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Cheap bus tickets from Los Angeles to San Francisco, CA

Showing times and prices for Oct 02

Cheapest

€55

Average

€83

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Los Angeles to San Francisco, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

05:30AM10h05

Los Angeles

03:35PMSan Francisco, CA

€551One-way

0 transfers

11:20PM7h40

Los Angeles

07:00AMSan Francisco, CA

€811One-way

0 transfers

11:55PM7h05

Los Angeles

07:00AMSan Francisco, CA

€811One-way

0 transfers

11:45AM7h25

Los Angeles

07:10PMSan Francisco, CA

€1001One-way

0 transfers

10:45AM8h25

Los Angeles

07:10PMSan Francisco, CA

€1001One-way

0 transfers

Bus schedule from Los Angeles to San Francisco, CA

Showing buses for tomorrow, Monday, October 2

Amtrak

05:00AM13h10

Union Station

06:10PMSan Francisco, CA

2 transfers

Amtrak

09:13AM10h17

Union Station

07:30PMSan Francisco, CA

1 transfer

Amtrak

11:13AM10h27

Union Station

09:40PMSan Francisco, CA

1 transfer

Amtrak

07:13PM10h32

Union Station

05:45AMSan Francisco, CA

1 transfer

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Bus times from Los Angeles to San Francisco, CA

Showing times and prices for Oct 02

Fastest Journey

7 h 5 m

Average

7 h 32 m

Buses per day

Distance

559 km

Of the 5 buses that leave Los Angeles for San Francisco, CA every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest

11:55PM7h05

Los Angeles

07:00AMSan Francisco, CA

€811One-way

0 transfers

2nd Fastest

11:45AM7h25

Los Angeles

07:10PMSan Francisco, CA

€1001One-way

0 transfers

12:45AM7h35

Los Angeles

08:20AMSan Francisco, CA

€1001One-way

0 transfers

11:20PM7h40

Los Angeles

07:00AMSan Francisco, CA

€811One-way

0 transfers

11:15AM7h55

Los Angeles

07:10PMSan Francisco, CA

€1001One-way

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Overview: Bus from Los Angeles to San Francisco, CA

	Distance	347 miles (559 km)
	Average bus duration	7 h 40 min
	Average bus ticket price	$54 (€48)
	Bus frequency	2 a day
	Direct bus	Yes, there are 2 direct buses a day
	Bus companies	Flixbus, Amtrak, Greyhound or OurBus

Buses from Los Angeles to San Francisco, CA cover the 347 miles (559 km) long trip taking on average 7 h 40 min with our travel partners like Flixbus, Amtrak, Greyhound or OurBus. Normally, there are 2 buses operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this journey costs around $54 (€48), you can find the cheapest bus ticket for as low as $48 (€43).

Bus providers: FlixBus, Greyhound and Amtrak from Los Angeles to San Francisco, CA

Travel from Los Angeles to San Francisco, CA from $48 (€43) with Omio’s bus partners FlixBus, Greyhound and Amtrak! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most popular trip for you.

FlixBus is one of Europe's leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and offering long-distance bus services in Europe and the U. S. FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select routes throughout Europe. Standard amenities on FlixBus include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long bus journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets. You can even purchase snacks and drinks onboard. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on luggage and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat.

FlixBus from Los Angeles to San Francisco, CA bus information:

Average Duration: 8 h 10 min
Cheapest Price: $48
FlixBus frequency: 2 a day

Amtrak is a passenger train service based in the United States. It operates more than 300 trains daily including trains from Los Angeles to San Francisco, CA, connecting more than 500 destinations in 46 states and three Canadian provinces. Amtrak offers a variety of train types, including the Acela Express, Northeast Regional, Keystone Service, and the Auto Train. The Acela Express is the fastest train, reaching speeds of up to 150 mph. The Northeast Regional is the most popular, offering frequent service between major cities in the Northeast. The Keystone Service is a regional service connecting Philadelphia and Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. The Auto Train is a unique service that allows passengers to transport their cars along with them. Amtrak offers a variety of ticket types, including Saver, Value, Flexible, and Business Class. Saver tickets are the most affordable, while Business Class tickets offer the most amenities, such as complimentary meals and access to the Amtrak Metropolitan Lounge. Onboard facilities vary by train type, but all Amtrak trains offer comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, and power outlets. The most popular routes for Amtrak include the Northeast Corridor, which runs between Washington, D. C. And Boston, and the Pacific Surfliner, which runs between San Diego and San Luis Obispo, California. Other popular routes include the Capitol Corridor, which runs between San Jose and Sacramento, California, and the Empire Builder, which runs between Chicago and Seattle.

FAQs: Bus from Los Angeles to San Francisco, CA

FAQs: Take the bus from Los Angeles to San Francisco, CA with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Los Angeles to San Francisco, CA.

Cheap bus tickets from Los Angeles to San Francisco, CA can start from as little as $48 (€43) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Los Angeles to San Francisco, CA is $54 (€48); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The bus time to San Francisco, CA from Los Angeles is on average 7 h 40 min for the 347 mile (559 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go between Los Angeles and San Francisco, CA by bus can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first bus from Los Angeles to San Francisco, CA leaves at 6: 05 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last bus from Los Angeles to San Francisco, CA leaves at 10: 05 PM.

Yes, it is possible to travel from Los Angeles to San Francisco, CA without having to change trains with FlixBus or Greyhound. There are 2 direct buses from Los Angeles to San Francisco, CA each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

For the trip from Los Angeles to San Francisco, CA you can take a bus with Flixbus, Amtrak, Greyhound or OurBus. Be sure to check out all possible bus providers that offer services to San Francisco, CA from Los Angeles on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

The cheapest month to travel from Los Angeles to San Francisco, CA by bus is May.

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