How much is the bus ticket from Chico to Oakland?

The cheapest bus tickets from Chico to Oakland start from $34. The average price for this route is around $56. 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 Chico to Oakland?

The average bus trip duration from Chico to Oakland is 5h 20m, covering a distance of 135 miles (217 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 48m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Chico to Oakland route?

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

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

The earliest bus departs from Chico to Oakland at 5:25am. And the latest bus departs at 1:00pm.

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

A bus trip from Chico to Oakland generates an estimated 5 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 Chico to Oakland?

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 5597 reviews.

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

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 Chico to Oakland?

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 Chico to Oakland?

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 Chico to Oakland from $38 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Chico to Oakland on December 1
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	7:45am	Chico	6h 10m	1:55pm	Coliseum/Airport	Cheapest
	3:35pm	Chico	3h 59m	7:34pm	Emeryville Station	Fastest
	11:45am	Chico	7h 18m	7:03pm	Coliseum/Airport	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	6:25am	Chico Bus Station	5h 20m	11:45am	West Oakland BART	No tags
	1:00pm	Chico Bus Station	4h 25m	5:25pm	West Oakland BART	No tags

Next departures for Chico to Oakland on December 2
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	7:45am	Chico	6h 10m	1:55pm	Coliseum/Airport	Cheapest
	3:35pm	Chico	3h 59m	7:34pm	Emeryville Station	Fastest
	11:45am	Chico	7h 18m	7:03pm	Coliseum/Airport	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	6:25am	Chico Bus Station	5h 20m	11:45am	West Oakland BART	No tags
	1:00pm	Chico Bus Station	4h 25m	5:25pm	West Oakland BART	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 6:20 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Chico to Oakland

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Oakland. The journey takes about 4 hours 42 minutes and with fares starting at just $35, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day

4h 42mAverage Duration

138 milesDistance

20kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$34 - $120	Average Duration5h 20m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$35 - $80	Average Duration4h 42m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,617 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587,409 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.

FlixBus

3.5/511,483 reviews

Staff4.2

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, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Chico to Oakland 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 Chico to Oakland?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chico to Oakland start from $34. The average price for this route is around $56. 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 Chico to Oakland?
The average bus trip duration from Chico to Oakland is 5h 20m, covering a distance of 135 miles (217 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 48m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Chico to Oakland route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chico to Oakland?
The earliest bus departs from Chico to Oakland at 5:25am. And the latest bus departs at 1:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chico to Oakland?
A bus trip from Chico to Oakland generates an estimated 5 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 Chico to Oakland?
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 5597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chico to Oakland?
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 Chico to Oakland?
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 Chico to Oakland?
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

11/28

$50

11/29

$50

Today

$50

12/01

$44

12/02

$44

12/03

$43

12/04

$44

12/05

$44

The cheapest trip from Chico to Oakland was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $43

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 $43 to $111 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 $43 which is on 2025-12-03.

Usually Greyhound, Amtrak 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.