The cheapest and fastest buses from San Francisco, CA to Fresno, CA
Cheapest price
$44
Average price
$44
Fastest journey
4 h 55 m
Average duration
4 h 55 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
261 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from San Francisco, CA to Fresno, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from San Francisco, CA to Fresno, CA will cost around $44 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $44.
Of the 1 buses that leave San Francisco, CA for Fresno, CA on Mon, Jan 19, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jan 19 the direct buses cover the 261 km distance in an average of 4 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 55 m .
On Mon, Jan 19 the slowest buses will take 4 h 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


San Francisco, CA to Fresno, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 02:05AM | Duration 10h05 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Live departures
San Francisco, CA to Fresno, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for San Francisco, CA to Fresno, CA buses for tomorrow, Monday, January 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
undefined · undefined | 12:00 AM San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29 | 10h05 | 10:05 AM Fresno | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:35 PM San Francisco, CA | 4h55 | 11:30 PM Fresno, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from San Francisco, CA to Fresno, CA
Buses from San Francisco, CA to Fresno, CA run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 46m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $44 (€35) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:05, the last at 22:30. The fastest bus covers the 162 miles (261 km) distance in 4h 45m.
Distance 162 miles (261 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $44 (€35) |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 4h 45m |
First bus 01:05 |
Last bus 22:30 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from San Francisco, CA to Fresno, CA start from as low as $44 (€35) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $57 (€47) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 3 daily trains from San Francisco, CA to Fresno, CA with 1 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 4h 45m but the average duration is 5h 46m
Train Operators
- Travel from San Francisco, CA to Fresno, CA with Greyhound and FlixBus
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is Greyhound.
Stations & Schedule
- Most trains depart from San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29 and arrive in Fresno
- First train typically departs at 01:05 AM and the last at 10:30 PM
Bus providers: Greyhound, FlixBus from San Francisco, CA to Fresno, CAYou can travel by bus between San Francisco, CA to Fresno, CA with Greyhound, FlixBus for as low as $44 (€35). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from San Francisco, CA to Fresno, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Francisco, CA to Fresno, CA by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Fresno, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
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- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
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