How far is Reno from San Francisco by coach?

The distance between San Francisco and Reno by coach is approximately 186 miles (300 km).

What is the best way to go from San Francisco to Reno without a car?

The best way to go from San Francisco to Reno without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Bus San Francisco to Reno from £20 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from San Francisco to Reno on 13 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
13:30	San Francisco Bus Station	5h 50m	19:20	Reno	CheapestFastest
06:30	San Francisco Bus Station	6h 35m	13:05	Reno	No tags
06:55	Mission St & Fremont St	8h 32m	15:27	Reno Station	No tags
06:30	San Francisco Bus Station	6h 50m	13:20	Sparks (Greyhound Station)	No tags
06:55	Mission St & Fremont St	8h 32m	15:27	Reno Station	No tags
13:30	San Francisco Bus Station	6h 10m	19:40	Sparks (Greyhound Station)	No tags
06:55	Mission St & Fremont St	6h 15m	13:10	Reno Station	No tags
11:45	Mission St & Fremont St	6h 5m	17:50	Reno Station	No tags

Next departures from San Francisco to Reno on 14 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
06:30	San Francisco Bus Station	6h 35m	13:05	Reno	Cheapest
13:30	San Francisco Bus Station	5h 50m	19:20	Reno	Fastest
06:30	San Francisco Bus Station	6h 50m	13:20	Sparks (Greyhound Station)	No tags
06:55	Mission St & Fremont St	8h 32m	15:27	Reno Station	No tags
13:30	San Francisco Bus Station	6h 10m	19:40	Sparks (Greyhound Station)	No tags
06:55	Mission St & Fremont St	8h 32m	15:27	Reno Station	No tags
06:55	Mission St & Fremont St	6h 15m	13:10	Reno Station	No tags
11:45	Mission St & Fremont St	6h 5m	17:50	Reno Station	No tags

Next departures from San Francisco to Reno on 15 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
13:30	San Francisco Bus Station	5h 50m	19:20	Reno	CheapestFastest
06:30	San Francisco Bus Station	6h 35m	13:05	Reno	No tags
12:50	Mission St & Fremont St	7h	19:50	Reno Station	No tags
06:30	San Francisco Bus Station	6h 50m	13:20	Sparks (Greyhound Station)	No tags
13:40	Mission St & Fremont St	6h 10m	19:50	Reno Station	No tags
13:30	San Francisco Bus Station	6h 10m	19:40	Sparks (Greyhound Station)	No tags

Next departures from San Francisco to Reno on 16 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
06:30	San Francisco Bus Station	6h 35m	13:05	Reno	Cheapest
13:30	San Francisco Bus Station	5h 50m	19:20	Reno	Fastest
06:30	San Francisco Bus Station	6h 50m	13:20	Sparks (Greyhound Station)	No tags
07:15	Mission St & Fremont St	8h 12m	15:27	Reno Station	No tags
13:30	San Francisco Bus Station	6h 10m	19:40	Sparks (Greyhound Station)	No tags
07:15	Mission St & Fremont St	8h 12m	15:27	Reno Station	No tags
12:50	Mission St & Fremont St	7h	19:50	Reno Station	No tags
13:40	Mission St & Fremont St	6h 10m	19:50	Reno Station	No tags

Next departures from San Francisco to Reno on 19 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
06:30	San Francisco Bus Station	6h 35m	13:05	Reno	Cheapest
13:30	San Francisco Bus Station	5h 50m	19:20	Reno	Fastest
06:30	San Francisco Bus Station	6h 50m	13:20	Sparks (Greyhound Station)	No tags
06:55	Mission St & Fremont St	8h 32m	15:27	Reno Station	No tags
13:30	San Francisco Bus Station	6h 10m	19:40	Sparks (Greyhound Station)	No tags
06:55	Mission St & Fremont St	8h 32m	15:27	Reno Station	No tags
06:55	Mission St & Fremont St	6h 15m	13:10	Reno Station	No tags
11:45	Mission St & Fremont St	6h 5m	17:50	Reno Station	No tags

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Get from San Francisco to Reno

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 6 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just £26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

6h 10mAverage duration

184 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,370 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

According to 42 reviews, Greyhound received a 3.3-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the timeliness and the seats, but some complained about the value for money. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at £26

Greyhound San Francisco Reno recent customer reviews

The bus had a technical difficulty in Sacramento and we were stuck for 3h. The driver did not keep us on the loop and was rude when we addressed him. Half the passengers had to take an Uber to finish their trip

Duarte C.

2 October 2023

There has been a serious standard drop in there services! I have never seen a bus so dirty!

Benjamin D.

23 August 2022

Lots of stops Long lasting Should shorten time by leaving quicker Time on Flix bus better reduced but greydog still reliable

Michael C.

11 September 2021

Amtrak

4/55,582 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,289 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in San Francisco and Reno?

Stops in San Francisco

A - Hyde/Beach (Fisherman's Wharf)

B - Powell Station

C - Union Square Hilton

D - San Francisco Greyhound Station

E - 444 Townsend St.

Stops in Reno

A - Reno Station

B - Reno Tahoe Airport

C - Reno Greyhound Bus Station

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

How far is Reno from San Francisco by coach?
The distance between San Francisco and Reno by coach is approximately 186 miles (300 km).
What is the best way to go from San Francisco to Reno without a car?
The best way to go from San Francisco to Reno without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

10/11

£40

11/11

£57

Today

£33

13/11

£27

14/11

£26

15/11

£28

16/11

£25

17/11

£36

The cheapest trip from San Francisco, US to Reno was searched and found on 16 Nov 2025 with a price of £25

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 Reno as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £25 to £211 for a bus ticket from San Francisco, US to Reno based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £25, which is on 2025-11-16.

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.