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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Oakland, CA to Sparks, NV
Cheapest price
$55
Average price
$55
Fastest journey
5 h 35 m
Average duration
5 h 58 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
291 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Oakland, CA to Sparks, NV 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 Sparks, NV will cost around $55 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $55.
Of the 2 buses that leave Oakland, CA for Sparks, NV on Sat, Jun 20, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct buses cover the 291 km distance in an average of 5 h 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 35 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 6 h 20 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.
7:00 AM6h20Oakland, CA1:20 PMSparks, NV$551One-way0 transfers- 2:05 PM5h35Oakland, CA7:40 PMSparks, NV$551One-way0 transfers
- 2:05 PM5h35Oakland, CA7:40 PMSparks, NV$551One-way0 transfers
- 7:00 AM6h20Oakland, CA1:20 PMSparks, NV$551One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Oakland, CA to Sparks, NV
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oakland, CA to Sparks, NV among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $39. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 6h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $39, and a train costs an average of $294.
Distance: 180 miles (291 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$56 Average price Cheapest | $294 Average price | $44 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 44m Average total duration Fastest 6h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 49m Average total duration 7h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Oakland, CA to Sparks, NV:
A bus is $238 (€196) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Oakland, CA to Sparks, NV costing on average $294 (€241).
Other travel options to Sparks, NV take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 19m.
You'll arrive about -3h -55m sooner (6h 14m by bus vs 3h 19m by car) and save roughly $-11.58 (€-9.50) compared to fuel and tolls ($56 (€46) vs $44 (€36)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Greyhound.
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 Sparks, NV Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound USA | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Greyhound USA | Departure Time 02:05PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 07:58PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 6h02 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $85 |
Live departures
Oakland, CA to Sparks, NV bus times
The table below shows live departures for Oakland, CA to Sparks, NV buses for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2:05 PM Oakland, CA | 5h35 | 7:40 PM Sparks, NV | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
| 7:00 AM Oakland, CA | 6h20 | 1:20 PM Sparks, NV | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Oakland, CA to Sparks, NV
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Buses from Oakland, CA to Sparks, NV run on average 2 times per day, taking around 6h 14m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $39 (€32) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:15, the last at 15:12. The fastest bus covers the 180 miles (291 km) distance in 6h 2m.
Distance 180 miles (291 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $39 (€32) |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 6h 2m |
First bus 6:15 AM |
Last bus 3:12 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Bus providers: Greyhound from Oakland, CA to Sparks, NVYou can travel by bus between Oakland, CA to Sparks, NV with Greyhound for as low as $39 (€32). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Oakland, CA to Sparks, NV
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oakland, CA to Sparks, NV 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 Sparks, NV, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
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- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
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- $15 per additional bag.
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