How far is Cincinnati from San Francisco?

About 2039 miles (3289 km) separate Cincinnati and San Francisco.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Cincinnati to San Francisco?

Most of the buses traveling from Cincinnati to San Francisco leave from Greyhound Station and arrive 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 Legion of Honor, City Segway Tours of San Francisco, Lombard Street, Fisherman’s Wharf and Chinatown.

Bus Cincinnati to San Francisco from $136 | Refundable Tickets

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Departure time: November 8 at 9:40am
Departure city: Cincinnati
Departure location: Cincinnati (Downtown)
Arrival time: November 11 at 8:25am
Destination city: San Francisco
Destination location: Daly BART - 500 John Daly Blvd
Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound
FlixBus + Greyhound
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3d 1h
Departure time: November 8 at 9:40am
Departure city: Cincinnati
Departure location: Cincinnati (Downtown)
Arrival time: November 11 at 6:40am
Destination city: San Francisco
Destination location: 409 Townsend St, SF
Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound
FlixBus + Greyhound
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3d
Departure time: November 8 at 5:00pm
Departure city: Cincinnati
Departure location: Cincinnati Bus Station
Arrival time: November 11 at 6:40am
Destination city: San Francisco
Destination location: 409 Townsend St, SF
Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound
FlixBus + Greyhound
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2d 16h
Departure time: November 8 at 5:00pm
Departure city: Cincinnati
Departure location: Cincinnati Bus Station
Arrival time: November 11 at 8:25am
Destination city: San Francisco
Destination location: Daly BART - 500 John Daly Blvd
Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound
FlixBus + Greyhound
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2d 18h
Departure time: November 8 at 5:00pm
Departure city: Cincinnati
Departure location: Cincinnati Bus Station
Arrival time: November 11 at 7:15am
Destination city: San Francisco
Destination location: San Francisco Bus Station
Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound
FlixBus + Greyhound
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2d 17h

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	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$136 - $663	Average Duration2d 20h	CO₂ emissions 82kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$282 - $357	Average Duration2d 18h	CO₂ emissions 298kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends taking the train from Cincinnati to San Francisco

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach San Francisco. The journey takes about 2 days, 18 hours 42 minutes and with fares starting at just $282, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

2d 18hAverage Duration

$282Cheapest ticket

298kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Cincinnati to San Francisco, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$398

Average bus trip duration2d 20h

Number of daily buses7

Earliest bus departure12:55am

Distance2035 miles (3281 km)

Latest bus departure5:00pm

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Greyhound

3.5/587,232 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.3

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.

FlixBus

3.5/510,373 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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.

US bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Tornado Bus, Los Limousines, Valley Transit, Tufesa, Wanda Coach

Cincinnati to San Francisco Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from Cincinnati to San Francisco. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

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Where are the popular stops in Cincinnati and San Francisco?

Stops in Cincinnati

A - Greyhound Station

B - Northland Blvd

Stops in San Francisco

A - Hyde/Beach (Fisherman's Wharf)

B - Powell Station

C - Union Square Hilton

D - San Francisco Greyhound Station

E - 444 Townsend St.

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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 Cincinnati and San Francisco!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Cincinnati to San Francisco, 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 Cincinnati to San Francisco 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 Cincinnati to San Francisco while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

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The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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What are the best sights and things to do in San Francisco?

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