Find coaches from Long Beach, CA to San Francisco, US

Next departures

Next departures from Long Beach to San Francisco on 2 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Long Beach
San Francisco Bus StationCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Long Beach Bus Station
San Francisco Bus StationFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Long Beach Bus Station
409 Townsend St, SFNo tags

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Get from Long Beach to San Francisco

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The journey takes about 10 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day
10h 40mAverage duration
584 kmDistance
15kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Long Beach, CA to San Francisco, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$84
Average bus trip duration10h 40m
Number of daily buses4
Earliest bus departure09:35
Distance584 km
Latest bus departure20:35

Long Beach to San Francisco Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Long Beach, CA - San Francisco, US

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

    The bus ticket price from Long Beach to San Francisco starts at US$40. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Long Beach 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 Long Beach to San Francisco?

    The average travel time between Long Beach and San Francisco is around 10h 40m, although the fastest bus will take about 9h 5m. This is the time it takes to travel the 588 km that separates the two cities.

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

    The number of buses from Long Beach to San Francisco can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 4 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Long Beach to San Francisco by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which bus companies travel from Long Beach to San Francisco?

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

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
28/10
US$58
29/10
US$155
Today
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31/10
US$166
01/11
US$53
02/11
US$133
03/11
US$41
04/11
US$37
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Long Beach, CA to San Francisco, US was searched and found on 04 Nov 2025 with a price of US$37

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

You can expect to pay from US$37 to US$166 for a bus ticket from Long Beach, CA to San Francisco, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$37, which is on 2025-11-04.

Usually Greyhound 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

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Long Beach to San Francisco but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

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

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

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Long Beach to San Francisco while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

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

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.

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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