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TomorrowApr 24
from US$15
ThuApr 25
from US$14
FriApr 26
from US$16
SatApr 27
from US$15
SunApr 28
from US$15
MonApr 29
TueApr 30
WedMay 1

Cheap buses leaving tomorrow

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: April 24 at
    Departure city: Sacramento
    Departure location: Greyhound Sacramento Station
    Arrival time: April 24 at
    Destination city: San Francisco
    Destination location: 409 Townsend St, SF
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    US$15
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: 2nd Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: April 24 at
    Departure city: Sacramento
    Departure location: Old Sacramento
    Arrival time: April 24 at
    Destination city: San Francisco
    Destination location: 409 Townsend St, SF
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    US$15
  • Departure time: April 24 at
    Departure city: Sacramento
    Departure location: Greyhound Sacramento Station
    Arrival time: April 24 at
    Destination city: San Francisco
    Destination location: 409 Townsend St, SF
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    US$16
  • Departure time: April 24 at
    Departure city: Sacramento
    Departure location: Greyhound Sacramento Station
    Arrival time: April 24 at
    Destination city: San Francisco
    Destination location: 409 Townsend St, SF
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    US$16
  • Departure time: April 24 at
    Departure city: Sacramento
    Departure location: Greyhound Sacramento Station
    Arrival time: April 24 at
    Destination city: San Francisco
    Destination location: 409 Townsend St, SF
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    US$16
Bus Sacramento to San Francisco: Trip Overview

Bus Sacramento to San Francisco: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$22
Average Bus Trip Duration2h 35m
Number of daily buses21
Earliest bus departure5:30 AM
Distance119 km
Latest bus departure8:30 PM

Sacramento to San Francisco Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Buses21
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures5:30AM - 8:30PM
Minimum PriceUS$12
Average Ticket PriceUS$22
Minimum Trip Duration2h5m
Average Bus Trip Duration2h35m
Distance119 km
Bus companies on this routeFlixBus, Greyhound
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions on the trip Sacramento - San Francisco

The average bus ticket price from Sacramento to San Francisco is US$22. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Sacramento to San Francisco is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

The average travel time between Sacramento and San Francisco is around 2h 35m, although the fastest bus will take about 2h 5m.This is the time it takes to travel the 121 km that separates the two cities.

The number of buses from Sacramento to San Francisco can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 21 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Sacramento to San Francisco by comparing and selecting the bus that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

When taking the bus from Sacramento to San Francisco, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Greyhound.

Buses travelling between Sacramento and San Francisco leave from Greyhound Sacramento Station or Old Sacramento and arrive at Hyde/Beach (Fisherman's Wharf), Powell Station, Union Square Hilton.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
04-22
US$12
Today
US$14
04-24
No data
04-25
No data
04-26
US$12
04-27
US$15
04-28
US$14
04-29
US$15
The cheapest trip from Sacramento to San Francisco was searched and found on Apr 22, 2024 with a price of US$12

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

You can expect to pay from US$12 to US$17 for a bus ticket from Sacramento to San Francisco based on the last 1 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$12 which is on 2024-04-26.

Usually FlixBus 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

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 Sacramento and San Francisco!

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

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Sacramento to San Francisco will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

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

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.

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.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

What's the cheapest way to go from Sacramento to San Francisco?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
Vehicle TypeTravel timeAvg PriceDaily Departures
Vehicle TypeBusTravel time2h 35mAvg PriceUS$22Daily Departures21
Vehicle TypeTrainTravel time2h 15mAvg PriceUS$38Daily Departures12

The best way to travel between Sacramento and San Francisco is by bus. By choosing the bus, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost US$22 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from US$16. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to San Francisco, choose the bus, as it will take you from Sacramento to San Francisco in about 2h 15m —that's the fastest way to get there!

Will you be returning to Sacramento by bus?

Bus from San Francisco to Sacramento

You can also go to San Francisco by train

Train from Sacramento to San Francisco

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