How to travel from Phoenix, AZ to Oakland, CA

There are 2 options to travel between Phoenix, AZ and Oakland, CA including taking a bus and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Phoenix, AZ to Oakland, CA is a bus with an average price of $150.

This is compared to other travel options from Phoenix, AZ to Oakland, CA:

A bus is $165 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Phoenix, AZ to Oakland, CA costing on average $316.

The fastest way to travel from Phoenix, AZ to Oakland, CA is by flight with an average journey time of 8h 37m.

Other travel options to Oakland, CA take longer:

Bus takes on average 17h 26m.

The distance from Phoenix, AZ to Oakland, CA is approximately 646 miles (1040 km).

The average frequency per day from Phoenix, AZ to Oakland, CA is:

• Around 43 flights per day.
• Around 4 buses per day.
• Around 2 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Phoenix, AZ and Oakland, CA as scheduled services by bus and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Phoenix, AZ to Oakland, CA:

• Flights mostly depart from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport and arrive in Oakland International Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Phoenix, 2525 W Deer Valley Rd, Phoenix and arrive in Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA.
• Buses mostly depart from Phoenix, Bus Station (E Buckeye Rd) and arrive in Oakland, West Oakland BART Station, CA.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Phoenix, AZ to Oakland, CA, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Greyhound, FlixBus to go to Oakland, CA by bus.

Omio customers who travel from Phoenix, AZ to Oakland, CA often also extend their vacation to go to Los Angeles, CA, Sacramento, CA, San Francisco, CA, Stockton, CA, Bakersfield, CA. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Oakland, CA and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Oakland, CA to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Oakland, CA, you can visit the vibrant Temescal Alley for unique shops and eateries, explore the historic USS Potomac, and enjoy performances at the Fox Theater. Discover diverse flavors at the Oakland First Fridays street festival, and take a scenic bike ride along the Bay Trail. For sightseeing, visit Lake Merritt, the Oakland Museum of California, Jack London Square, Redwood Regional Park, and the Chabot Space and Science Center.

For a fulfilling experience in Oakland, CA, spending 2 to 3 days is often ideal, allowing time to explore its diverse neighborhoods, museums, parks, and vibrant culinary scene.