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Palm Springs - Palm Springs North
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San Francisco - 409 Townsend St, SF
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Bus Palm Springs to San Francisco: Trip Overview

Bus Palm Springs to San Francisco: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$77
Average bus trip duration19h 10m
Number of daily buses6
Earliest bus departure4:50 AM
Distance426 miles (687 km)
Latest bus departure8:15 PM

Palm Springs to San Francisco Buses

Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from Palm Springs to San Francisco.

Bus service from Palm Springs to San Francisco will be provided by the most trusted bus companies.

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

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures6
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures4:50AM - 8:15PM
Minimum Price$61
Average Ticket Price$77
Minimum Trip Duration15h30m
Average Bus Trip Duration19h10m
Distance426 miles (687 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteFlixBus
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Palm Springs - San Francisco

Both buses and trains are available for traveling between these two cities. Either way you choose, you'll be sure to reach your destination in the most easy and eco-friendly way. Another option you should consider is using carpooling services, which allow you to share a car ride with other travelers.

The travel time from Palm Springs to San Francisco is about 19h 10m, but you can get there in as little as 15h 30m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 427 miles (689 km) that separate the two cities.

Palm Springs and San Francisco are 427 miles (689 km) apart.

About 6 buses travel this route daily, provided by FlixBus. The number of buses running from Palm Springs to San Francisco may change based on the day of the week. Busbud can make your trip from Palm Springs to San Francisco a breeze! Simply check the schedules and pick the bus that matches your style and budget. It's that easy!

The bus service operates from 4:50 AM for the initial departure and runs until 8:15 PM for the final departure.

Most of the buses traveling from Palm Springs to San Francisco leave from Palm Springs Airport and arrive at Hyde/Beach (Fisherman's Wharf). These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

You can save a lot of money on your trip from Palm Springs to San Francisco by choosing to travel by bus. The lowest tickets for this trip cost as little as $55.

The bus ticket costs $77 on average. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $55 and $234, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

Once in San Francisco, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Alcatraz, San Francisco Zoo, Chinatown, Ocean Beach and Asian Art Museum.

Certainly! You can indeed opt for an overnight bus from Palm Springs to San Francisco. Don't forget to bring a snack and a blanket to help you stay comfortable through the night.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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$72
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04/21
$85
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The cheapest trip from Palm Springs to San Francisco was searched and found on Apr 17, 2024 with a price of $72

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

You can expect to pay from $72 to $93 for a bus ticket from Palm Springs to San Francisco based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $85 which is on 2024-04-21.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Palm Springs to San Francisco but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

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

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 Palm Springs to San Francisco that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Palm Springs to San Francisco, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

What's the cheapest way to go from Palm Springs to San Francisco?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
Vehicle TypeTravel TimeAvg PriceDaily Departures
Vehicle TypeBusTravel Time19h 10mAvg Price$77Daily Departures6
Vehicle TypeTrainTravel Time16h 53mAvg Price$96Daily Departures1

The best way to travel between Palm Springs and San Francisco is by bus. By choosing the bus, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $77 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $55. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to San Francisco, choose the bus, as it will take you from Palm Springs to San Francisco in about 16h 53m - that's the fastest way to get there!

Will you be returning to Palm Springs by bus?

Bus from San Francisco to Palm Springs

You can also go to San Francisco by train

Train from Palm Springs to San Francisco

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