The cheapest and fastest buses from Portland, OR to Berkeley, CA
Cheapest price
$155
Average price
$155
Fastest journey
15 h 25 m
Average duration
15 h 25 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
852 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Portland, OR to Berkeley, 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 Berkeley, CA will cost around $155 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $155.
Of the 1 buses that leave Portland, OR for Berkeley, CA on Sun, Mar 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Mar 22 the direct buses cover the 852 km distance in an average of 15 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 15 h 25 m .
On Sun, Mar 22 the slowest buses will take 15 h 25 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 train, bus, and flight for Portland, OR to Berkeley, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portland, OR to Berkeley, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $134. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $134, and a train costs an average of $249.
Distance: 529 miles (852 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$145 Average price Cheapest | $468 Average price | $368 Average price |
15h 55m Average total duration 15h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 37m Average total duration 18h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 52m Average total duration Fastest 1h 52m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Portland, OR to Berkeley, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Portland, OR to Berkeley, CA 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 |
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![]() | 10:00 AM Portland, OR | 15h25 | 1:25 AM Berkeley, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Portland, OR to Berkeley, CA
Buses from Portland, OR to Berkeley, CA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 15h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $134 (€109) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 02:00, the last at 23:00. The fastest bus covers the 529 miles (852 km) distance in 15h 25m.
Distance 529 miles (852 km) |
Average bus duration 15h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $134 (€109) |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 15h 25m |
First bus 02:00 |
Last bus 23:00 |
Cheapest month Mar |
Cheapest day Thu |
High season Jul - Sep |
Low season Jan - Mar |
Best day to book ahead 28 days |
FAQs: Bus from Portland, OR to Berkeley, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portland, OR to Berkeley, 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 Berkeley, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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