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Journey Information
There are 6 intercity buses per day from Oakland to Long Beach. Traveling by bus from Oakland to Long Beach usually takes around 12 hours, but the fastest FlixBus US bus can make the trip in 9 hours and 10 minutes.
Distance | 360 mi (580 km) |
Shortest duration | 9h 10m |
Cheapest price | RON 141.52 |
Most frequent service | Greyhound |
Bus lines | 2 |
How much is a bus ticket from Oakland to Long Beach?
Bus tickets for a trip from Oakland to Long Beach cost RON 170.41 on average. Opting to take a bus is a wallet-friendly way to make this trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Average prices by travel date
If you're planning to travel by bus from Oakland to Long Beach in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from RON 158 to RON 297. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on May 22, 2024.
If you’re looking to travel to Long Beach this week, bus tickets are available starting at RON 163.
Monthly average prices
Prices as travel date approaches
The easiest way to save money on bus tickets is by booking in advance! Many carriers increase prices as the travel date approaches, so it's always a good idea to buy your tickets as early as possible. Book at least 29 days in advance to save RON 294.75 or more on your ticket, compared to booking at the last minute.
What bus companies travel from Oakland to Long Beach?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Oakland to Long Beach that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Greyhound usually offers more choice, with 4 scheduled trips per day.
Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
FlixBus US | 2 | 9h 57m | RON 349.12 |
Greyhound | 4 | 12h 16m | RON 227.28 |
FlixBus US is the American branch of German bus company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern bus travel. The company offers cheap bus tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US buses include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 2 trips per day from Oakland to Long Beach, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 4 bus trips from Oakland to Long Beach every day, with the average journey taking around 12 hours and 16 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Long Beach usually start from RON 139.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 12 hours to cover the 360 miles from Oakland to Long Beach. However, the fastest bus only takes 9 hours and 10 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from Oakland to Long Beach for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Saturday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Saturday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 6:00am and the last bus leaves at 11:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Oakland to Long Beach, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 6 scheduled buses that travel from Oakland to Long Beach every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which bus you take, you will have to transfer buses at least once during your journey.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Oakland to Long Beach; ticket prices start at RON 306.45.
City Information
Oakland
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Oakland, CA is a port city that is beginning to step out of the shadow of San Francisco, its neighbor to the west. Every visitor should start their Oakland trip in the downtown area and Old Oakland, the city's historic quarter full of quaint old buildings. While here, don't forget to take a short detour to Oakland's famous Chinatown as well. The African American Museum and Library at Oakland tells the history of Black communities in the area and is definitely worth a stop. For those who would prefer to stay close to nature, Dr. Aurelia Reinhardt Redwood Regional Park's abundance of redwood groves will offer amazing views.
Oakland's food scene is vibrant and diverse, with a wide range of offerings for all budgets. Enssaro is a popular local name with mid-range dishes that will whet your appetite. For an excellent haute-cuisine dinner, head towards The Wolf.
It's easy to get around the Bay Area on local public transit (called the BART, for Bay Area Rapid Transit). Getting to Oakland from further afield is also a breeze thanks to many intercity bus routes in the area and Amtrak's Capitol Corridor train, which stops in Oakland. Flights arrive at the Oakland International Airport, but several additional airport options in the larger Bay Area are also available.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Oakland?
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Link to image attributionMain departure station: West Oakland Bart Station
The Greyhound bus station, located at 2103 San Pablo Ave, was built in 1926 and is still open and operating today. The station has dramatic doorways and a magnificently ornate domed ceiling design. A security guard is on duty at all times to guarantee passenger safety. When passengers arrive, baggage goes through a security check, and you are only allowed in the station if you have a ticket, so say your goodbyes before you come. It serves as a primary stop for Alameda County's National bus system. The station is open from 5 am until 1:30 am every day and offers regular bus trips operated by Greyhound to locations around the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
All bus stations in Oakland:
West Oakland Bart Station
Where does the bus arrive in Long Beach?
Main arrival station: Long Bch Bus Station
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Long Beach.
All bus stations in Long Beach:
Long Bch Bus Station
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