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- This trip is recommended because it is the: CheapestDeparture time: April 29 atDeparture city: New YorkDeparture location: Queens Vil (7-11 - Jd Foods)Arrival time: May 3 atDestination city: San FranciscoDestination location: San Francisco Bus StationOperated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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- Departure time: April 29 atDeparture city: New YorkDeparture location: GW BridgeArrival time: May 2 atDestination city: San FranciscoDestination location: San Francisco Bus StationOperated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Vehicle: BusDuration:
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Compare 2 ways to go from New York to San Francisco
Busbud recommends taking the bus from New York to San FranciscoAmong the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Francisco. The journey takes about 3 days, 10 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$110, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus New York to San Francisco: Trip Overview
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Frequently asked questions on the trip New York - San Francisco
How long does it take to get to San Francisco from New York by bus?
The typical travel time from New York to San Francisco by bus is around 3d 10h. For the shortest travel time, select the fastest bus available, which will take you to San Francisco in about 3d.
What is the distance between New York and San Francisco?
The distance between New York and San Francisco is around 4134 km (2563 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from New York to San Francisco?
Buses traveling this route start their trip at New York Port Authority, in New York, and end it at Hyde/Beach (Fisherman's Wharf), in San Francisco.
What is the cheapest way to go from New York to San Francisco?
The least expensive option to go from New York to San Francisco would be going by bus. With a starting ticket price of US$110, this bus becomes your top pick for this journey.
How much is the bus from New York to San Francisco?
The bus fare from New York to San Francisco is approximately US$224.
Is it possible to travel by overnight bus from New York to San Francisco?
Yes! Catch buses leaving from New York until 11:59pm and reaching San Francisco on the following day.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from New York to San Francisco was searched and found on Apr 29, 2025 with a price of US$228To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from New York to San Francisco, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$228 to US$762 for a bus ticket from New York to San Francisco based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$228 which is on 2025-04-29.
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Bus Travel Tips
Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from New York to San Francisco.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.
From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from New York to San Francisco.
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 New York to San Francisco.
Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from New York to San Francisco.
Did you know?
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 Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.
The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!
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