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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | UC Riverside | West Oakland BART | No tags | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | UC Riverside | West Oakland BART | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | UC Riverside | El Cerrito del Norte BART | No tags | ||||
| Bus | UC Riverside | UC Berkeley (Crescent Lawn) | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | UC Riverside | West Oakland BART | No tags |
Get from Riverside to Oakland
The journey takes about 11 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $74, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Riverside and Oakland?
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
Stops in Oakland
- A5885 Horton St, Emeryville, CA 94608, USA
- 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
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Riverside, CA 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 Riverside to Oakland?
The cheapest bus tickets from Riverside to Oakland start from $74. The average price for this route is around $187. 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 Riverside to Oakland?
The average bus trip duration from Riverside to Oakland is 11h 35m, covering a distance of 383 miles (618 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 11h 3m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Riverside to Oakland route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Riverside to Oakland?
The earliest bus departs from Riverside to Oakland at 12:15pm. And the latest bus departs at 7:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Riverside to Oakland?
A bus trip from Riverside to Oakland 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 Riverside 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 5627 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Riverside 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 Riverside 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 Riverside 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.
The cheapest trip from Riverside, CA to Oakland was searched and found on Dec 11, 2025 with a price of $54To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Riverside, CA to Oakland, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $54 to $90 for a bus ticket from Riverside, CA to Oakland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $54 which is on 2025-12-11.
Usually 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.
