Bus from Oakland to Reno: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Oakland to Reno on 16 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
West Oakland BART
RenoCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
West Oakland BART
RenoFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
West Oakland BART
Sparks (Greyhound Station)No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
West Oakland BART
Sparks (Greyhound Station)No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:18 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Oakland to Reno

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Reno. The journey takes about 5 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just R 487, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day
5h 35mAverage duration
289 kmDistance
7kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average priceR 487 - R 1 611Average duration5h 35m
7kg CO₂e
Train
Average priceR 1 148 - R 2 740Average duration7h 51m
26kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Oakland to Reno by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Oakland to Reno?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Oakland to Reno start at R 487. The average price for this route is around R 643. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Oakland to Reno?

    The average bus journey time from Oakland to Reno is 5h 35m, covering a distance of 289 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 4h 35m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Oakland to Reno route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Oakland to Reno?

    The earliest bus departs from Oakland to Reno at 07:00. And the latest bus departs at 14:05.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Oakland to Reno?

    A bus trip from Oakland to Reno produces an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

  6. What is the best bus company from Oakland to Reno?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87412 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Oakland to Reno?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Oakland to Reno?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Oakland to Reno?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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
13/12
R 674
14/12
R 813
Today
R 709
16/12
R 605
17/12
R 571
18/12
R 588
19/12
R 605
20/12
R 640
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Oakland to Reno was searched and found on 17 Dec 2025 with a price of R 571

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

You can expect to pay from R 571 to R 1 729 for a bus ticket from Oakland to Reno based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 571, which is on 2025-12-17.

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