Compare 2 ways to go from Austin to San Francisco
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Francisco. The journey takes about 2 days, 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$127, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Austin (TX), US - San Francisco (CA), US
How long does it take to get to San Francisco from Austin by bus?
The trip from Austin to San Francisco will take on average 2d. The fastest bus on this trip will get to San Francisco in 1d 16h
What is the distance between Austin and San Francisco?
It's about 2417 km (1499 miles) from Austin to San Francisco.
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Austin to San Francisco?
Buses traveling this route start their trip at Greyhound Station, in Austin, and end it at Hyde/Beach (Fisherman's Wharf), in San Francisco.
What is the cheapest way to travel from Austin to San Francisco?
Taking the bus is the most budget-friendly option to travel from Austin to San Francisco. With a starting ticket price of US$127, this bus becomes your top pick for this journey.
How much is the bus from Austin to San Francisco?
Taking the bus from Austin to San Francisco costs on average US$230.
Is it possible to travel by overnight bus from Austin to San Francisco?
Yes! Catch buses leaving from Austin until 11:45pm and reaching San Francisco on the following day.
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Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Austin and San Francisco!
Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Austin to San Francisco, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.
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 Austin to San Francisco.
Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Austin to San Francisco while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.
Did you know?
The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.
9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.
The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.
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