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Bus San Francisco to Tacoma: Trip Overview

Bus San Francisco to Tacoma: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$126
Average Bus Trip Duration22h 25m
Number of daily buses5
Earliest bus departure2:35 PM
Distance1051 km
Latest bus departure8:50 PM

San Francisco to Tacoma Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Buses5
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures2:35PM - 8:50PM
Minimum PriceUS$100
Average Ticket PriceUS$126
Minimum Trip Duration21h30m
Average Bus Trip Duration22h25m
Distance1051 km
Bus companies on this routeFlixBus, Greyhound
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions on the trip San Francisco - Tacoma

The average bus ticket price from San Francisco to Tacoma is US$126. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from San Francisco to Tacoma 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 San Francisco and Tacoma is around 22h 25m, although the fastest bus will take about 21h 30m.This is the time it takes to travel the 1054 km that separates the two cities.

The number of buses from San Francisco to Tacoma can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 5 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from San Francisco to Tacoma by comparing and selecting the bus that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

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

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 San Francisco and Tacoma!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from San Francisco to Tacoma, 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 San Francisco to Tacoma.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from San Francisco to Tacoma while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

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.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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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