The cheapest and fastest buses from Emeryville, CA to Fresno, CA
Cheapest price
$86
Average price
$86
Fastest journey
9 h 30 m
Average duration
9 h 30 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
253 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Emeryville, CA to Fresno, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Emeryville, CA to Fresno, CA will cost around $86 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $86.
Of the 1 buses that leave Emeryville, CA for Fresno, CA on Fri, May 08, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct buses cover the 253 km distance in an average of 9 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 30 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest buses will take 9 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
12:35 AM9h30Emeryville, CA10:05 AMFresno, CA$861One-way0 transfers
12:35 AM9h30Emeryville, CA10:05 AMFresno, CA$861One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Emeryville, CA to Fresno, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Emeryville, CA to Fresno, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $41. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $41, and a flight costs an average of $198.
Distance: 157 miles (253 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$63 Average price | $43 Average price Cheapest | $385 Average price | $36 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 21m Average total duration 8h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 33m Average total duration Fastest 4h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 26m Average total duration 4h 26m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Emeryville, CA to Fresno, CA:
A train is $20 (€16) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Emeryville, CA to Fresno, CA costing on average $63 (€50).
A train is $342 (€273) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Emeryville, CA to Fresno, CA costing on average $385 (€307).
Other travel options to Fresno, CA take longer:
Flight takes on average 4h 26m.
Bus takes on average 8h 51m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Live departures
Emeryville, CA to Fresno, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Emeryville, CA to Fresno, CA buses for tomorrow, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 12:35 AM Emeryville, CA | 9h30 | 10:05 AM Fresno, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Emeryville, CA to Fresno, CA
Buses from Emeryville, CA to Fresno, CA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 8h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $33 (€26) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:50, the last at 16:35. The fastest bus covers the 157 miles (253 km) distance in 6h 40m.
Distance 157 miles (253 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $33 (€26) |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 6h 40m |
First bus 4:50 AM |
Last bus 4:35 PM |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 14 days |
FAQs: Bus from Emeryville, CA to Fresno, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Emeryville, CA to Fresno, CA by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Fresno, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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