Bus from San Francisco, US to Lincoln, NE, US: Tickets & Timetables

Next departures

Next departures from San Francisco to Lincoln on 14 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
San Francisco Bus Station
LincolnCheapestFastest
Amtrak
Mission St & Fremont St
Lincoln Station - HaymarketNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
San Francisco Bus Station
LincolnNo tags
Amtrak
Mission St & Fremont St
Lincoln Station - HaymarketNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 09:54 PST.

Get from San Francisco to Lincoln

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 18 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just £171, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
1d 18hAverage duration
1385 milesDistance
56kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from San Francisco, US to Lincoln, NE, 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 San Francisco to Lincoln?

    The cheapest coach tickets from San Francisco to Lincoln start from £171. The average price for this route is around £201. 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 San Francisco to Lincoln?

    The average bus journey time from San Francisco to Lincoln is 1d 18h, covering a distance of 1385 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1d 13h and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the San Francisco to Lincoln route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Francisco to Lincoln?

    The earliest bus departs from San Francisco to Lincoln at 08:20. And the latest bus departs at 22:40.

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

    A bus journey from San Francisco to Lincoln produces an estimated 56 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 San Francisco to Lincoln?

    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.

  7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from San Francisco to Lincoln?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from San Francisco to Lincoln?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Amtrak, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Francisco to Lincoln?

    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.

Best price found
08/12
£148
09/12
No data
Today
£169
11/12
£169
12/12
£169
13/12
No data
14/12
£177
15/12
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Francisco, US to Lincoln, NE, US was searched and found on 8 Dec 2025 with a price of £148

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

You can expect to pay from £148 to £583 for a bus ticket from San Francisco, US to Lincoln, NE, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £169, which is on 2025-12-11.

Usually Amtrak 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.

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