How much is the bus ticket from Oakland to Houston?

The cheapest bus tickets from Oakland to Houston start from $154. The average price for this route is around $316. 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 Oakland to Houston?

The average bus trip duration from Oakland to Houston is 2d 10h, covering a distance of 1630 miles (2629 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 18h and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Oakland to Houston route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 15 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Oakland to Houston?

The earliest bus departs from Oakland to Houston at 7:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.

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

A bus trip from Oakland to Houston generates an estimated 66 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Oakland to Houston?

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 Oakland to Houston?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Oakland to Houston?

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

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Oakland to Houston?

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 Oakland to Houston from $147 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Oakland to Houston on January 12
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico + FlixBus	11:20pm	West Oakland BART	2d 12h	2:00pm	Downtown Gray & Smith	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	7:40am	West Oakland BART	1d 18h	4:30am	Houston Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	2:05pm	West Oakland BART	2d 6h	10:25pm	Houston Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	7:40am	West Oakland BART	2d 4h	2:00pm	Downtown Gray & Smith	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	11:35am	West Oakland BART	2d	1:45pm	Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby	No tags

Next departures for Oakland to Houston on January 13
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	2:05pm	West Oakland BART	2d 6h	10:25pm	Houston Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	7:40am	West Oakland BART	1d 18h	4:30am	Houston Bus Station	Fastest
	11:20pm	West Oakland BART	1d 22h	11:30pm	Houston Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	7:40am	West Oakland BART	2d 4h	2:00pm	Downtown Gray & Smith	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	7:40am	West Oakland BART	2d 18h	3:45am	Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway	No tags

Next departures for Oakland to Houston on January 14
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	4:45am	Jack London Square	2d 4h	11:10am	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	7:40am	West Oakland BART	1d 18h	4:30am	Houston Bus Station	Fastest
	4:45am	Jack London Square	2d 4h	11:10am	Amtrak Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	2:05pm	West Oakland BART	2d 6h	10:25pm	Houston Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	7:40am	West Oakland BART	2d 2h	11:55am	Downtown Gray & Smith	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 2:28 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Oakland to Houston

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as the good way to reach Houston. The journey takes about 2 days, 1 minute and with fares starting at just $399, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

2d Average Duration

1633 milesDistance

240kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$154 - $685	Average Duration2d 10h	CO₂ emissions 66kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$399 - $400	Average Duration2d	CO₂ emissions 240kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Oakland and Houston?

Stops in Oakland

A
Emeryville Station
5885 Horton St, Emeryville, CA 94608, USA
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B
West Oakland BART Station
1401-1421 7th St, Oakland, CA 94607, USA
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C
Oakland Bus Station
2103 San Pablo Ave, Oakland, CA 94612
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D
Greyhound Station
2103 San Pablo Ave, Oakland, CA 94612, USA
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Stops in Houston

A
Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway
6590 Southwest Fwy, Houston, TX 77074, USA
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B
Downtown Greyhound Station
2121 Main St, Houston, TX 77002
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C
Harrisburg Greyhound Station
7000 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA
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D
Harrisburg Senda Station
7011 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA
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E
Clay St & Louisiana St
600-698 Clay St, Houston, TX 77002, USA
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F
Lockwood Dr & Harvey Wilson Dr
820 Lockwood Dr, Houston, TX 77002, USA
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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,493 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Amtrak

4/55,725 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,998 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

US bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Oakland to Houston, US 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 Oakland to Houston?
The cheapest bus tickets from Oakland to Houston start from $154. The average price for this route is around $316. 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 Oakland to Houston?
The average bus trip duration from Oakland to Houston is 2d 10h, covering a distance of 1630 miles (2629 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 18h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Oakland to Houston route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 15 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Oakland to Houston?
The earliest bus departs from Oakland to Houston at 7:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Oakland to Houston?
A bus trip from Oakland to Houston generates an estimated 66 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Oakland to Houston?
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 Oakland to Houston?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Oakland to Houston?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Oakland to Houston?
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

01/08

$266

01/09

No data

Today

$291

01/11

No data

01/12

$364

01/13

$268

01/14

$250

01/15

$297

The cheapest trip from Oakland to Houston, US was searched and found on Jan 14, 2026 with a price of $250

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

You can expect to pay from $250 to $1,200 for a bus ticket from Oakland to Houston, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $250 which is on 2026-01-14.