The cheapest and fastest buses from Oakland, CA to Tacoma, WA
Cheapest price
$128
Average price
$128
Fastest journey
19 h 35 m
Average duration
19 h 35 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
1051 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Oakland, CA to Tacoma, WA 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 Tacoma, WA will cost around $128 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $128.
Of the 1 buses that leave Oakland, CA for Tacoma, WA on Sat, Mar 28, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Mar 28 the direct buses cover the 1051 km distance in an average of 19 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 19 h 35 m .
On Sat, Mar 28 the slowest buses will take 19 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.


Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Oakland, CA to Tacoma, WA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oakland, CA to Tacoma, WA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $128. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $128, and a train costs an average of $148.
Distance: 653 miles (1051 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$189 Average price Cheapest | $347 Average price | $263 Average price |
20h 5m Average total duration 19h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 21h 47m Average total duration 21h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 13m Average total duration Fastest 2h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Oakland, CA to Tacoma, WA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:35PM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 19h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $251 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:20PM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 36h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $316 |
Live departures
Oakland, CA to Tacoma, WA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Oakland, CA to Tacoma, WA buses for today, Saturday, March 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
+ FlixBus | 11:35 PM Oakland, West Oakland BART Station, CA | 19h35 | 7:10 PM Tacoma, E G St & Puyallup Ave (Tacoma Dome Station), WA | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, March 22 | |||||
![]() | 12:35 AM Oakland, CA | 19h35 | 8:10 PM Tacoma, WA | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Oakland, CA to Tacoma, WA
Buses from Oakland, CA to Tacoma, WA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 19h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $128 (€104) but you can travel from only $62 (€50) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 15:15, the last at 23:25. The fastest bus covers the 653 miles (1051 km) distance in 19h 35m.
Distance 653 miles (1051 km) |
Average bus duration 19h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $128 (€104) |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 19h 35m |
First bus 15:15 |
Last bus 23:25 |
Bus providers: Greyhound from Oakland, CA to Tacoma, WAYou can travel by bus between Oakland, CA to Tacoma, WA with Greyhound for as low as $62 (€50). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Oakland, CA to Tacoma, WA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oakland, CA to Tacoma, WA 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 Tacoma, WA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- 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.
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
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