Bus from Columbus, OH to San Francisco, US: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Columbus to San Francisco on 17 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
100 E Rich St
San Francisco Bus StationCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Columbus (E Mound St)
San Francisco Bus StationFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
100 E Rich St
409 Townsend St, SFNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Columbus (E Mound St)
409 Townsend St, SFNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 15:40 EST.

Get from Columbus to San Francisco

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 2 days, 20 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just £249, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day
2d 20hAverage duration
2104 milesDistance
85kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Columbus, OH to San Francisco, US

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

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

    The cheapest coach tickets from Columbus to San Francisco start from £249. The average price for this route is around £315. 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 journey from Columbus to San Francisco?

    The average bus journey time from Columbus to San Francisco is 2d 20h, covering a distance of 2104 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 2d 10h and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Columbus 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 is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Columbus to San Francisco?

    The earliest bus departs from Columbus to San Francisco at 04:50. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.

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

    A bus journey from Columbus to San Francisco produces an estimated 85 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. Which is the best bus company from Columbus 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 company has the best Wi-Fi from Columbus to San Francisco?

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

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Columbus 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 Columbus 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.

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