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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from San Francisco, CA to Indio, CA
Cheapest price
$143
Average price
$143
Fastest journey
15 h 55 m
Average duration
15 h 55 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
719 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from San Francisco, CA to Indio, 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 Indio, CA will cost around $143 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $143.
Of the 1 buses that leave San Francisco, CA for Indio, CA on Thu, Jul 09, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jul 09 the direct buses cover the 719 km distance in an average of 15 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 15 h 55 m .
On Thu, Jul 09 the slowest buses will take 15 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.
6:25 AM15h55San Francisco, CA10:20 PMIndio, CA$1431One-way0 transfers
- 6:25 AM15h55San Francisco, CA10:20 PMIndio, CA$1431One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for San Francisco, CA to Indio, CA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from San Francisco, CA to Indio, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $129. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $129, and a bus costs an average of $132.
Distance: 446 miles (719 km)
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$150 Average price | $129 Average price Cheapest | $102 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
14h 32m Average total duration 14h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 22m Average total duration Fastest 5h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from San Francisco, CA to Indio, CA:
A flight is $21 (€18) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from San Francisco, CA to Indio, CA costing on average $150 (€124).
Other travel options to Indio, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 14h 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 Indio, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:25AM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 15h55 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $143 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 13h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $192 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 02:40AM | Duration 12h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $132 |
Live departures
San Francisco, CA to Indio, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for San Francisco, CA to Indio, CA buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, July 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:25 AM San Francisco, CA | 15h55 | 10:20 PM Indio, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from San Francisco, CA to Indio, CA
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Buses from San Francisco, CA to Indio, CA run on average 3 times per day, taking around 14h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $132 (€109) but you can travel from only $129 (€106) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 02:35, the last at 23:25. The fastest bus covers the 446 miles (719 km) distance in 12h 10m.
Distance 446 miles (719 km) |
Average bus duration 14h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $132 (€109) |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 12h 10m |
First bus 2:35 AM |
Last bus 11:25 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Bus providers: FlixBus from San Francisco, CA to Indio, CAYou can travel by bus between San Francisco, CA to Indio, CA with FlixBus for as low as $129 (€106). 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 Indio, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Francisco, CA to Indio, 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 Indio, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- 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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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from San Francisco, CA to Indio, CA
Most San Francisco, CA to Indio, CA buses use the San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29 to Indio, Indio Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station) station pair. Use this guide to compare San Francisco, CA and Indio, CA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29 from San Francisco city centre
Getting to San Francisco, Townsend Street / 5th Street from San Francisco city centre
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