Bus Tickets from Detroit, MI to Oakland

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Next departures for Detroit to Oakland on October 14
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound
Detroit Bus Station
West Oakland BARTNo tags
Greyhound
Detroit Bus Station
West Oakland BARTNo tags
Greyhound
Detroit Bus Station
Oakland/Berkeley/East BayNo tags
Greyhound + FlixBus
Detroit Bus Station
UC Berkeley (Crescent Lawn)No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus
Detroit Bus Station
UC Berkeley (Crescent Lawn)No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Detroit to Oakland

Bus
Average PriceUS$230 - US$517Average Duration2d 19h
84kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$218 - US$543Average Duration2d 18h
304kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Detroit to Oakland

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Oakland. The journey takes about 2 days, 19 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$230, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day
2d 19hAverage Duration
US$230Cheapest ticket
84kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Detroit, MI to Oakland: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$267
Average Bus Trip Duration2d 19h
Number of daily buses9
Earliest bus departure8:20am
Distance3346 km
Latest bus departure11:25pm

Detroit to Oakland Bus

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We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from Detroit to Oakland.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Oakland from Detroit, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Detroit, MI - Oakland

  1. What is the travel distance from Detroit to Oakland?

    Detroit and Oakland are 3350 km (2077 miles) apart.

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Detroit to Oakland?

    Buses departing from Detroit Bus Station in Detroit will take you to Emeryville Station in Oakland.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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US$224
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Detroit, MI to Oakland was searched and found on Oct 12, 2025 with a price of US$224

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Detroit, MI to Oakland, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$224 to US$435 for a bus ticket from Detroit, MI to Oakland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$224 which is on 2025-10-15.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Detroit to Oakland.

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Did you know?

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

What's the cheapest way to go from Detroit, MI to Oakland?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Detroit, MI by bus?

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Train from Detroit, MI to Oakland

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