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Today31 Jul
Tomorrow1 Aug
Sat2 Aug
Sun3 Aug
from US$221
Mon4 Aug
Tue5 Aug
from US$184
Wed6 Aug
Thu7 Aug

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 3 August at
    Departure city: Houston
    Departure location: Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway
    Arrival time: 5 August at
    Destination city: Oakland
    Destination location: El Cerrito del Norte BART
    Operated by: Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 3 August at
    Departure city: Houston
    Departure location: The Woodlands - Windvale Center
    Arrival time: 5 August at
    Destination city: Oakland
    Destination location: West Oakland BART
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 3 August at
    Departure city: Houston
    Departure location: Houston Bus Station
    Arrival time: 4 August at
    Destination city: Oakland
    Destination location: West Oakland BART
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 3 August at
    Departure city: Houston
    Departure location: Houston Bus Station
    Arrival time: 5 August at
    Destination city: Oakland
    Destination location: West Oakland BART
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 3 August at
    Departure city: Houston
    Departure location: Downtown Gray & Smith
    Arrival time: 6 August at
    Destination city: Oakland
    Destination location: Richmond BART
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Houston to Oakland

Bus
Average priceUS$105 - US$570Average duration2d 2h
66kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$195 - US$358Average duration2d 2h
239kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Houston to Oakland

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Oakland. The journey takes about 2 days, 2 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just US$105, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

22bus per day
2d 2hAverage duration
US$105Cheapest ticket
66kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Houston, US to Oakland: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$254
Average bus trip duration2d 2h
Number of daily buses22
Earliest bus departure02:00
Distance1637 miles
Latest bus departure23:20

Houston to Oakland Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Houston, US - Oakland

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

    The distance between Houston and Oakland by coach is approximately 1634 miles (2635 km).

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

    You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. 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
29/07
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30/07
US$211
Today
US$244
01/08
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03/08
US$221
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05/08
US$182
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Houston, US to Oakland was searched and found on 5 Aug 2025 with a price of US$182

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

You can expect to pay from US$182 to US$1,618 for a bus ticket from Houston, US to Oakland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$182, which is on 2025-08-05.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Houston to Oakland.

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

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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.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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.

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

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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