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

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TomorrowApr 26
from US$50
SunApr 27
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MonApr 28
from US$50
TueApr 29
WedApr 30
from US$47
ThuMay 1
FriMay 2
from US$50
SatMay 3

Next departures to Los Angeles

One passenger / one way

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

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Bus San Francisco to Los Angeles: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$52
Average Bus Trip Duration9h 40m
Number of daily buses27
Earliest bus departure6:00am
Distance559 km
Latest bus departure11:25pm

San Francisco to Los Angeles Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from San Francisco to Los Angeles, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip San Francisco - Los Angeles

  1. How long is the bus trip from San Francisco to Los Angeles?

    The bus ride from San Francisco to Los Angeles takes 9h 40m, on average. For the shortest travel time, select the fastest bus available, which will take you to Los Angeles in about 7h 5m.

  2. How far is San Francisco from Los Angeles?

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

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

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

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

    Taking the bus is the most budget-friendly option to travel from San Francisco to Los Angeles. With a starting ticket price of US$35, this bus becomes your top pick for this journey.

  5. How much does it cost to take the bus from San Francisco to Los Angeles?

    The bus fare from San Francisco to Los Angeles is approximately US$52.

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$47
04-24
US$47
Today
US$47
04-26
US$47
04-27
US$47
04-28
US$44
04-29
US$37
04-30
US$39
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Francisco to Los Angeles was searched and found on Apr 29, 2025 with a price of US$37

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

You can expect to pay from US$37 to US$393 for a bus ticket from San Francisco to Los Angeles based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$37 which is on 2025-04-29.

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

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from San Francisco to Los Angeles.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from San Francisco to Los Angeles, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from San Francisco to Los Angeles that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from San Francisco to Los Angeles, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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.

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