How much is the bus ticket from Oakland to Riverside?

The cheapest bus tickets from Oakland to Riverside start from $100. The average price for this route is around $165. 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 Riverside?

The average bus trip duration from Oakland to Riverside is 12h 20m, covering a distance of 383 miles (618 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 13h 25m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Oakland to Riverside route?

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

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

The earliest bus departs from Oakland to Riverside at 11:20pm. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.

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

A bus trip from Oakland to Riverside generates an estimated 15 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 Riverside?

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 Oakland to Riverside?

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 Riverside?

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 Riverside?

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 Riverside from $100 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Oakland to Riverside on December 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	9:35pm	West Oakland BART	11h 40m	9:15am	UC Riverside	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	11:20pm	West Oakland BART	15h 55m	3:15pm	UC Riverside	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	11:20pm	West Oakland BART	15h 55m	3:15pm	UC Riverside	No tags
	Bus	8:40pm	El Cerrito del Norte BART	16h 5m	12:45pm	UC Riverside	No tags
	Bus	9:05pm	UC Berkeley (Crescent Lawn)	15h 40m	12:45pm	UC Riverside	No tags

Get from Oakland to Riverside

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 12 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $100, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

12h 20mAverage Duration

383 milesDistance

15kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Oakland and Riverside?

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 Riverside

A
Riverside Bus Station
3911-3956 Mission Inn Avenue, Riverside, CA 92501, USA
B
Commerce St
3767-3791 Commerce St, Riverside, CA 92507, USA

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,618 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,491 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.

Greyhound

3.5/587,412 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.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Oakland to Riverside, CA 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 Riverside?
The cheapest bus tickets from Oakland to Riverside start from $100. The average price for this route is around $165. 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 Riverside?
The average bus trip duration from Oakland to Riverside is 12h 20m, covering a distance of 383 miles (618 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 13h 25m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Oakland to Riverside route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, FlixBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Oakland to Riverside?
The earliest bus departs from Oakland to Riverside at 11:20pm. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Oakland to Riverside?
A bus trip from Oakland to Riverside generates an estimated 15 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 Riverside?
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 Oakland to Riverside?
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 Riverside?
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 Riverside?
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.