How much does a bus ticket from Chico to Oakland cost?

The bus ticket price from Chico to Oakland starts at R 504. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Chico 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!

How long is the bus ride from Chico to Oakland?

The average travel time between Chico and Oakland is around 5h 20m, although the fastest bus will take about 4h 25m. This is the time it takes to travel the 217 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Chico and Oakland?

The number of buses from Chico to Oakland can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Chico to Oakland by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Chico to Oakland?

When taking the bus from Chico to Oakland, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak, Greyhound, FlixBus.

Bus Chico to Oakland from R 729 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Chico to Oakland on 12 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
11:45	Chico	7h 18m	19:03	Coliseum/Airport	Cheapest
15:35	Chico	3h 59m	19:34	Emeryville Station	Fastest
11:45	Chico	5h 50m	17:35	Emeryville Station	No tags
13:00	Chico Bus Station	4h 25m	17:25	West Oakland BART	No tags
11:45	Chico	6h 56m	18:41	Emeryville Station	No tags
15:35	Chico	6h	21:35	Emeryville Station	No tags
11:45	Chico	6h 7m	17:52	Jack London Square	No tags
11:45	Chico	7h 7m	18:52	Jack London Square	No tags

Next departures from Chico to Oakland on 13 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	07:45	Chico	6h 10m	13:55	Coliseum/Airport	Cheapest
	15:35	Chico	3h 59m	19:34	Emeryville Station	Fastest
	11:45	Chico	7h 18m	19:03	Coliseum/Airport	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	06:25	Chico Bus Station	5h 20m	11:45	West Oakland BART	No tags
	13:00	Chico Bus Station	4h 25m	17:25	West Oakland BART	No tags
	07:45	Chico	4h 50m	12:35	Emeryville Station	No tags
	07:45	Chico	5h 48m	13:33	Emeryville Station	No tags
	11:45	Chico	5h 50m	17:35	Emeryville Station	No tags

Next departures from Chico to Oakland on 17 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	07:45	Chico	6h 10m	13:55	Coliseum/Airport	Cheapest
	15:35	Chico	3h 59m	19:34	Emeryville Station	Fastest
	11:45	Chico	7h 18m	19:03	Coliseum/Airport	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	06:25	Chico Bus Station	5h 20m	11:45	West Oakland BART	No tags
	13:00	Chico Bus Station	4h 25m	17:25	West Oakland BART	No tags
	07:45	Chico	4h 50m	12:35	Emeryville Station	No tags
	07:45	Chico	5h 48m	13:33	Emeryville Station	No tags
	11:45	Chico	5h 50m	17:35	Emeryville Station	No tags

Next departures from Chico to Oakland on 18 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	07:45	Chico	6h 10m	13:55	Coliseum/Airport	Cheapest
	15:35	Chico	3h 59m	19:34	Emeryville Station	Fastest
	11:45	Chico	7h 18m	19:03	Coliseum/Airport	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	06:25	Chico Bus Station	5h 20m	11:45	West Oakland BART	No tags
	13:00	Chico Bus Station	4h 25m	17:25	West Oakland BART	No tags
	07:45	Chico	4h 50m	12:35	Emeryville Station	No tags
	07:45	Chico	5h 48m	13:33	Emeryville Station	No tags
	11:45	Chico	5h 50m	17:35	Emeryville Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:54 AM PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Chico to Oakland

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Oakland. The journey takes about 4 hours 42 minutes and with fares starting at just R 603, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

4h 42mAverage duration

213 kmDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 504 - R 2 145	Average duration5h 20m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 603 - R 1 294	Average duration4h 42m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55 582 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587 370 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511 288 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chico to Oakland by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Chico to Oakland cost?
The bus ticket price from Chico to Oakland starts at R 504. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Chico 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!
How long is the bus ride from Chico to Oakland?
The average travel time between Chico and Oakland is around 5h 20m, although the fastest bus will take about 4h 25m. This is the time it takes to travel the 217 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Chico and Oakland?
The number of buses from Chico to Oakland can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Chico to Oakland by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Chico to Oakland?
When taking the bus from Chico to Oakland, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak, Greyhound, FlixBus.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

10/11

R 878

11/11

R 808

Today

R 817

13/11

R 773

14/11

R 773

15/11

No data

16/11

No data

17/11

R 773

The cheapest trip from Chico to Oakland was searched and found on 13 Nov 2025 with a price of R 773

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

You can expect to pay from R 773 to R 1 036 for a bus ticket from Chico to Oakland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 773, which is on 2025-11-13.

Usually Greyhound will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.