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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from San Francisco, CA to Glendale, CA
Cheapest price
$47
Average price
$49
Fastest journey
12 h 45 m
Average duration
12 h 45 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
551 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from San Francisco, CA to Glendale, 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 Glendale, CA will cost around $49 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $47.
Of the 2 buses that leave San Francisco, CA for Glendale, CA on Wed, Jun 17, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 17 the direct buses cover the 551 km distance in an average of 12 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 45 m .
On Wed, Jun 17 the slowest buses will take 12 h 45 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.
1:30 PM12h45San Francisco, CA2:15 AMGlendale, CA$471One-way0 transfers- 2:30 PM12h45San Francisco, CA3:15 AMGlendale, CA$501One-way0 transfers
- 2:30 PM12h45San Francisco, CA3:15 AMGlendale, CA$501One-way0 transfers
- 1:30 PM12h45San Francisco, CA2:15 AMGlendale, CA$471One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for San Francisco, CA to Glendale, CA
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from San Francisco, CA to Glendale, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $47. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $47, and a flight costs an average of $44.
Distance: 342 miles (551 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$60 Average price Cheapest | $116 Average price | $92 Average price | $77 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 32m Average total duration 12h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 21m Average total duration 8h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from San Francisco, CA to Glendale, CA:
A bus is $32 (€26) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from San Francisco, CA to Glendale, CA costing on average $92 (€75).
A bus is $56 (€45) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from San Francisco, CA to Glendale, CA costing on average $116 (€94).
Other travel options to Glendale, CA take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 51m.
Bus takes on average 12h 2m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
San Francisco, CA to Glendale, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 06:35AM | Arrival Time 05:28PM | Duration 10h53 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 02:15AM | Duration 12h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 03:15AM | Duration 12h45 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 02:18AM | Duration 11h33 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 03:19AM | Duration 11h29 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $57 |
Compare prices and tickets San Francisco, CA to Glendale, CA by bus, train, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from San Francisco, CA to Glendale, CA
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Buses from San Francisco, CA to Glendale, CA run on average 8 times per day, taking around 12h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $47 (€38) but you can travel from only $44 (€36) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 01:15, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 342 miles (551 km) distance in 10h 53m.
Distance 342 miles (551 km) |
Average bus duration 12h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $47 (€38) |
Buses per day 8 |
Fastest bus 10h 53m |
First bus 1:15 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
FAQs: Bus from San Francisco, CA to Glendale, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Francisco, CA to Glendale, 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 Glendale, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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