How much is the bus ticket from Oakland to Fresno?

The cheapest bus tickets from Oakland to Fresno start at R 576. The average price for this route is around R 836. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Oakland to Fresno?

The average bus journey time from Oakland to Fresno is 6h 40m, covering a distance of 252 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 4h 45m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Oakland to Fresno route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Oakland to Fresno at 07:00. And the latest bus departs at 16:35.

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

A bus trip from Oakland to Fresno produces an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Oakland to Fresno?

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 5627 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Oakland to Fresno?

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

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Oakland to Fresno?

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.

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

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 Fresno from R 564 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Oakland to Fresno on 7 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	16:35	West Oakland BART	9h 30m	02:05	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Oakland to Fresno on 8 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	16:35	West Oakland BART	9h 30m	02:05	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
	Bus	07:00	West Oakland BART	6h 40m	13:40	Amtrak Station	Fastest

Next departures from Oakland to Fresno on 9 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	16:35	West Oakland BART	9h 30m	02:05	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
	Bus	07:00	West Oakland BART	6h 40m	13:40	Amtrak Station	Fastest

Next departures from Oakland to Fresno on 10 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	07:00	West Oakland BART	6h 40m	13:40	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	16:35	West Oakland BART	9h 30m	02:05	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Oakland to Fresno on 11 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	07:00	West Oakland BART	6h 40m	13:40	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	16:35	West Oakland BART	9h 30m	02:05	Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 4:50 AM PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Oakland to Fresno

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Fresno. The journey takes about 4 hours 9 minutes and with fares starting at just R 686, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12train per day

4h 9mAverage duration

254 kmDistance

23kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 576 - R 1 695	Average duration6h 40m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 686 - R 919	Average duration4h 9m	CO₂ emissions 23kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Oakland and Fresno?

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
C
Oakland Bus Station
2103 San Pablo Ave, Oakland, CA 94612
D
Greyhound Station
2103 San Pablo Ave, Oakland, CA 94612, USA

Stops in Fresno

A
Amtrak Station
2660 Tulare St, Fresno, CA 93721, USA
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B
1157 F St
1157 F St, Fresno, CA 93706 , USA
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C
E St
919 E St, Fresno, CA 93706, USA
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D
Train / Greyhound Station
1033 H St, Fresno, CA 93721
E
W Shaw Ave
Carl's Jr., 5275 W Shaw Ave, Fresno, CA 93722, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 418 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Amtrak

4/55 628 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511 545 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Oakland to Fresno, US by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Oakland to Fresno?
The cheapest bus tickets from Oakland to Fresno start at R 576. The average price for this route is around R 836. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Oakland to Fresno?
The average bus journey time from Oakland to Fresno is 6h 40m, covering a distance of 252 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 4h 45m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Oakland to Fresno route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Oakland to Fresno?
The earliest bus departs from Oakland to Fresno at 07:00. And the latest bus departs at 16:35.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Oakland to Fresno?
A bus trip from Oakland to Fresno produces an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Oakland to Fresno?
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 5627 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Oakland to Fresno?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Oakland to Fresno?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Oakland to Fresno?
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

05/12

R 833

06/12

R 998

Today

R 868

08/12

R 720

09/12

R 599

10/12

R 564

11/12

R 642

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The cheapest trip from Oakland to Fresno, US was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of R 564

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

You can expect to pay from R 564 to R 998 for a bus ticket from Oakland to Fresno, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 564, which is on 2025-12-10.