How much is the bus ticket from Truckee to Oakland?

The cheapest bus tickets from Truckee to Oakland start from $46. The average price for this route is around $52. 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 Truckee to Oakland?

The average bus travel time from Truckee to Oakland is 5h 10m, covering a distance of 250 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 44m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Truckee to Oakland route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , Greyhound .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Truckee to Oakland?

The earliest bus departs from Truckee to Oakland at 12:15pm. And the latest bus departs at 12:15pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Truckee to Oakland?

A bus trip from Truckee to Oakland generates an estimated 6 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 Truckee 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 Truckee 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 Truckee 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 Truckee 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.

Bus Truckee to Oakland from $36 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Truckee to Oakland on January 10
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
12:15pm	10065 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee	5h 10m	5:25pm	West Oakland BART	CheapestFastest
9:20am	10065 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee	5h 24m	2:44pm	Jack London Square	No tags
3:10pm	10065 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee	5h 43m	8:53pm	Jack London Square	No tags
3:10pm	10065 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee	1d 3h	6:54pm	Jack London Square	No tags
9:20am	10065 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee	5h 34m	2:54pm	Coliseum/Airport	No tags

Next departures for Truckee to Oakland on January 11
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:20am	10065 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee	5h 24m	2:44pm	Jack London Square	Cheapest
12:15pm	10065 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee	5h 10m	5:25pm	West Oakland BART	Fastest
3:10pm	10065 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee	5h 43m	8:53pm	Jack London Square	No tags
9:20am	10065 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee	5h 34m	2:54pm	Coliseum/Airport	No tags
9:20am	10065 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee	5h 14m	2:34pm	Emeryville Station	No tags

Next departures for Truckee to Oakland on January 12
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
12:15pm	10065 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee	5h 10m	5:25pm	West Oakland BART	Cheapest
8:25am	10065 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee	5h 9m	1:34pm	Emeryville Station	Fastest
8:25am	10065 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee	5h 19m	1:44pm	Jack London Square	No tags
3:10pm	10065 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee	5h 50m	9:00pm	Jack London Square	No tags
3:10pm	10065 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee	7h 53m	11:03pm	Jack London Square	No tags

Next departures for Truckee to Oakland on January 13
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
12:15pm	10065 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee	5h 10m	5:25pm	West Oakland BART	Cheapest
8:25am	10065 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee	5h 9m	1:34pm	Emeryville Station	Fastest
8:25am	10065 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee	5h 19m	1:44pm	Jack London Square	No tags
3:10pm	10065 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee	5h 50m	9:00pm	Jack London Square	No tags
3:10pm	10065 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee	7h 53m	11:03pm	Jack London Square	No tags

Next departures for Truckee to Oakland on January 14
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
12:15pm	10065 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee	5h 10m	5:25pm	West Oakland BART	Cheapest
8:25am	10065 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee	5h 9m	1:34pm	Emeryville Station	Fastest
8:25am	10065 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee	5h 19m	1:44pm	Jack London Square	No tags
3:10pm	10065 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee	5h 50m	9:00pm	Jack London Square	No tags
3:10pm	10065 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee	7h 53m	11:03pm	Jack London Square	No tags

Next departures for Truckee to Oakland on January 15
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
12:15pm	10065 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee	5h 10m	5:25pm	West Oakland BART	Cheapest
8:25am	10065 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee	5h 9m	1:34pm	Emeryville Station	Fastest
8:25am	10065 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee	5h 19m	1:44pm	Jack London Square	No tags
3:10pm	10065 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee	5h 50m	9:00pm	Jack London Square	No tags
3:10pm	10065 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee	7h 53m	11:03pm	Jack London Square	No tags

Next departures for Truckee to Oakland on January 16
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
12:15pm	10065 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee	5h 10m	5:25pm	West Oakland BART	Cheapest
8:25am	10065 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee	5h 9m	1:34pm	Emeryville Station	Fastest
8:25am	10065 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee	5h 19m	1:44pm	Jack London Square	No tags
3:10pm	10065 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee	5h 50m	9:00pm	Jack London Square	No tags
3:10pm	10065 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee	7h 53m	11:03pm	Jack London Square	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Truckee to Oakland

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Oakland. The journey takes about 5 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $46, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

5h 10mAverage Duration

250 kmDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$46 - $156	Average Duration5h 10m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$49 - $894	Average Duration8h 31m	CO₂ emissions 22kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,719 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587,492 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Truckee 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 Truckee to Oakland?
The cheapest bus tickets from Truckee to Oakland start from $46. The average price for this route is around $52. 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 Truckee to Oakland?
The average bus travel time from Truckee to Oakland is 5h 10m, covering a distance of 250 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 44m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Truckee to Oakland route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Greyhound.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Truckee to Oakland?
The earliest bus departs from Truckee to Oakland at 12:15pm. And the latest bus departs at 12:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Truckee to Oakland?
A bus trip from Truckee to Oakland generates an estimated 6 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 Truckee 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 Truckee 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 Truckee 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 Truckee 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.

Best price found

01-07

$72

01-08

$53

Today

$52

01-10

$47

01-11

$72

01-12

$45

01-13

$42

01-14

$38

The cheapest trip from Truckee to Oakland was searched and found on Jan 14, 2026 with a price of $38

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

You can expect to pay from $38 to $75 for a bus ticket from Truckee to Oakland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $38 which is on 2026-01-14.

Usually Greyhound, 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.