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Tomorrow25 Apr
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from US$78
Sat27 Apr
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 26 April at
    Departure city: Tijuana
    Departure location: Tijuana Central Bus Terminal
    Arrival time: 26 April at
    Destination city: San Francisco
    Destination location: Salesforce Transit Center
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    US$78
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: 2nd Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 26 April at
    Departure city: Tijuana
    Departure location: Tijuana Central Bus Terminal
    Arrival time: 27 April at
    Destination city: San Francisco
    Destination location: Salesforce Transit Center
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    US$89
  • Departure time: 26 April at
    Departure city: Tijuana
    Departure location: Tijuana Central Bus Terminal
    Arrival time: 26 April at
    Destination city: San Francisco
    Destination location: 409 Townsend St, SF
    Operated by
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    US$79
  • Departure time: 26 April at
    Departure city: Tijuana
    Departure location: Tijuana Central Bus Terminal
    Arrival time: 27 April at
    Destination city: San Francisco
    Destination location: 409 Townsend St, SF
    Operated by
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    US$81
  • Departure time: 26 April at
    Departure city: Tijuana
    Departure location: Tijuana Central Bus Terminal
    Arrival time: 27 April at
    Destination city: San Francisco
    Destination location: Hyde/Beach (Fisherman's Wharf)
    Operated by
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    US$87
Bus Tijuana to San Francisco: Trip Overview

Bus Tijuana to San Francisco: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$87
Average bus trip duration17h 20m
Number of daily buses8
Earliest bus departure04:00
Distance473 miles
Latest bus departure17:00

Tijuana to San Francisco buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Buses8
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures04:00 - 17:00
Minimum PriceUS$66
Average Ticket PriceUS$87
Minimum Trip Duration14h15m
Average Bus Trip Duration17h20m
Distance473 miles
Bus companies on this routeGreyhound
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions on the trip Tijuana - San Francisco

The average bus ticket price from Tijuana to San Francisco is US$87. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Tijuana to San Francisco 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 Tijuana and San Francisco is around 17h 20m, although the fastest bus will take about 14h 15m. This is the time it takes to travel the 473 miles that separates the two cities.

The number of buses from Tijuana to San Francisco can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 8 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Tijuana to San Francisco by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

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

Buses travelling between Tijuana and San Francisco leave from Centro or Buenavista and arrive at Hyde/Beach (Fisherman's Wharf), Powell Station, Union Square Hilton.

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 Tijuana and San Francisco!

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 Tijuana to San Francisco.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Tijuana to San Francisco.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Tijuana to San Francisco, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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