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Bus San Francisco to Washington: Trip Overview

Bus San Francisco to Washington: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$164
Average bus trip duration3d 5h
Number of daily buses11
Earliest bus departure06:30
Distance2431 miles
Latest bus departure23:30

San Francisco to Washington buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Buses11
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures06:30 - 23:30
Minimum PriceUS$191
Average Ticket PriceUS$164
Minimum Trip Duration3d1h
Average Bus Trip Duration3d5h
Distance2431 miles
Bus companies on this routeFlixBus, Greyhound
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions on the trip San Francisco - Washington

The average bus ticket price from San Francisco to Washington is US$164. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from San Francisco to Washington 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 Washington is around 3d 5h, although the fastest bus will take about 3d 1h. This is the time it takes to travel the 2433 miles that separates the two cities.

The number of buses from San Francisco to Washington can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 11 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from San Francisco to Washington by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

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

Buses travelling between San Francisco and Washington leave from Hyde/Beach (Fisherman's Wharf) or Powell Station and arrive at Union Station, Dupont Circle, Metro Center Station.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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24/04
US$254
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27/04
US$227
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The cheapest trip from San Francisco to Washington was searched and found on 27 Apr 2024 with a price of US$227

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

You can expect to pay from US$227 to US$296 for a bus ticket from San Francisco to Washington based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$227, which is on 2024-04-27.

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.

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 Washington!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from San Francisco to Washington.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from San Francisco to Washington will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from San Francisco to Washington.

Did you know?

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Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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