Bus Tickets from Salt Lake City to Oakland

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TodayJun 7
from US$179
TomorrowJun 8
from US$114
MonJun 9
from US$114
TueJun 10
from US$160
WedJun 11
from US$147
ThuJun 12
from US$101
FriJun 13
from US$101
SatJun 14

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: June 8 at
    Departure city: Salt Lake City
    Departure location: Salt Lake City Transit Center
    Arrival time: June 9 at
    Destination city: Oakland
    Destination location: West Oakland BART
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 10:29 AM MDT.

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Compare 2 ways to go from Salt Lake City to Oakland

Bus
Average PriceUS$65 - US$179Average Duration16h
24kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$75 - US$158Average Duration18h 17m
86kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Salt Lake City to Oakland

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Oakland. The journey takes about 16 hours, and with fares starting at just US$65, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
16hAverage Duration
US$65Cheapest ticket
24kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Salt Lake City to Oakland: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$90
Average Bus Trip Duration16h
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure8:45pm
Distance952 km

Salt Lake City to Oakland Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from Salt Lake City to Oakland. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

Bus service from Salt Lake City to Oakland will be provided by the most trusted bus companies.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Salt Lake City to Oakland, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Salt Lake City - Oakland

  1. How long is the trip from Salt Lake City to Oakland by bus?

    The typical travel time from Salt Lake City to Oakland by bus is around 16h. If you're looking for the fastest way to get there, you'll find a bus doing the trip in about 16h.

  2. What is the travel distance from Salt Lake City to Oakland?

    The distance covered from Salt Lake City to Oakland is 953 km (591 miles).

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

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Central Station, in Salt Lake City, and end it at Emeryville Station, in Oakland.

  4. What is the cheapest way to go from Salt Lake City to Oakland?

    If you're on a budget, consider traveling by bus to Oakland from Salt Lake City; it tends to be more affordable. With a starting ticket price of US$65, this bus becomes your top pick for this journey.

  5. How much does the bus ticket cost from Salt Lake City to Oakland?

    The bus fare from Salt Lake City to Oakland is approximately US$90.

  6. Is there an overnight bus from Salt Lake City to Oakland?

    Yes! Catch buses leaving from Salt Lake City until 8:45pm and reaching Oakland on the following day.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
06-05
US$207
06-06
US$143
Today
US$171
06-08
US$106
06-09
US$106
06-10
US$152
06-11
US$139
06-12
US$94
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Salt Lake City to Oakland was searched and found on Jun 12, 2025 with a price of US$94

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

You can expect to pay from US$94 to US$207 for a bus ticket from Salt Lake City to Oakland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$94 which is on 2025-06-12.

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 Salt Lake City and Oakland!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Salt Lake City to Oakland, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Salt Lake City to Oakland that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Salt Lake City to Oakland.

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!

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

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

What's the cheapest way to go from Salt Lake City to Oakland?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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