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Today2 Sept
from US$233
Tomorrow3 Sept
from US$202
Thu4 Sept
from US$200
Fri5 Sept
from US$162
Sat6 Sept
from US$140
Sun7 Sept
Mon8 Sept
from US$150
Tue9 Sept
from US$171

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 3 September at
    Departure city: Oakland
    Departure location: West Oakland BART
    Arrival time: 6 September at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 3 September at
    Departure city: Oakland
    Departure location: West Oakland BART
    Arrival time: 6 September at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 3 September at
    Departure city: Oakland
    Departure location: Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay
    Arrival time: 7 September at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 3 September at
    Departure city: Oakland
    Departure location: West Oakland BART
    Arrival time: 7 September at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 3 September at
    Departure city: Oakland
    Departure location: West Oakland BART
    Arrival time: 6 September at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Oakland to Washington

Bus
Average priceUS$126 - US$498Average duration3d 12h
98kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$305 - US$689Average duration3d 2h
356kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Oakland to Washington

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 3 days, 12 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just US$126, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

27bus per day
3d 12hAverage duration
US$126Cheapest ticket
98kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Oakland to Washington, DC, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$213
Average bus trip duration3d 12h
Number of daily buses27
Earliest bus departure07:35
Distance2428 miles
Latest bus departure23:50

Oakland to Washington Bus

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Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Washington from Oakland, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Oakland - Washington, DC, US

  1. What's the distance between Oakland and Washington by coach?

    The journey from Oakland to Washington by coach covers an approximate distance of 2425 miles (3910 km).

  2. How can I travel from Oakland to Washington avoiding air travel?

    To travel from Oakland to Washington without flying, you can take the coaches. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
31/08
US$248
01/09
US$203
Today
No data
03/09
US$208
04/09
US$213
05/09
US$203
06/09
US$137
07/09
US$195
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Oakland to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 6 Sept 2025 with a price of US$137

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

You can expect to pay from US$137 to US$315 for a bus ticket from Oakland to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$137, which is on 2025-09-06.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Oakland to Washington.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

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

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Oakland to Washington.

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Did you know?

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.

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

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

What's the cheapest way to go from Oakland to Washington, DC, US?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Oakland by bus?

Bus from Washington, DC, US to Oakland

You can also go to Washington, DC, US by train

Train from Oakland to Washington, DC, US

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