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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Charlotte Bus Station | San Francisco Bus Station | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Charlotte Bus Station | San Francisco Bus Station | Fastest | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Charlotte Bus Station | 409 Townsend St, SF | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Charlotte Bus Station | 409 Townsend St, SF | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Charlotte Bus Station | 409 Townsend St, SF | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 9:20 PM EST.
Get from Charlotte to San Francisco
The journey takes about 2 days, 22 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just $263, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Charlotte and San Francisco?
Stops in Charlotte
- A
Tornado & El Expreso Bus Company
4705 N. Tryon S, Charlotte, NC, USA - C
Charlotte Greyhound Bus Station
601 W Trade St , Charlotte, NC 28202 - D
Agencia El Salvador Bus Stop
4335 N Tryon St, Charlotte, NC 28213 - E
4127 Glenwood Dr
4127 Glenwood Dr, Charlotte, NC 28208 (Exxon Gas Station)
Stops in San Francisco
- A
Hyde/Beach (Fisherman's Wharf)
700 Beach Street, San Francisco, CA 94109, USA - B
Powell Station
25 Cyril Magnin St , San Francisco, CA 94102-2812 - C
Union Square Hilton
255 Mason St,, San Francisco, CA 94102-2114 - D
San Francisco Greyhound Station
200 Folsom St, San Francisco, CA 94105 - E
444 Townsend St.
444 Townsend St, San Francisco, CA 94107, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Charlotte, NC 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.
How much is the bus ticket from Charlotte to San Francisco?
The cheapest bus tickets from Charlotte to San Francisco start from $263. The average price for this route is around $681. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Charlotte to San Francisco?
The average bus travel time from Charlotte to San Francisco is 2d 22h, covering a distance of 3690 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 15h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Charlotte to San Francisco route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Charlotte to San Francisco?
The earliest bus departs from Charlotte to San Francisco at 12:55am. And the latest bus departs at 11:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Charlotte to San Francisco?
A bus trip from Charlotte to San Francisco generates an estimated 92 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Charlotte 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 87518 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Charlotte to San Francisco?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Charlotte 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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Charlotte 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.
The cheapest trip from Charlotte, NC to San Francisco, US was searched and found on Feb 2, 2026 with a price of $296To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Charlotte, NC to San Francisco, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $296 to $1,137 for a bus ticket from Charlotte, NC to San Francisco, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $296 which is on 2026-02-02.
