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Cheap buses leaving today

One passenger / one way

Operated by: El SerranoEl Serrano
12:00PM
3h41m
3:41PM
San Francisco - Terminal San Francisco
Cheapest
Santa Fe - Terminal Santa Fe
Cheapest
Operated by: ZenitZenit
3:30PM
1h50m
5:20PM
San Francisco - Terminal San Francisco
2nd Cheapest
Santa Fe - Terminal Santa Fe
2nd Cheapest
Operated by: ZenitZenit
3:30PM
1h50m
5:20PM
San Francisco - Terminal San Francisco
Fastest
Santa Fe - Terminal Santa Fe
Fastest
Operated by: El SerranoEl Serrano
12:00PM
3h41m
3:41PM
San Francisco - Terminal San Francisco
Santa Fe - Terminal Santa Fe
Operated by: El PracticoEl Practico
3:40PM
2h
5:40PM
San Francisco - Terminal San Francisco
Santa Fe - Terminal Santa Fe
Bus San Francisco to Santa Fe: Trip Overview

Bus San Francisco to Santa Fe: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$18
Average bus trip duration2h
Number of daily buses10
Earliest bus departure12:50 AM
Distance84 miles (134 km)
Latest bus departure11:30 PM

San Francisco to Santa Fe Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures10
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures12:50AM - 11:30PM
Minimum Price$12
Average Ticket Price$18
Minimum Trip Duration1h50m
Average Bus Trip Duration2h
Distance84 miles (134 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteZenit, El Practico, Transporte Serrano, El Rápido, Flechabus
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip San Francisco - Santa Fe

The bus is the best choice to get to Santa Fe without a car. The bus trip is an affordable, safe and convenient way to travel between the two cities. You also have the option of using carpooling services.

The travel time from San Francisco to Santa Fe is about 2h, although the fastest bus will take 1h 50m, on average. This is the time it takes to travel the 84 miles (135 km) that separate the two cities.

About 84 miles (135 km) separate San Francisco and Santa Fe.

You can choose from 10 travel times and travel with Zenit, El Practico and Transporte Serrano. The number of buses from San Francisco to Santa Fe can differ depending on the day of the week. Busbud can make your trip from San Francisco to Santa Fe a breeze! Simply check the schedules and pick the bus that matches your style and budget. It's that easy!

The bus service has you covered with departures starting at 12:50 AM and ending at 11:30 PM.

Buses going from San Francisco to Santa Fe start their journey at Terminal San Francisco and reach their destination at Terminal Santa Fe.

If you want the cheapest way to travel this route, go for the bus. $8 is the starting point for the cost-effective bus ride to Santa Fe from San Francisco.

The average price of a one-way ticket from San Francisco to Santa Fe is $18. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $8 to $22, so it's good to do your research before booking.

Yes, it's possible to take a day trip from San Francisco to Santa Fe! The total travel time for the round-trip is about 3h 40m. So you'll have enough time to visit Santa Fe before returning to San Francisco in the evening.

Once in Santa Fe, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Santa Fe Symphony & Chorus, Santa Fe Trail, St. Francis Cathedral, Aspen Santa Fe Ballet and Museum of International Folk Art.

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
$16
03/18
$12
Today
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03/20
$12
03/21
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03/22
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03/23
$12
03/24
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The cheapest trip from San Francisco to Santa Fe was searched and found on Mar 20, 2024 with a price of $12

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 Santa Fe, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $12 to $16 for a bus ticket from San Francisco to Santa Fe based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $12 which is on 2024-03-20.

Usually Zenit 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 Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from San Francisco to Santa Fe but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from San Francisco to Santa Fe, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from San Francisco to Santa Fe.

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

Did you know?

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

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