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

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Next departures from San Francisco to Boston on 1 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
San Francisco Bus Station
BrooklineCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
San Francisco Bus Station
Boston (South Station)Fastest
Amtrak
Mission St & Fremont St
South Station (Train Terminal)No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
409 Townsend St, SF
Boston (South Station)No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
San Francisco Bus Station
Boston (South Station)No tags

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Get from San Francisco to Boston

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The journey takes about 3 days, 14 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$251, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day
3d 14hAverage duration
4328 kmDistance
108kgCO₂ emissions

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

Average ticket priceUS$384
Average bus trip duration3d 14h
Number of daily buses7
Earliest bus departure08:20
Distance4327 km
Latest bus departure23:25

San Francisco to Boston Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from San Francisco to Boston, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

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

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

    The bus ticket price from San Francisco to Boston starts at US$251. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from San Francisco to Boston 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 San Francisco to Boston?

    The average travel time between San Francisco and Boston is around 3d 14h, although the fastest bus will take about 3d 5h. 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 San Francisco and Boston?

    The number of buses from San Francisco to Boston can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 7 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from San Francisco to Boston by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

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

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

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

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

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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30/10
US$725
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US$405
01/11
US$316
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Francisco, US to Boston, MA, US was searched and found on 01 Nov 2025 with a price of US$316

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

You can expect to pay from US$316 to US$2 102 for a bus ticket from San Francisco, US to Boston, MA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$316, which is on 2025-11-01.

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Did you know?

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