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TomorrowMar 19
from $47
WedMar 20
from $47
ThuMar 21
from $50
FriMar 22
from $68
SatMar 23
from $47
SunMar 24
from $47
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Next departures to San Francisco

One passenger / one way

Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
5:15AM
10h50m
4:05PM
San Francisco - San Francisco, CA
Cheapest
Los Angeles - Northridge Station
Cheapest
Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
10:35PM
10h24m
8:59AM
San Francisco - San Francisco, CA
2nd Cheapest
Los Angeles - Northridge Station
2nd Cheapest
Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
10:00PM
7h5m
5:05AM
San Francisco - 409 Townsend St, SF
Fastest
Los Angeles - UCLA
Fastest
Operated by
FlixBus + Greyhound
9:30AM
12h15m
9:45PM
San Francisco - 409 Townsend St, SF
Los Angeles - Los Angeles Union Station
Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
10:00PM
7h50m
5:50AM
San Francisco - 409 Townsend St, SF
Los Angeles - Los Angeles Union Station
Bus San Francisco to Los Angeles: Trip Overview

Bus San Francisco to Los Angeles: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$56
Average bus trip duration10h 5m
Number of daily buses53
Earliest bus departure4:55 AM
Distance347 miles (559 km)
Latest bus departure11:30 PM

San Francisco to Los Angeles Buses

San Francisco ➟ Los Angeles

 Pacific Coast Highway, in California

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How to choose the best bus company for this trip

Where to get the bus in San Francisco

Where you'll arrive in LA

Los Angeles California

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures53
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures4:55AM - 11:30PM
Minimum Price$32
Average Ticket Price$56
Minimum Trip Duration7h
Average Bus Trip Duration10h5m
Distance347 miles (559 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteFlixBus, Greyhound
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip San Francisco - Los Angeles

The average bus ticket price from San Francisco to Los Angeles is $56. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from San Francisco to Los Angeles 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!

The average travel time between San Francisco and Los Angeles is around 10h 5m, although the fastest bus will take about 7h. This is the time it takes to travel the 348 miles that separates the two cities.

The number of buses from San Francisco to Los Angeles can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 53 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from San Francisco to Los Angeles by comparing and selecting the bus that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

When taking the bus from San Francisco to Los Angeles, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Greyhound.

Buses traveling between San Francisco and Los Angeles leave from Hyde/Beach (Fisherman's Wharf) or Powell Station and arrive at Ramirez Street bus stop, UCLA, Downtown Tufesa Station.

Once in Los Angeles, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Downtown Art Walk, Disneyland, Getty Center, Venice Beach, Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA).

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.

Best price found
03/17
$47
Today
$40
03/19
$38
03/20
$40
03/21
$41
03/22
$47
03/23
$47
03/24
$47
The cheapest trip from San Francisco to Los Angeles was searched and found on Mar 19, 2024 with a price of $38

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

You can expect to pay from $38 to $135 for a bus ticket from San Francisco to Los Angeles based on the last 1 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $38 which is on 2024-03-19.

Usually Greyhound, FlixBus 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.

About the bus from San Francisco to Los Angeles

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