Bus Tickets from Raleigh to Oakland

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from US$241
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from US$233
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: September 4 at
    Departure city: Raleigh
    Departure location: Raleigh Bus Station
    Arrival time: September 7 at
    Destination city: Oakland
    Destination location: Richmond BART
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: September 4 at
    Departure city: Raleigh
    Departure location: Raleigh Bus Station
    Arrival time: September 7 at
    Destination city: Oakland
    Destination location: West Oakland BART
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: September 4 at
    Departure city: Raleigh
    Departure location: Raleigh Bus Station
    Arrival time: September 7 at
    Destination city: Oakland
    Destination location: West Oakland BART
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: September 4 at
    Departure city: Raleigh
    Departure location: Raleigh Bus Station
    Arrival time: September 7 at
    Destination city: Oakland
    Destination location: West Oakland BART
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: September 4 at
    Departure city: Raleigh
    Departure location: Raleigh Bus Station
    Arrival time: September 7 at
    Destination city: Oakland
    Destination location: West Oakland BART
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Raleigh to Oakland

Bus
Average PriceUS$231 - US$397Average Duration3d 2h
96kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$391 - US$787Average Duration4d 2h
351kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Raleigh to Oakland

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Oakland. The journey takes about 3 days, 2 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$231, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15bus per day
3d 2hAverage Duration
US$231Cheapest ticket
96kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Raleigh to Oakland: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$260
Average Bus Trip Duration3d 2h
Number of daily buses15
Earliest bus departure7:50am
Distance3860 km
Latest bus departure9:55pm

Raleigh to Oakland Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Raleigh - Oakland

  1. How far is Raleigh from Oakland?

    The distance between Raleigh and Oakland is approximately 3861 km (2394 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Raleigh to Oakland?

    Buses departing from Raleigh Greyhound Bus Station in Raleigh will take you to Emeryville Station in Oakland.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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09-02
US$235
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US$236
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US$226
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Raleigh to Oakland was searched and found on Sep 5, 2025 with a price of US$226

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

You can expect to pay from US$226 to US$258 for a bus ticket from Raleigh to Oakland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$226 which is on 2025-09-05.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Raleigh and Oakland!

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Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Raleigh to Oakland will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

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Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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