Find coaches from San Francisco, US to Philadelphia, PA

Next departures

Next departures from San Francisco to Philadelphia on 5 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    		San Francisco Bus Station
    		Schuylkill & WalnutCheapest
    Greyhound Lines, Inc.
      		San Francisco Bus Station
      		199 Spring Garden St.Fastest
      FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
        		409 Townsend St, SF
        		199 Spring Garden St.No tags
        Greyhound Lines, Inc.
          		San Francisco Bus Station
          		199 Spring Garden St.No tags
          FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
            		409 Townsend St, SF
            		Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden StNo tags

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            Get from San Francisco to Philadelphia

            This route is served by bus only

            The journey takes about 3 days, 9 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 3 586, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

            23bus per day
            3d 9hAverage duration
            4061 kmDistance
            102kgCO₂ emissions

            Bus San Francisco, US to Philadelphia, PA: Trip Overview

            Average ticket priceR 5 180
            Average bus trip duration3d 9h
            Number of daily buses23
            Earliest bus departure06:30
            Distance4060 km
            Latest bus departure23:25

            San Francisco to Philadelphia Bus

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            Frequently asked questions on the trip San Francisco, US - Philadelphia, PA

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

              The bus ticket price from San Francisco to Philadelphia starts at R 3 586. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from San Francisco to Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia?

              The average travel time between San Francisco and Philadelphia is around 3d 9h, although the fastest bus will take about 2d 20h. This is the time it takes to travel the 4055 km that separates the two cities.

            3. How many daily bus connections are there between San Francisco and Philadelphia?

              The number of buses from San Francisco to Philadelphia can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 23 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from San Francisco to Philadelphia by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

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

              When taking the bus from San Francisco to Philadelphia, 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 Philadelphia?

              Buses travelling between San Francisco and Philadelphia leave from Hyde/Beach (Fisherman's Wharf) or Powell Station and arrive at Philadelphia Airport, Independence Travel Center, #2842 St.Vincent St.

            Find cheapest prices for buses

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

            Best price found
            02/11
            R 6 924
            03/11
            R 4 515
            Today
            R 3 969
            05/11
            R 4 739
            06/11
            R 5 276
            07/11
            No data
            08/11
            No data
            09/11
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            busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Francisco, US to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 04 Nov 2025 with a price of R 3 969

            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 Philadelphia, PA as early as possible.

            You can expect to pay from R 3 969 to R 8 456 for a bus ticket from San Francisco, US to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 4 739, which is on 2025-11-05.

            About Bus Travel

            Bus Travel Tips

            Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from San Francisco to Philadelphia.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

            Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from San Francisco to Philadelphia, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

            Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from San Francisco to Philadelphia 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 San Francisco to Philadelphia, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

            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.

            9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

            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.

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