Bus Tickets from Reno to San Francisco, US

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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: August 1 at
    Departure city: Reno
    Departure location: Reno
    Arrival time: August 1 at
    Destination city: San Francisco
    Destination location: San Francisco Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 1 at
    Departure city: Reno
    Departure location: Reno
    Arrival time: August 1 at
    Destination city: San Francisco
    Destination location: San Francisco Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 1 at
    Departure city: Reno
    Departure location: Reno Station
    Arrival time: August 1 at
    Destination city: San Francisco
    Destination location: Mission St & Fremont St
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 1 at
    Departure city: Reno
    Departure location: Sparks (Greyhound Station)
    Arrival time: August 1 at
    Destination city: San Francisco
    Destination location: San Francisco Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 1 at
    Departure city: Reno
    Departure location: Reno Station
    Arrival time: August 1 at
    Destination city: San Francisco
    Destination location: Mission St & Fremont St
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Reno to San Francisco.

Bus
Average Price$33 - $88Average Duration6h 35m
7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average Price$41 - $138Average Duration8h 21m
27kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Reno to San Francisco

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach San Francisco. The journey takes about 6 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day
6h 35mAverage Duration
$33Cheapest ticket
7kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Reno to San Francisco, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$39
Average bus trip duration6h 35m
Number of daily buses4
Earliest bus departure6:15am
Distance184 miles (296 km)
Latest bus departure11:30am

Reno to San Francisco Bus

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

Best price found
07/29
$33
07/30
$30
Today
$30
08/01
$34
08/02
$30
08/03
$32
08/04
$27
08/05
$28
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Reno to San Francisco, US was searched and found on Aug 4, 2025 with a price of $27

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

You can expect to pay from $27 to $82 for a bus ticket from Reno to San Francisco, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $27 which is on 2025-08-04.

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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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.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

What's the cheapest way to go from Reno to San Francisco, US?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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Bus from Reno to San Francisco, US

You can also go to San Francisco, US by train

Train from Reno to San Francisco, US

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