How much is the bus ticket from San Francisco to Lincoln?

The cheapest bus tickets from San Francisco to Lincoln start from $223. The average price for this route is around $263. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from San Francisco to Lincoln?

The average bus trip duration from San Francisco to Lincoln is 1d 18h, covering a distance of 1385 miles (2233 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 13h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the San Francisco to Lincoln route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Francisco to Lincoln?

The earliest bus departs from San Francisco to Lincoln at 8:20am. And the latest bus departs at 10:40pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Francisco to Lincoln?

A bus trip from San Francisco to Lincoln generates an estimated 56 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from San Francisco to Lincoln?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5627 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Francisco to Lincoln?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the most timely service from San Francisco to Lincoln?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Amtrak , with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Francisco to Lincoln?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus San Francisco to Lincoln from $220 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for San Francisco to Lincoln on December 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		1:30pm	San Francisco Bus Station	1d 13h	4:50am	Lincoln	CheapestFastest
		10:40pm	San Francisco Bus Station	2d 4h	4:50am	Lincoln	No tags

Next departures for San Francisco to Lincoln on December 14
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
1:30pm	San Francisco Bus Station	1d 13h	4:50am	Lincoln	CheapestFastest
7:15am	Mission St & Fremont St	1d 18h	3:16am	Lincoln Station - Haymarket	No tags
10:40pm	San Francisco Bus Station	2d 4h	4:50am	Lincoln	No tags
7:15am	Mission St & Fremont St	1d 18h	3:16am	Lincoln Station - Haymarket	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 9:54 AM PST.

Get from San Francisco to Lincoln

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 18 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $223, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

1d 18hAverage Duration

1385 milesDistance

56kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in San Francisco and Lincoln?

Stops in San Francisco

A
Hyde/Beach (Fisherman's Wharf)
700 Beach Street, San Francisco, CA 94109, USA
Visit page
B
Powell Station
25 Cyril Magnin St , San Francisco, CA 94102-2812
C
Union Square Hilton
255 Mason St,, San Francisco, CA 94102-2114
D
San Francisco Greyhound Station
200 Folsom St, San Francisco, CA 94105
E
444 Townsend St.
444 Townsend St, San Francisco, CA 94107, USA

Stops in Lincoln

A
Lincoln Bus Depot
5250 Superior St, Lincoln, NE 68504

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,426 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

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.

Amtrak

4/55,636 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Francisco, US to Lincoln, NE, US by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from San Francisco to Lincoln?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Francisco to Lincoln start from $223. The average price for this route is around $263. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from San Francisco to Lincoln?
The average bus trip duration from San Francisco to Lincoln is 1d 18h, covering a distance of 1385 miles (2233 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 13h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the San Francisco to Lincoln route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Francisco to Lincoln?
The earliest bus departs from San Francisco to Lincoln at 8:20am. And the latest bus departs at 10:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Francisco to Lincoln?
A bus trip from San Francisco to Lincoln generates an estimated 56 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from San Francisco to Lincoln?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5627 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Francisco to Lincoln?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from San Francisco to Lincoln?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Amtrak, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Francisco to Lincoln?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

12/08

$192

12/09

No data

Today

$220

12/11

$220

12/12

$220

12/13

No data

12/14

$230

12/15

No data

The cheapest trip from San Francisco, US to Lincoln, NE, US was searched and found on Dec 8, 2025 with a price of $192

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 Lincoln, NE, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $192 to $760 for a bus ticket from San Francisco, US to Lincoln, NE, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $220 which is on 2025-12-11.

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.