How much does a bus ticket from Sacramento to San Francisco cost?

The bus ticket price from Sacramento to San Francisco starts at US$24. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Sacramento 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!

How long is the bus ride from Sacramento to San Francisco?

The average travel time between Sacramento and San Francisco is around 2h 35m, although the fastest bus will take about 2h 10m. This is the time it takes to travel the 121 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Sacramento and San Francisco?

The number of buses from Sacramento to San Francisco can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Sacramento to San Francisco by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Sacramento to San Francisco?

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

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Sacramento to San Francisco?

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

Bus Sacramento to San Francisco from US$18 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Sacramento to San Francisco on 4 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
15:30	Greyhound Sacramento Station	2h 35m	18:05	San Francisco Bus Station	CheapestFastest
09:40	Greyhound Sacramento Station	2h 45m	12:25	San Francisco Bus Station	No tags
20:30	Greyhound Sacramento Station	2h 35m	23:05	San Francisco Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Sacramento to San Francisco on 5 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:40	Greyhound Sacramento Station	2h 45m	12:25	San Francisco Bus Station	Cheapest
15:30	Greyhound Sacramento Station	2h 35m	18:05	San Francisco Bus Station	Fastest
20:30	Greyhound Sacramento Station	2h 35m	23:05	San Francisco Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Sacramento to San Francisco on 6 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:40	Greyhound Sacramento Station	2h 45m	12:25	San Francisco Bus Station	Cheapest
15:30	Greyhound Sacramento Station	2h 35m	18:05	San Francisco Bus Station	Fastest
20:30	Greyhound Sacramento Station	2h 35m	23:05	San Francisco Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Sacramento to San Francisco on 7 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
15:30	Greyhound Sacramento Station	2h 35m	18:05	San Francisco Bus Station	CheapestFastest
09:40	Greyhound Sacramento Station	2h 45m	12:25	San Francisco Bus Station	No tags
20:30	Greyhound Sacramento Station	2h 35m	23:05	San Francisco Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Sacramento to San Francisco on 8 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:40	Greyhound Sacramento Station	2h 45m	12:25	San Francisco Bus Station	Cheapest
15:30	Greyhound Sacramento Station	2h 35m	18:05	San Francisco Bus Station	Fastest
20:30	Greyhound Sacramento Station	2h 35m	23:05	San Francisco Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Sacramento to San Francisco on 9 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:40	Greyhound Sacramento Station	2h 45m	12:25	San Francisco Bus Station	Cheapest
15:30	Greyhound Sacramento Station	2h 35m	18:05	San Francisco Bus Station	Fastest
20:30	Greyhound Sacramento Station	2h 35m	23:05	San Francisco Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Sacramento to San Francisco on 10 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:40	Greyhound Sacramento Station	2h 45m	12:25	San Francisco Bus Station	Cheapest
15:30	Greyhound Sacramento Station	2h 35m	18:05	San Francisco Bus Station	Fastest
20:30	Greyhound Sacramento Station	2h 35m	23:05	San Francisco Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Sacramento to San Francisco

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Francisco. The journey takes about 2 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just US$24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

2h 35mAverage duration

120 kmDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceUS$24 - US$54	Average duration2h 35m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Shuttle	Average priceUS$127 - US$226	Average duration2h 30m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Bus Sacramento, US to San Francisco, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$28

Average bus trip duration2h 35m

Number of daily buses3

Earliest bus departure09:40

Distance119 km

Latest bus departure20:30

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 348 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

According to 47 reviews, Greyhound received a 3.2-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats, but some complained about the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at US$24

Greyhound Sacramento San Francisco recent customer reviews

It was disappointing that the bus was late to leave from Sacramento and we missed an important meeting in San Fran. We had thought given Greyhound is a major company it would at least run on schedule, however sadly not only that it was 40 min late, the driver did not even apologise for the delay or communicated with us as to why he was late. We are visiting from Australia and missed an important meeting we had planned in San Fran.

Naz A.

4 July 2019

The driver was clearly in a bad mood last night and had an attitude with customers. The bus was running 15 minutes late and the communication system was echoing strangely when announcements were made to update costumers. On a more positive note the driver drive safely and we reached our destination

Louise B.

30 July 2018

smelled like feces the ENTIRE ride. would not pay even $1 to go on a bus like that.

Cathy N.

15 May 2018

FlixBus

3.5/511 164 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

According to 12 reviews, FlixBus received a 2.6-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the temperature, but some complained about the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at US$27

FlixBus Sacramento San Francisco recent customer reviews

The driver was a Les on arrival, and because of that made us almost an hour late to our destination we almost missed the concert that we were going to attend

Keyera M.

28 October 2023

The bus was delayed for more than 1 hour.

E P.

25 October 2024

On time service & drive safe

浩大.

14 August 2024

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

Sacramento to San Francisco Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Sacramento and San Francisco?

Stops in Sacramento

A - Greyhound Sacramento Station

B - Old Sacramento

C - Fruitridge Rd

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.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Sacramento, US - San Francisco, US

How much does a bus ticket from Sacramento to San Francisco cost?
The bus ticket price from Sacramento to San Francisco starts at US$24. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Sacramento 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!
How long is the bus ride from Sacramento to San Francisco?
The average travel time between Sacramento and San Francisco is around 2h 35m, although the fastest bus will take about 2h 10m. This is the time it takes to travel the 121 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Sacramento and San Francisco?
The number of buses from Sacramento to San Francisco can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Sacramento to San Francisco by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Sacramento to San Francisco?
When taking the bus from Sacramento to San Francisco, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Sacramento to San Francisco?
Buses travelling between Sacramento and San Francisco leave from Greyhound Sacramento Station or Old Sacramento 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

31/10

US$29

01/11

US$28

Today

US$26

03/11

US$23

04/11

US$19

05/11

US$22

06/11

US$22

07/11

US$21

The cheapest trip from Sacramento, US to San Francisco, US was searched and found on 04 Nov 2025 with a price of US$19

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

You can expect to pay from US$19 to US$48 for a bus ticket from Sacramento, US to San Francisco, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$19, which is on 2025-11-04.

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 Sacramento and San Francisco!

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

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

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

Did you know?

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

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.

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.

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