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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Salt Lake City Transit Center | 409 Townsend St, SF | No tags | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | Salt Lake City Transit Center | 409 Townsend St, SF | No tags | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | Salt Lake City Transit Center | 409 Townsend St, SF | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Salt Lake City Transit Center | San Francisco Bus Station | No tags | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | Salt Lake City Transit Center | 409 Townsend St, SF | No tags |
Get from Salt Lake City to San Francisco
The journey takes about 16 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $106, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Salt Lake City and San Francisco?
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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Based on 87422 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at $106
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City to San Francisco?
The cheapest bus tickets from Salt Lake City to San Francisco start from $106. The average price for this route is around $167. 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 Salt Lake City to San Francisco?
The average bus travel time from Salt Lake City to San Francisco is 16h 40m, covering a distance of 961 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 16h 40m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Salt Lake City to San Francisco route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Salt Lake City to San Francisco?
The earliest bus departs from Salt Lake City to San Francisco at 8:45pm. And the latest bus departs at 8:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Salt Lake City to San Francisco?
A bus trip from Salt Lake City to San Francisco generates an estimated 24 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Salt Lake City to San Francisco, US was searched and found on Dec 11, 2025 with a price of $120To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Salt Lake City to San Francisco, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $120 to $138 for a bus ticket from Salt Lake City to San Francisco, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $120 which is on 2025-12-11.
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