Bus Chicago to Oakland - Compare all Companies

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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Chicago to Oakland from various bus operators like Greyhound US or FlixBus for the next days.

today

$222

tomorrow

Wednesday

Thursday

$240

Friday

Saturday

$225

Sunday

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	56h 34m	12:01 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	6:35 PM	Oakland	W Oakland BART Station	Economy	$222	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 1/19/2026 12:01:00 PM to W Oakland BART Station, Oakland (USA) arriving at 1/21/2026 6:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $222 per person are available. Travel duration is 56h 34m
Greyhound US	57h 45m	10:50 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	6:35 AM	Oakland	W Oakland BART Station	Economy	$224	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 1/19/2026 10:50:00 PM to W Oakland BART Station, Oakland (USA) arriving at 1/22/2026 6:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $224 per person are available. Travel duration is 57h 45m
Greyhound US	57h 25m	11:10 PM	Chicago	Union Station	6:35 AM	Oakland	W Oakland BART Station	Economy	$224	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Chicago (USA) at 1/19/2026 11:10:00 PM to W Oakland BART Station, Oakland (USA) arriving at 1/22/2026 6:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $224 per person are available. Travel duration is 57h 25m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	57h 45m	10:50 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	6:35 AM	Oakland	W Oakland BART Station	Economy	$240	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 1/22/2026 10:50:00 PM to W Oakland BART Station, Oakland (USA) arriving at 1/25/2026 6:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $240 per person are available. Travel duration is 57h 45m
Greyhound US	57h 25m	11:10 PM	Chicago	Union Station	6:35 AM	Oakland	W Oakland BART Station	Economy	$240	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Chicago (USA) at 1/22/2026 11:10:00 PM to W Oakland BART Station, Oakland (USA) arriving at 1/25/2026 6:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $240 per person are available. Travel duration is 57h 25m
FlixBus	56h 20m	12:15 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	6:35 AM	Oakland	W Oakland BART Station	Economy	$290	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 1/22/2026 12:15:00 AM to W Oakland BART Station, Oakland (USA) arriving at 1/24/2026 6:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $290 per person are available. Travel duration is 56h 20m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	57h 45m	10:50 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	6:35 AM	Oakland	W Oakland BART Station	Economy	$225	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 1/24/2026 10:50:00 PM to W Oakland BART Station, Oakland (USA) arriving at 1/27/2026 6:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $225 per person are available. Travel duration is 57h 45m
Greyhound US	57h 25m	11:10 PM	Chicago	Union Station	6:35 AM	Oakland	W Oakland BART Station	Economy	$225	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Chicago (USA) at 1/24/2026 11:10:00 PM to W Oakland BART Station, Oakland (USA) arriving at 1/27/2026 6:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $225 per person are available. Travel duration is 57h 25m
Greyhound US	56h 34m	12:01 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	6:35 PM	Oakland	W Oakland BART Station	Economy	$248	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 1/24/2026 12:01:00 PM to W Oakland BART Station, Oakland (USA) arriving at 1/26/2026 6:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $248 per person are available. Travel duration is 56h 34m
FlixBus	56h 20m	12:15 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	6:35 AM	Oakland	W Oakland BART Station	Economy	$275	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 1/24/2026 12:15:00 AM to W Oakland BART Station, Oakland (USA) arriving at 1/26/2026 6:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $275 per person are available. Travel duration is 56h 20m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Chicago to Oakland is $221 on 1/19/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Chicago and Oakland

See here how frequent the connections between Chicago and Oakland are, during different times and days of the week.

Saturday is the busiest day, with more than 4 daily buses from Chicago to Oakland. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 3 daily coaches between Chicago and Oakland.

The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 6 buses from Chicago to Oakland, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Chicago and Oakland, with 2 offers.

Facts about the bus from Chicago to Oakland

Compare all providers like Greyhound US and FlixBus that travel 3 times every day by bus from Chicago to Oakland in one click! Book your bus ticket from Chicago to Oakland starting from $221!

Cheapest Bus	$221
Fastest Bus	54h 20m
Earliest Bus	12:01 PM
Latest Bus	11:10 PM
Daily Bus Routes	3 Ø
Distance	1,846.5 miles
Bus Companies	Greyhound US and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Chicago to Oakland

Every day, 3 buses from 2 bus companies leave Chicago for Oakland: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 01/19/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 01/18

Monday 01/19

$221

Tuesday 01/20

Wednesday 01/21

Thursday 01/22

$240

Friday 01/23

Saturday 01/24

$225

Sunday 01/25

Monday 01/26

Tuesday 01/27

$223

Wednesday 01/28

Thursday 01/29

Friday 01/30

Saturday 01/31

Sunday 02/01

Monday 02/02

Tuesday 02/03

Wednesday 02/04

Thursday 02/05

Friday 02/06

Saturday 02/07

Sunday 02/08

Monday 02/09

Tuesday 02/10

Wednesday 02/11

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Saturday 02/14

The cheapest time to travel from Chicago to Oakland

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Chicago to Oakland, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $221, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from Chicago to Oakland. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $240.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Chicago to Oakland, with $221. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $224.

How to save money travelling from Chicago to Oakland

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Chicago to Oakland in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Chicago to Oakland, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Chicago to Oakland are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Chicago and Oakland

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Chicago and Oakland.

95th Red Line Station

W. 95th St 14

Downtown Bus Station

West Harrison Street 630-670

Union Station

S Canal St 225

Cumberland CTA

N Cumberland Ave 5800

Canal & Van Buren

S Canal St 310-320

Jack London

Broadway

Fruitvale

Getty Museum

Greyhound Bus Station

San Pablo Ave 2103

San Pablo Ave

Service and Comfort on the bus from Chicago to Oakland

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Chicago to Oakland? Or which bus companies serve the route Chicago to Oakland? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Chicago to Oakland bus

How much does a Chicago Oakland bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $221 and takes 54h 34m to reach Oakland. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Chicago to Oakland?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $221 and $290. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Oakland.

On average, how many connections are available from Chicago to Oakland each day?

Every day, the Chicago to Oakland bus route is served by approximately 3 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Chicago to Oakland take?

The fastest bus from Chicago to Oakland is offered by FlixBus and takes 54h 20m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $290. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Chicago to Oakland?

The earliest bus arriving in Oakland from Chicago starts at 12:01 PM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Chicago to Oakland?

The latest bus trip departing from Chicago for Oakland starts at 11:10 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Chicago Oakland route?

When traveling by bus from Chicago to Oakland, passengers can travel with Greyhound US and FlixBus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Oakland?

You can check all the direct connections between Chicago and Oakland by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Greyhound US and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the Chicago to Oakland bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Chicago Oakland bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Chicago Oakland bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Chicago to Oakland on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Chicago to Oakland?

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Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Chicago to Oakland

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Chicago and to Oakland

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Chicago and to Oakland. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!