Bus from San Francisco, US to Portland, OR: Tickets & Schedules

Next departures

Next departures for San Francisco to Portland on November 27
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Mission St & Fremont St
Union StationCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
San Francisco Bus Station
Portland Curbside Bus StopFastest
Amtrak
Mission St & Fremont St
Union StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 2:59 AM PST.

Get from San Francisco to Portland

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 17 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $78, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
17h 5mAverage Duration
534 milesDistance
22kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Francisco, US to Portland, OR by bus

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

  1. How much is the bus ticket from San Francisco to Portland?

    The cheapest bus tickets from San Francisco to Portland start from $78. The average price for this route is around $139. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from San Francisco to Portland?

    The average bus trip duration from San Francisco to Portland is 17h 5m, covering a distance of 534 miles (862 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 15h 15m and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the San Francisco to Portland route?

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

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Francisco to Portland?

    The earliest bus departs from San Francisco to Portland at 6:30am. And the latest bus departs at 4:00pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Francisco to Portland?

    A bus trip from San Francisco to Portland generates an estimated 22 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from San Francisco to Portland?

    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 5597 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Francisco to Portland?

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

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from San Francisco to Portland?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Francisco to Portland?

    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
11/25
$220
11/26
$220
Today
$220
11/28
$138
11/29
$153
11/30
$146
12/01
$128
12/02
$113
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Francisco, US to Portland, OR was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $113

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 Portland, OR, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $113 to $615 for a bus ticket from San Francisco, US to Portland, OR based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $113 which is on 2025-12-02.

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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