Find coaches from Boston, MA, US to San Francisco, US

Next departures

Next departures from Boston to San Francisco on 1 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Brookline
409 Townsend St, SFCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Boston (South Station)
San Francisco Bus StationFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Boston (South Station)
409 Townsend St, SFNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Boston (South Station)
San Francisco Bus StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Boston (South Station)
409 Townsend St, SFNo tags

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Get from Boston to San Francisco

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The journey takes about 3 days, 12 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$143, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day
3d 12hAverage duration
4328 kmDistance
108kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Boston, MA, US to San Francisco, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$300
Average bus trip duration3d 12h
Number of daily buses9
Earliest bus departure01:30
Distance4327 km
Latest bus departure22:00

Boston to San Francisco Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from Boston to San Francisco. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Boston to San Francisco from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to San Francisco from Boston, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Boston, MA, US - San Francisco, US

  1. How much does a bus ticket from Boston to San Francisco cost?

    The bus ticket price from Boston to San Francisco starts at US$143. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Boston 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!

  2. How long is the bus ride from Boston to San Francisco?

    The average travel time between Boston and San Francisco is around 3d 12h, although the fastest bus will take about 3d 3h. This is the time it takes to travel the 4339 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily bus connections are there between Boston and San Francisco?

    The number of buses from Boston to San Francisco can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 9 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Boston to San Francisco by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which bus companies travel from Boston to San Francisco?

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

  5. What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Boston to San Francisco?

    Buses travelling between Boston and San Francisco leave from Back Bay Station or South Station and arrive at Hyde/Beach (Fisherman's Wharf), Powell Station, Union Square Hilton.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
29/10
US$302
30/10
US$484
Today
US$297
01/11
US$304
02/11
US$359
03/11
No data
04/11
No data
05/11
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to San Francisco, US was searched and found on 31 Oct 2025 with a price of US$297

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

You can expect to pay from US$297 to US$484 for a bus ticket from Boston, MA, US to San Francisco, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$304, which is on 2025-11-01.

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 Boston and San Francisco!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Boston to San Francisco, get comfy and count the stars.

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 Boston to San Francisco.

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

Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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