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Denver Art Museum
Major art museum known for Indigenous arts, Western American art, and striking contemporary architecture in the Golden Triangle district.
Cheapest price
$131
Average price
$189
Fastest journey
1 d 3 h 5 m
Average duration
1 d 3 h 5 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
1512 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Oakland, CA to Denver, CO 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 Denver, CO will cost around $189 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $131.
Of the 2 buses that leave Oakland, CA for Denver, CO 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 1512 km distance in an average of 1 d 3 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 d 3 h 5 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 1 d 3 h 5 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.




Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Oakland, CA to Denver, CO among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $107. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 15h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $107, and a train costs an average of $166.
Distance: 939 miles (1512 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$226 Average price Cheapest | $371 Average price | $526 Average price | $244 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
32h 30m Average total duration 32h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 12m Average total duration Fastest 15h 12m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 33h 49m Average total duration 33h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Oakland, CA to Denver, CO:
A bus is $145 (€119) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Oakland, CA to Denver, CO costing on average $371 (€304).
A bus is $300 (€246) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Oakland, CA to Denver, CO costing on average $526 (€431).
Other travel options to Denver, CO take longer:
Bus takes on average 32h 0m.
Train takes on average 33h 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.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 41h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $218 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 47h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $393 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:05PM | Arrival Time 12:10AM | Duration 27h05 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $107 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:05PM | Arrival Time 01:10AM | Duration 27h05 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $229 |
The table below shows live departures for Oakland, CA to Denver, CO 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 |
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![]() | 9:05 PM Oakland, CA | 27h05 | 12:10 AM Denver, CO | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Oakland, CA to Denver, CO run on average 3 times per day, taking around 32h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $107 (€87) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 07:35, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 939 miles (1512 km) distance in 27h 5m.
Distance 939 miles (1512 km) |
Average bus duration 32h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $107 (€87) |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 27h 5m |
First bus 7:35 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oakland, CA to Denver, CO 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 Denver, CO, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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