Oakland?

    The bus fare from Seattle to Oakland is approximately US$96.

  6. Is it possible to travel by overnight bus from Seattle to Oakland?

    Yes! Catch buses leaving from Seattle until 11:10pm and reaching Oakland on the following day.

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

Best price found
04-21
US$156
04-22
US$108
Today
US$112
04-24
US$135
04-25
US$94
04-26
US$94
04-27
US$102
04-28
US$83
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Seattle to Oakland was searched and found on Apr 28, 2025 with a price of US$83

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

You can expect to pay from US$83 to US$156 for a bus ticket from Seattle to Oakland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$83 which is on 2025-04-28.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Seattle to Oakland.

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 Seattle to Oakland.

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Did you know?

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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

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