The cheapest and fastest buses from Oakland, CA to Paso Robles, CA
Cheapest price
$87
Average price
$87
Fastest journey
4 h 55 m
Average duration
5 h 16 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
280 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Oakland, CA to Paso Robles, 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 Paso Robles, CA will cost around $87 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $87.
Of the 4 buses that leave Oakland, CA for Paso Robles, CA on Tue, Jun 02, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 02 the direct buses cover the 280 km distance in an average of 5 h 16 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 55 m .
On Tue, Jun 02 the slowest buses will take 5 h 35 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.
4:45 AM4h55Oakland, CA9:40 AMPaso Robles, CA$871One-way0 transfers
7:20 AM5h35Oakland, CA12:55 PMPaso Robles, CA$871One-way0 transfers
9:35 AM5h20Oakland, CA2:55 PMPaso Robles, CA$871One-way0 transfers
10:00 PM5h15Oakland, CA3:15 AMPaso Robles, CA$871One-way0 transfers
4:45 AM4h55Oakland, CA9:40 AMPaso Robles, CA$871One-way0 transfers
10:00 PM5h15Oakland, CA3:15 AMPaso Robles, CA$871One-way0 transfers
9:35 AM5h20Oakland, CA2:55 PMPaso Robles, CA$871One-way0 transfers
7:20 AM5h35Oakland, CA12:55 PMPaso Robles, CA$871One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Oakland, CA to Paso Robles, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oakland, CA to Paso Robles, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $53. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $53, and a bus costs an average of $80.
Distance: 173 miles (280 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
$80 Average price | $53 Average price Cheapest |
5h 44m Average total duration 5h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 18m Average total duration Fastest 4h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Oakland, CA to Paso Robles, CA:
A train is $27 (€22) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Oakland, CA to Paso Robles, CA costing on average $80 (€65).
Other travel options to Paso Robles, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 14m.
Oakland, CA to Paso Robles, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 04:45AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $87 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $87 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 09:35AM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $87 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 02:16PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 5h29 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 08:46PM | Arrival Time 01:45AM | Duration 4h59 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 03:15AM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $87 |
Live departures
Oakland, CA to Paso Robles, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Oakland, CA to Paso Robles, CA buses for tomorrow, Tuesday, June 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:45 AM Oakland, CA | 4h55 | 9:40 AM Paso Robles, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:20 AM Oakland, CA | 5h35 | 12:55 PM Paso Robles, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:35 AM Oakland, CA | 5h20 | 2:55 PM Paso Robles, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Oakland, CA to Paso Robles, CA
Buses from Oakland, CA to Paso Robles, CA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 5h 14m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $80 (€64) but you can travel from only $53 (€43) by train.
The earliest bus runs at 07:00, the last at 15:25. The fastest bus covers the 173 miles (280 km) distance in 4h 59m.
Distance 173 miles (280 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $80 (€64) |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 4h 59m |
First bus 7:00 AM |
Last bus 3:25 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 6 days |
FAQs: Bus from Oakland, CA to Paso Robles, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oakland, CA to Paso Robles, 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 Paso Robles, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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