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Bus San Francisco to Pittsburgh: Trip Overview

Bus San Francisco to Pittsburgh: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$310
Average bus trip duration2d 22h
Number of daily buses6
Earliest bus departure6:30 AM
Distance2254 miles (3635 km)
Latest bus departure11:30 PM

San Francisco to Pittsburgh Buses

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Information on this bus route

Daily Departures6
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures6:30AM - 11:30PM
Minimum Price$144
Average Ticket Price$310
Minimum Trip Duration2d16h
Average Bus Trip Duration2d22h
Distance2254 miles (3635 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteFlixBus, Greyhound
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip San Francisco - Pittsburgh

The best way to travel from San Francisco to Pittsburgh is by bus. Traveling by bus offers a budget-friendly, secure, and easy way to go between the two cities. Taking a ride with other travelers through carpool services is an additional option to consider.

Traveling from San Francisco to Pittsburgh takes around 2d 22h on average, but you can get there in as little as 2d 16h with the quickest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 2258 miles (3642 km) that separate the two cities.

San Francisco and Pittsburgh are 2258 miles (3642 km) apart.

On average, there are 6 daily departures on this route, offered by FlixBus and Greyhound. The number of buses running from San Francisco to Pittsburgh may change based on the day of the week. Busbud can make your trip from San Francisco to Pittsburgh a breeze! Simply check the schedules and pick the bus that matches your needs and budget. It's that easy!

The bus service operates from 6:30 AM for the initial departure and runs until 11:30 PM for the final departure.

If you're headed to Pittsburgh from San Francisco, chances are that your bus will depart from Hyde/Beach (Fisherman's Wharf) and arrive at Intermodal Station. 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.

Go for the bus if you want the most affordable way to travel this route. The lowest tickets for this trip cost as little as $144.

The bus ticket costs $310 on average. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $144 and $605, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

Yes, it is possible to take an overnight bus from San Francisco to Pittsburgh. Don't forget to bring a snack and a blanket to help you stay comfortable through the night.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from San Francisco to Pittsburgh.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from San Francisco to Pittsburgh.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from San Francisco to Pittsburgh will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

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

Did you know?

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

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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.

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