Previously seen trips
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Boston (South Station) | West Oakland BART | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Boston (South Station) | Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Boston (South Station) | West Oakland BART | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Boston (South Station) | UC Berkeley (Crescent Lawn) | No tags | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | Boston (South Station) | El Cerrito del Norte BART | No tags |
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Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Oakland. The journey takes about 3 days, 14 hours, and with fares starting at just $353, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Boston and Oakland?
Stops in Boston
- A145 Dartmouth St, Boston, MA 02116, USA
- B100 Legends Way, Boston, MA 02114, USA
- C335 Grove St, Auburndale, MA 02466
- D
Prudential MBTA Station
220 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA 02115, USA - E
Copley MBTA Station
650 Boylston St, Boston, MA 02116, USA - F
Long Wharf
66 Long Wharf, Boston, MA 02110, USA
Stops in Oakland
- A5885 Horton St, Emeryville, CA 94608, USA
- 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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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Boston, MA, US 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 Boston to Oakland?
The cheapest bus tickets from Boston to Oakland start from $353. The average price for this route is around $674. 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 Boston to Oakland?
The average bus travel time from Boston to Oakland is 3d 14h, covering a distance of 4315 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3d 5h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Boston to Oakland route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Boston to Oakland?
The earliest bus departs from Boston to Oakland at 1:30am. And the latest bus departs at 7:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Boston to Oakland?
A bus trip from Boston to Oakland generates an estimated 108 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Boston 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 5733 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Boston to Oakland?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Boston to Oakland?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Boston 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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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Oakland was searched and found on Jan 21, 2026 with a price of $702To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Boston, MA, US to Oakland, as early as possible.
What's the cheapest way to go from Boston, MA, US to Oakland?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
