The cheapest and fastest buses from Oakland, CA to Salt Lake City, UT
Cheapest price
$198
Average price
$198
Fastest journey
16 h
Average duration
16 h
Buses per day
1
Distance
951 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Oakland, CA to Salt Lake City, UT 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 Salt Lake City, UT will cost around $198 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $198.
Of the 1 buses that leave Oakland, CA for Salt Lake City, UT on Wed, Feb 04, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Feb 04 the direct buses cover the 951 km distance in an average of 16 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 16 h .
On Wed, Feb 04 the slowest buses will take 16 h 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.


Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Oakland, CA to Salt Lake City, UT
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oakland, CA to Salt Lake City, UT among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €63. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €63, and a flight costs an average of €72.
Distance: 590 miles (951 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€95 Average price Cheapest | €112 Average price | €175 Average price |
16h 30m Average total duration 16h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 59m Average total duration 17h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 35m Average total duration Fastest 6h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Oakland, CA to Salt Lake City, UT bus times
The table below shows live departures for Oakland, CA to Salt Lake City, UT buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, February 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:05 PM Oakland, CA | 16h00 | 1:05 PM Salt Lake City, UT | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Oakland, CA to Salt Lake City, UT
Buses from Oakland, CA to Salt Lake City, UT run on average 2 times per day, taking around 16h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $80 (€63) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 14:05, the last at 23:20. The fastest bus covers the 590 miles (951 km) distance in 16h 0m.
Distance 590 miles (951 km) |
Average bus duration 16h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $80 (€63) |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 16h 0m |
First bus 14:05 |
Last bus 23:20 |
FAQs: Bus from Oakland, CA to Salt Lake City, UT
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oakland, CA to Salt Lake City, UT 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 Salt Lake City, UT, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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