Bus San Francisco to Fresno: Trip Overview
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San Francisco to Fresno Buses
Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from San Francisco to Fresno.
We make sure you can find a bus service from San Francisco to Fresno from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.
Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Fresno from San Francisco, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.
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Frequently asked questions on the trip San Francisco - Fresno
How long is the trip from San Francisco to Fresno by bus?
The trip from San Francisco to Fresno will take on average 7h 50m. If you're looking for the fastest way to get there, you'll find a bus doing the trip in about 4h 55m.
What is the travel distance from San Francisco to Fresno?
It's about 261 km (162 miles) from San Francisco to Fresno.
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from San Francisco to Fresno?
Buses traveling this route start their trip at Hyde/Beach (Fisherman's Wharf), in San Francisco, and end it at Amtrak Station, in Fresno.
What is the cheapest way to travel from San Francisco to Fresno?
If you're on a budget, consider traveling by bus to Fresno from San Francisco; it tends to be more affordable. The ticket price for this bus starts at US$31, making this your best choice for this trip.
How much does the bus ticket cost from San Francisco to Fresno?
Taking the bus from San Francisco to Fresno costs on average US$45.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from San Francisco to Fresno was searched and found on Apr 2, 2025 with a price of US$27To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from San Francisco to Fresno, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$27 to US$69 for a bus ticket from San Francisco to Fresno based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$27 which is on 2025-04-02.
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.
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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 San Francisco to Fresno but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.
Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from San Francisco to Fresno, get comfy and count the stars.
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 San Francisco to Fresno.
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Did you know?
9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.
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!
Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!
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