Bus from Buffalo, NY to San Francisco, US: Tickets & Schedules

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Buffalo to San Francisco on January 17
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound + FlixBus
Bus
Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority
Daly BART - 500 John Daly BlvdNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority
San Francisco Bus StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority
Daly BART - 500 John Daly BlvdNo tags
Greyhound + FlixBus
Bus
Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority
409 Townsend St, SFNo tags
Greyhound + FlixBus
Bus
Buffalo (BUF) Airport
409 Townsend St, SFNo tags

Get from Buffalo to San Francisco

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 3 days, 19 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $469, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day
3d 19hAverage Duration
3702 kmDistance
93kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Buffalo, NY to San Francisco, US by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Buffalo to San Francisco?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Buffalo to San Francisco start from $469. The average price for this route is around $544. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Buffalo to San Francisco?

    The average bus travel time from Buffalo to San Francisco is 3d 19h, covering a distance of 3702 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3d 2h and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Buffalo to San Francisco route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Buffalo to San Francisco?

    The earliest bus departs from Buffalo to San Francisco at 2:10pm. And the latest bus departs at 11:20pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Buffalo to San Francisco?

    A bus trip from Buffalo to San Francisco generates an estimated 93 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Buffalo to San Francisco?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87500 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Buffalo to San Francisco?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Buffalo to San Francisco?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Buffalo to San Francisco?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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