The cheapest and fastest buses from Oakland, CA to Ontario, CA
Cheapest price
$86
Average price
$110
Fastest journey
9 h 50 m
Average duration
12 h 15 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
588 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Oakland, CA to Ontario, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oakland, CA to Ontario, CA will cost around $110 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $86.
It's difficult to get from Oakland, CA to Ontario, CA without transferring at least once.
FlixBus+
6:50 AM12h05Oakland, West Oakland BART Station, CA6:55 PMMontclair, Richton Street (Montclair Transcenter Paking), CA$861One-way1 transfer
· 11:05 PM10h20Oakland, West Oakland BART Station, CA9:25 AMMontclair, Richton Street (Montclair Transcenter Paking), CA$941One-way1 transfer
· 11:35 PM9h50Hayward BART Station9:25 AMMontclair, Richton Street (Montclair Transcenter Paking), CA$951One-way1 transfer
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FlixBus · FlixBus11:35 PM14h15Hayward BART Station1:50 PMMontclair, Moreno And Lindero E, CA$961One-way2 transfers
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FlixBus · FlixBus11:05 PM14h45Oakland, West Oakland BART Station, CA1:50 PMMontclair, Moreno And Lindero E, CA$961One-way2 transfers
· 11:35 PM9h50Hayward BART Station9:25 AMMontclair, Richton Street (Montclair Transcenter Paking), CA$951One-way1 transfer
· 11:05 PM10h20Oakland, West Oakland BART Station, CA9:25 AMMontclair, Richton Street (Montclair Transcenter Paking), CA$941One-way1 transfer
FlixBus+
6:50 AM12h05Oakland, West Oakland BART Station, CA6:55 PMMontclair, Richton Street (Montclair Transcenter Paking), CA$861One-way1 transfer
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FlixBus · FlixBus11:35 PM14h15Hayward BART Station1:50 PMMontclair, Moreno And Lindero E, CA$961One-way2 transfers
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FlixBus · FlixBus11:05 PM14h45Oakland, West Oakland BART Station, CA1:50 PMMontclair, Moreno And Lindero E, CA$961One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Oakland, CA to Ontario, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oakland, CA to Ontario, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $88. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $88, and a flight costs an average of $452.
Distance: 365 miles (588 km)
Compare bus with
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$141 Average price | $91 Average price Cheapest | $580 Average price | $83 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 49m Average total duration 12h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 59m Average total duration 9h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Oakland, CA to Ontario, CA:
A train is $50 (€41) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Oakland, CA to Ontario, CA costing on average $141 (€115).
A train is $489 (€396) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Oakland, CA to Ontario, CA costing on average $580 (€469).
Other travel options to Ontario, CA take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 29m.
Bus takes on average 12h 19m.
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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.
Oakland, CA to Ontario, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 12h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 01:30AM | Duration 18h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $109 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 10h35 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $106 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 01:30AM | Duration 12h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $112 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 01:30AM | Duration 11h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $113 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35PM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 15h15 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $117 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:05PM | Arrival Time 09:25AM | Duration 10h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $94 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 14h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $95 |
Live departures
Oakland, CA to Ontario, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Oakland, CA to Ontario, CA buses for today, Monday, June 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus+![]() | 6:50 AM Oakland, West Oakland BART Station, CA | 12h05 | 6:55 PM Montclair, Richton Street (Montclair Transcenter Paking), CA | 1 transfer | |
· | 1:10 PM Oakland, West Oakland BART Station, CA | 12h20 | 1:30 AM Montclair, Richton Street (Montclair Transcenter Paking), CA | 1 transfer | |
· | 1:45 PM Hayward BART Station | 11h45 | 1:30 AM Montclair, Richton Street (Montclair Transcenter Paking), CA | 1 transfer | |
+ FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:05 PM Oakland, West Oakland BART Station, CA | 14h45 | 1:50 PM Montclair, Moreno And Lindero E, CA | 2 transfers | |
· | 11:05 PM Oakland, West Oakland BART Station, CA | 10h20 | 9:25 AM Montclair, Richton Street (Montclair Transcenter Paking), CA | 1 transfer | |
+ FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:35 PM Hayward BART Station | 14h15 | 1:50 PM Montclair, Moreno And Lindero E, CA | 2 transfers | |
· | 11:35 PM Hayward BART Station | 9h50 | 9:25 AM Montclair, Richton Street (Montclair Transcenter Paking), CA | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Oakland, CA to Ontario, CA
Buses from Oakland, CA to Ontario, CA run on average 8 times per day, taking around 12h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $90 (€73) but you can travel from only $88 (€71) by train.
The earliest bus runs at 04:20, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 365 miles (588 km) distance in 9h 35m.
Distance 365 miles (588 km) |
Average bus duration 12h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $90 (€73) |
Buses per day 8 |
Fastest bus 9h 35m |
First bus 4:20 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Bus providers: Greyhound, FlixBus from Oakland, CA to Ontario, CAYou can travel by bus between Oakland, CA to Ontario, CA with Greyhound, FlixBus for as low as $88 (€71). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Oakland, CA to Ontario, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oakland, CA to Ontario, 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 Ontario, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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