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

Next departures

Next departures from San Francisco to Long Beach on 31 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
San Francisco Bus Station
Long BeachCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
San Francisco Bus Station
Long Beach Bus StationFastest

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Get from San Francisco to Long Beach

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The journey takes about 13 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$50, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day
13h 55mAverage duration
585 kmDistance
15kgCO₂ emissions

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

Average ticket priceUS$81
Average bus trip duration13h 55m
Number of daily buses5
Earliest bus departure06:30
Distance585 km
Latest bus departure23:25

San Francisco to Long Beach Bus

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

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

    The bus ticket price from San Francisco to Long Beach starts at US$50. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from San Francisco to Long Beach 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 Long Beach?

    The average travel time between San Francisco and Long Beach is around 13h 55m, although the fastest bus will take about 9h. 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 San Francisco and Long Beach?

    The number of buses from San Francisco to Long Beach can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 5 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from San Francisco to Long Beach by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

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

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

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

    Buses travelling between San Francisco and Long Beach leave from Hyde/Beach (Fisherman's Wharf) or Powell Station and arrive at Long Beach Bus Station.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
29/10
US$108
30/10
US$151
Today
US$181
01/11
US$51
02/11
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05/11
US$44
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Francisco, US to Long Beach, CA was searched and found on 05 Nov 2025 with a price of US$44

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 Long Beach, CA as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$44 to US$181 for a bus ticket from San Francisco, US to Long Beach, CA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$44, which is on 2025-11-05.

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 San Francisco and Long Beach!

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

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from San Francisco to Long Beach that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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

Did you know?

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.

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.

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