Bus Tickets from Los Angeles, CA to San Francisco, CA

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TodayApr 25
from US$75
TomorrowApr 26
from US$62
SunApr 27
from US$61
MonApr 28
from US$49
TueApr 29
from US$49
WedApr 30
ThuMay 1
from US$47
FriMay 2
from US$51

Next departures to San Francisco

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Los Angeles
    Departure location: Los Angeles Union Station
    Arrival time: April 27 at
    Destination city: San Francisco
    Destination location: 409 Townsend St, SF
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Los Angeles
    Departure location: UCLA
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: San Francisco
    Destination location: 409 Townsend St, SF
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Los Angeles
    Departure location: Los Angeles Union Station
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: San Francisco
    Destination location: 409 Townsend St, SF
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Los Angeles
    Departure location: Los Angeles Union Station
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: San Francisco
    Destination location: San Francisco Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Los Angeles
    Departure location: UCLA
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: San Francisco
    Destination location: Mission St & Fremont St
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Los Angeles to San Francisco

Average PriceUS$37 - US$144Average Duration9h 10m
14kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Average PriceUS$56 - US$404Average Duration10h 27m
48kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Los Angeles to San Francisco

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Francisco. The journey takes about 9 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$37, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

24bus per day
9h 10mAverage Duration
US$37Cheapest ticket
14kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Los Angeles to San Francisco: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$51
Average Bus Trip Duration9h 10m
Number of daily buses24
Earliest bus departure12:15am
Distance558 km
Latest bus departure11:55pm

Los Angeles to San Francisco Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Los Angeles - San Francisco

  1. How long does it take to get to San Francisco from Los Angeles by bus?

    The typical travel time from Los Angeles to San Francisco by bus is around 9h 10m. The fastest bus on this trip will get to San Francisco in 7h 5m

  2. What is the distance between Los Angeles and San Francisco?

    The distance covered from Los Angeles to San Francisco is 560 km (348 miles).

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at UCLA, in Los Angeles, and end it at Hyde/Beach (Fisherman's Wharf), in San Francisco.

  4. What is the cheapest way to go from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

    Taking the bus is the cheapest option to travel from Los Angeles to San Francisco. The ticket price for this bus starts at US$37, making this your best choice for this trip.

  5. How much is the bus from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

    The bus fare from Los Angeles to San Francisco is approximately US$51.

  6. Is it possible to travel by overnight bus from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

    Yes! Catch buses leaving from Los Angeles until 11:55pm and reaching San Francisco on the following day.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
04-23
US$60
04-24
US$58
Today
US$58
04-26
US$54
04-27
US$53
04-28
US$41
04-29
US$41
04-30
US$38
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Los Angeles to San Francisco was searched and found on Apr 30, 2025 with a price of US$38

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

You can expect to pay from US$38 to US$136 for a bus ticket from Los Angeles to San Francisco based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$38 which is on 2025-04-30.

Usually Amtrak will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Los Angeles to San Francisco but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Los Angeles to San Francisco, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Los Angeles to San Francisco will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Los Angeles to San Francisco while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

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

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

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

What's the cheapest way to go from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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