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Today30 Jul
Tomorrow31 Jul
from US$201
Fri1 Aug
Sat2 Aug
from US$189
Sun3 Aug
from US$184
Mon4 Aug
Tue5 Aug
Wed6 Aug

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 31 July at
    Departure city: St. Louis
    Departure location: Gateway Station
    Arrival time: 2 August at
    Destination city: Oakland
    Destination location: West Oakland BART
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 31 July at
    Departure city: St. Louis
    Departure location: Gateway Station
    Arrival time: 2 August at
    Destination city: Oakland
    Destination location: West Oakland BART
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 31 July at
    Departure city: St. Louis
    Departure location: Gateway Station
    Arrival time: 2 August at
    Destination city: Oakland
    Destination location: UC Berkeley (Crescent Lawn)
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 31 July at
    Departure city: St. Louis
    Departure location: Gateway Station
    Arrival time: 2 August at
    Destination city: Oakland
    Destination location: Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 31 July at
    Departure city: St. Louis
    Departure location: Gateway Station
    Arrival time: 2 August at
    Destination city: Oakland
    Destination location: UC Berkeley (Crescent Lawn)
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from St. Louis to Oakland

Bus
Average priceUS$147 - US$634Average duration2d 4h
69kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$372 - US$562Average duration2d 12h
254kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from St. Louis to Oakland

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Oakland. The journey takes about 2 days, 4 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just US$147, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day
2d 4hAverage duration
US$147Cheapest ticket
69kgCO₂ emissions

Bus St. Louis to Oakland: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$211
Average bus trip duration2d 4h
Number of daily buses9
Earliest bus departure01:35
Distance1720 miles
Latest bus departure16:30

St. Louis to Oakland Bus

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

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Frequently asked questions on the trip St. Louis - Oakland

  1. How much does a bus ticket from St. Louis to Oakland cost?

    The bus ticket price from St. Louis to Oakland starts at US$147. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from St. Louis to Oakland is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the bus ride from St. Louis to Oakland?

    The average travel time between St. Louis and Oakland is around 2d 4h, although the fastest bus will take about 1d 21h. This is the time it takes to travel the 1732 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily bus connections are there between St. Louis and Oakland?

    The number of buses from St. Louis to Oakland can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 9 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from St. Louis to Oakland by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which bus companies travel from St. Louis to Oakland?

    When taking the bus from St. Louis to Oakland, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
28/07
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29/07
US$141
Today
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31/07
US$193
01/08
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02/08
US$223
03/08
US$176
04/08
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from St. Louis to Oakland was searched and found on 29 Jul 2025 with a price of US$141

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

You can expect to pay from US$141 to US$283 for a bus ticket from St. Louis to Oakland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$176, which is on 2025-08-03.

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 St. Louis and Oakland!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from St. Louis to Oakland, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from St. Louis to Oakland will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from St. Louis to Oakland while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

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

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.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

What's the cheapest way to go from St. Louis to Oakland?

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