Bus from San Francisco, US to Houston, US: Tickets & Timetables

Next departures

Next departures from San Francisco to Houston on 3 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Mission St & Fremont St
Amtrak StationCheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
409 Townsend St, SF
Houston Bus StationFastest
Amtrak
Mission St & Fremont St
Amtrak StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico
409 Townsend St, SF
Downtown Gray & SmithNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit
409 Townsend St, SF
Hillcroft Ave & Southwest FreewayNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 5:07 AM PST.

Get from San Francisco to Houston

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 2 days, 6 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 2 521, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16bus per day
2d 6hAverage duration
2669 kmDistance
67kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Francisco, US to Houston, US by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from San Francisco to Houston?

    The cheapest bus tickets from San Francisco to Houston start at R 2 521. The average price for this route is around R 5 224. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from San Francisco to Houston?

    The average bus journey time from San Francisco to Houston is 2d 6h, covering a distance of 2669 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 18h and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the San Francisco to Houston route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Greyhound, FlixBus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Francisco to Houston?

    The earliest bus departs from San Francisco to Houston at 06:30. And the latest bus departs at 23:25.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Francisco to Houston?

    A bus trip from San Francisco to Houston produces an estimated 67 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

  6. What is the best bus company from San Francisco to Houston?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Francisco to Houston?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from San Francisco to Houston?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Francisco to Houston?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
30/11
R 9 161
01/12
R 6 274
Today
R 4 467
03/12
R 4 985
04/12
R 5 361
05/12
R 5 124
06/12
No data
07/12
R 4 335
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Francisco, US to Houston, US was searched and found on 07 Dec 2025 with a price of R 4 335

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 Houston, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 4 335 to R 22 570 for a bus ticket from San Francisco, US to Houston, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 4 335, which is on 2025-12-07.

Usually Amtrak 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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