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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Richmond (Main St Station Plaza) | San Francisco Bus Station | CheapestFastest | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Richmond (Main St Station Plaza) | San Francisco Bus Station | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Henrico | San Francisco Bus Station | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Richmond (17th St and Ambler) | San Francisco Bus Station | No tags |
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Get from Richmond to San Francisco
The journey takes about 3 days, 9 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just £177, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Richmond and San Francisco?
Stops in Richmond
- A1520 E Main St, Richmond, VA 23219, USA
- BRichmond Staples Mill Road Amtrak Station, Dumbarton, VA 23228, USA
- C8531 Fordson Rd, Henrico, VA 23229, USA
- D
VCU
351 W Canal St, Richmond, VA 23220, USA - E
2828 W. Broad St.
2828 W Broad St. Richmond, VA 23230 ( Corner N Sheppard St) - F
Greyhound Station
2910 North Blvd, Richmond, VA 23230
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 by bus from Richmond, VA, US 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.
How much is the bus ticket from Richmond to San Francisco?
The cheapest coach tickets from Richmond to San Francisco start from £177. The average price for this route is around £256. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Richmond to San Francisco?
The average bus journey time from Richmond to San Francisco is 3d 9h, covering a distance of 2430 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 2d 22h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Richmond to San Francisco route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Richmond to San Francisco?
The earliest bus departs from Richmond to San Francisco at 09:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Richmond to San Francisco?
A bus journey from Richmond to San Francisco produces an estimated 98 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Richmond to San Francisco?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5627 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Richmond to San Francisco?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Richmond 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 Richmond to San Francisco?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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 Richmond, VA, US to San Francisco, US was searched and found on 9 Dec 2025 with a price of £500To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Richmond, VA, US to San Francisco, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £500 to £500 for a bus ticket from Richmond, VA, US to San Francisco, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £500, which is on 2025-12-09.
