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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Glendale Station | Jack London Square | Cheapest | |||||
| Glendale Station | Emeryville Station | Fastest | |||||
| Glendale Station | Jack London Square | No tags | |||||
 | Glendale Station | West Oakland BART | No tags | |||||
| Glendale Station | Jack London Square | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Glendale to Oakland
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Oakland. The journey takes about 10 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $181, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Glendale, 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.
How much is the bus ticket from Glendale to Oakland?
The cheapest bus tickets from Glendale to Oakland start from $181. The average price for this route is around $246. 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 Glendale to Oakland?
The average bus travel time from Glendale to Oakland is 10h 45m, covering a distance of 548 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 41m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Glendale to Oakland route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Glendale to Oakland?
The earliest bus departs from Glendale to Oakland at 7:25pm. And the latest bus departs at 7:25pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Glendale to Oakland?
A bus trip from Glendale to Oakland generates an estimated 14 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 Glendale 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.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Glendale 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 Glendale to Oakland?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Amtrak, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Glendale 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.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Glendale, CA to Oakland was searched and found on Jan 13, 2026 with a price of $102To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Glendale, CA to Oakland, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $102 to $191 for a bus ticket from Glendale, CA to Oakland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $102 which is on 2026-01-13.
Usually Amtrak will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
