Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.
FlixBus San Diego San Francisco recent customer reviews
Both of my overnight bus drivers were kind, cared about safety and were very informative, keeping us abreast of what was happening with the fires we were passing through and giving us time updates.
Based on 5536 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $69
Amtrak San Diego San Francisco recent customer reviews
Good, but it’s really cold in the bus and train. We told that to driver but he didnt do anything about that. Everything else is good
Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.
Greyhound San Diego San Francisco recent customer reviews
I Will use ir agin. Justo clean they bathrooms. They drivers are excellent persons
4 out of 5 stars
Manuel G.
It was actually 3 busses. San Diego to Los Angeles, then to Sacramento, then to San francisco. But when I arrived in Los Angeles I discovered that there was a direct bus to San francisco at around the same time. But when I was searching for my ticket that option wasn't offered to me. So I could've avoided two bus changes and could've had just one instead. So, that was a shame.
I also want to say that Beverly, the driver from Los Angeles to Sacramento (sched 9606 on the 7th of November) was very cool and she did a great job. Even though the bus was late to Sacramento it wasn't the driver's fault. The company should account for traffic when making a schedule which they didn't. But Beverly was great, please give her a bonus or an extra day off.
4 out of 5 stars
Ainur A.
The buses doesn’t smell gud. They smell like urine
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Frequently asked questions for your trip San Diego, CA, US - San Francisco, US
What is the travel distance from San Diego to San Francisco?
The distance separating San Diego and San Francisco is 458 miles (739 km).
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from San Diego to San Francisco?
The majority of buses traveling from San Diego to San Francisco start their journey at Mission Valley Sheraton and wind up at Hyde/Beach (Fisherman's Wharf). These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.
What are the best sights and things to do in San Francisco?
Once in San Francisco, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Aquarium of the Bay, Lombard Street, Golden Gate Park, Walt Disney Family Museum and City Segway Tours of San Francisco.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
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10/20
$100
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$100
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$100
10/23
$90
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10/25
$58
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10/27
$60
The cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to San Francisco, US was searched and found on Oct 25, 2025 with a price of $58
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from San Diego, CA, US to San Francisco, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $58 to $175 for a bus ticket from San Diego, CA, US to San Francisco, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $58 which is on 2025-10-25.
Usually Amtrak, 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.
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Bus Travel Tips
Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from San Diego to San Francisco.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.
Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from San Diego 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 San Diego to San Francisco.
Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from San Diego to San Francisco while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.
Did you know?
The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.
Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!
9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.
Will you be returning to San Diego, CA, US by bus?
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The cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to San Francisco, US was searched and found on Oct 25, 2025 with a price of $58
