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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Portland, OR to Emeryville, CA
Cheapest price
$146
Average price
$158
Fastest journey
16 h 50 m
Average duration
18 h 26 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
856 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Portland, OR to Emeryville, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Portland, OR to Emeryville, CA will cost around $158 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $146.
It's difficult to get from Portland, OR to Emeryville, CA without transferring at least once.
· 12:35 AM17h30Portland, NW Station Way (Station Place Parking Garage), OR6:05 PMSan Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29$1461One-way1 transfer- · 6:50 PM17h45Portland, NW Station Way (Station Place Parking Garage), OR12:35 PMSan Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29$1491One-way1 transfer
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FlixBus6:50 PM23h00Portland, NW Station Way (Station Place Parking Garage), OR5:50 PMSan Francisco, Townsend Street / 5th Street, CA$1491One-way3 transfers - · 12:35 AM16h50Portland, NW Station Way (Station Place Parking Garage), OR5:25 PMOakland, West Oakland BART Station, CA$1711One-way1 transfer
- · 6:50 PM17h05Portland, NW Station Way (Station Place Parking Garage), OR11:55 AMOakland, West Oakland BART Station, CA$1751One-way1 transfer
- · 12:35 AM16h50Portland, NW Station Way (Station Place Parking Garage), OR5:25 PMOakland, West Oakland BART Station, CA$1711One-way1 transfer
- · 6:50 PM17h05Portland, NW Station Way (Station Place Parking Garage), OR11:55 AMOakland, West Oakland BART Station, CA$1751One-way1 transfer
- · 12:35 AM17h30Portland, NW Station Way (Station Place Parking Garage), OR6:05 PMSan Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29$1461One-way1 transfer
- · 6:50 PM17h45Portland, NW Station Way (Station Place Parking Garage), OR12:35 PMSan Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29$1491One-way1 transfer
- · · +FlixBus6:50 PM23h00Portland, NW Station Way (Station Place Parking Garage), OR5:50 PMSan Francisco, Townsend Street / 5th Street, CA$1491One-way3 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Portland, OR to Emeryville, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portland, OR to Emeryville, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $86. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $86, and a flight costs an average of $95.
Distance: 531 miles (856 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$180 Average price Cheapest | $187 Average price | $257 Average price | $127 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
16h 7m Average total duration 15h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 36m Average total duration 18h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 55m Average total duration Fastest 2h 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Portland, OR to Emeryville, CA:
A bus is $7 (€6) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Portland, OR to Emeryville, CA costing on average $187 (€153).
A bus is $77 (€63) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Portland, OR to Emeryville, CA costing on average $257 (€210).
Other travel options to Emeryville, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 15h 37m.
Train takes on average 18h 6m.
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Portland, OR to Emeryville, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:35AM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 17h30 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $119 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 15h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $150 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 15h45 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $156 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 12:25AM | Duration 15h25 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 01:25AM | Duration 15h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $87 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 23h00 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $117 |
Live departures
Portland, OR to Emeryville, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Portland, OR to Emeryville, CA buses for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| · | 12:35 AM Portland, NW Station Way (Station Place Parking Garage), OR | 16h50 | 5:25 PM Oakland, West Oakland BART Station, CA | 1 transfer | |
| · | 12:35 AM Portland, NW Station Way (Station Place Parking Garage), OR | 17h30 | 6:05 PM San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29 | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Portland, OR to Emeryville, CA
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Buses from Portland, OR to Emeryville, CA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 15h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $86 (€71) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 02:00, the last at 23:00. The fastest bus covers the 531 miles (856 km) distance in 15h 25m.
Distance 531 miles (856 km) |
Average bus duration 15h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $86 (€71) |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 15h 25m |
First bus 2:00 AM |
Last bus 11:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 7 days |
FAQs: Bus from Portland, OR to Emeryville, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portland, OR to Emeryville, 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 Emeryville, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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