4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from San Francisco, CA to Redding, CA
Cheapest price on Sep 17
€58
Average ticket price on Sep 17
€68
Fastest journey on Sep 17
6 h 55 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
9 h 40 m
Buses on Sep 17
4
Distance
313 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from San Francisco, CA to Redding, 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 Redding, CA will cost around €68 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €58.
It's difficult to get from San Francisco, CA to Redding, CA without transferring at least once.
6642 · 542 · 85174:45 PM6h55San Francisco, CA11:40 PMRedding /Amtrak, Redding, CA€581One-way2 transfers
· 1:10 PM9h35San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 2910:45 PMRedding, Yuba St (Train Station)€681One-way1 transfer
FlixBus+ · 8:55 AM13h50San Francisco, Townsend Street / 5th Street, CA10:45 PMRedding, Yuba St (Train Station)€681One-way2 transfers- · 6:30 AM8h20San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 292:50 PMRedding, Yuba St (Train Station)€761One-way1 transfer
- 6642 · 542 · 85174:45 PM6h55San Francisco, CA11:40 PMRedding /Amtrak, Redding, CA€581One-way2 transfers
- · 6:30 AM8h20San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 292:50 PMRedding, Yuba St (Train Station)€761One-way1 transfer
- · 1:10 PM9h35San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 2910:45 PMRedding, Yuba St (Train Station)€681One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus+ · 8:55 AM13h50San Francisco, Townsend Street / 5th Street, CA10:45 PMRedding, Yuba St (Train Station)€681One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for San Francisco, CA to Redding, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Francisco, CA to Redding, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €47 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 54m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €47, while a flight costs an average of €617.
Distance: 194 miles (313 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€65 Average price | €47 Average price Cheapest | €617 Average price | €43 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 17m Average total duration 5h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 54m Average total duration Fastest 5h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 11m Average total duration 4h 11m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company | Most popular train company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from San Francisco, CA to Redding, CA:
A train is €18 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from San Francisco, CA to Redding, CA costing on average €65.
A train is €570 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from San Francisco, CA to Redding, CA costing on average €617.
Other travel options to Redding, CA take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 24m.
Bus takes on average 5h 47m.
Tickets start at around €65 compared to roughly €43 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-22.47. The journey takes 5h 47m versus 3h 13m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
San Francisco, CA to Redding, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €46 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:55AM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 13h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €61 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 9h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €61 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €46 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €40 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 10:25PM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €58 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price €58 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 07:25PM | Arrival Time 01:55AM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €58 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 06:55AM | Duration 7h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €39 |
Live departures
San Francisco, CA to Redding, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for San Francisco, CA to Redding, CA buses for today, Wednesday, September 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| · | 1:30 PM San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29 | 9h15 | 10:45 PM Redding, Yuba St (Train Station) | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, September 17 | |||||
| · | 6:30 AM San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29 | 8h20 | 2:50 PM Redding, Yuba St (Train Station) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from San Francisco, CA to Redding, CA
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Buses from San Francisco, CA to Redding, CA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 5h 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €36 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 02:31, the last at 20:50. The fastest bus covers the 194 miles (313 km) distance in 5h 5m.
Distance 194 miles (313 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price €36 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 5h 5m |
First bus 2:31 AM |
Last bus 8:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: Greyhound, FlixBus from San Francisco, CA to Redding, CAYou can travel by bus between San Francisco, CA to Redding, CA with Greyhound, FlixBus for as low as €36. 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 Redding, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Francisco, CA to Redding, 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 Redding, 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.
- 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.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from San Francisco, CA to Redding, CA
Most San Francisco, CA to Redding, CA buses use the San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29 to Redding, Yuba St (Train Station) station pair. Use this guide to compare San Francisco, CA and Redding, CA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which San Francisco, CA station do buses to Redding, CA leave from?
Getting to San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29 from San Francisco city centre
San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29 is 2 km from San Francisco city centre. Public transport options include:
San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29 bus station facilities and services
San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29. ATMs are available at San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29: Wheelchair accessible areas present.
Getting to San Francisco, Townsend Street / 5th Street from San Francisco city centre
Which Redding, CA station do buses from San Francisco, CA arrive at?
Getting to Redding, Yuba St (Train Station) from Redding city centre
Redding, Yuba St (Train Station) bus station facilities and services
Redding, Yuba St (Train Station) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Redding, Yuba St (Train Station). ATMs are available at Redding, Yuba St (Train Station).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Redding, Yuba St (Train Station).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Redding, Yuba St (Train Station): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Redding, Yuba St (Train Station): Wheelchair accessible.
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