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Bus Santa Monica to San Francisco: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$80
Average bus trip duration10h 50m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure08:05
Distance340 miles
Latest bus departure11:55

Santa Monica to San Francisco buses

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Santa Monica - San Francisco

  1. How much does it cost to travel by coach from Santa Monica to San Francisco?

    Coach ticket prices from Santa Monica to San Francisco can start as low as US$66, though the average price for this trip is US$80. The actual price may differ based on factors like the time you plan to travel, the day of the week, and the coach service provider you select. To get accurate and up-to-date pricing information, check out all your options on our search tool.

  2. How long is a coach from Santa Monica to San Francisco?

    The coach journey between Santa Monica and San Francisco lasts about 10h 50m. The fastest coach journey typically takes 10h 50m. However, please keep in mind that your specific travel time may vary due to the prevailing traffic conditions along the route.

  3. At what time is the first coach from Santa Monica to San Francisco?

    The first coach from Santa Monica to San Francisco leaves at 08:05. Keep in mind that departure times might change on weekends and holidays.

  4. What's the distance between Santa Monica and San Francisco by coach?

    The journey from Santa Monica to San Francisco by coach covers an approximate distance of 340 miles (548 km).

  5. What is the best way to go from Santa Monica to San Francisco without flying?

    To travel from Santa Monica to San Francisco without flying, you can take the coaches. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

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

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Santa Monica to San Francisco was searched and found on 5 Apr 2025 with a price of US$55

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

You can expect to pay from US$55 to US$76 for a bus ticket from Santa Monica to San Francisco based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$55, which is on 2025-04-05.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Santa Monica 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.

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

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Santa Monica to San Francisco will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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