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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from San Francisco, CA to Santa Clara, CA
Cheapest price
$15
Average price
$15
Fastest journey
50 m
Average duration
50 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
62 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from San Francisco, CA to Santa Clara, 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 Santa Clara, CA will cost around $15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $15.
Of the 1 buses that leave San Francisco, CA for Santa Clara, CA on Tue, Nov 18, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Nov 18 the direct buses cover the 62 km distance in an average of 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 50 m .
On Tue, Nov 18 the slowest buses will take 50 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for San Francisco, CA to Santa Clara, CA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from San Francisco, CA to Santa Clara, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a train costs an average of €15.
Distance: 38 miles (62 km)
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€12 Average price Cheapest | €16 Average price |
2h 2m Average total duration Fastest 1h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 13m Average total duration 1h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
San Francisco, CA to Santa Clara, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for San Francisco, CA to Santa Clara, CA buses for today, Monday, November 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:45 PM San Francisco, CA | 0h50 | 6:35 PM Santa Clara, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from San Francisco, CA to Santa Clara, CA
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Buses from San Francisco, CA to Santa Clara, CA run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:30, the last at 23:25. The fastest bus covers the 38 miles (62 km) distance in 50m.
Distance 38 miles (62 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 50m |
First bus 04:30 |
Last bus 23:25 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Greyhound from San Francisco, CA to Santa Clara, CAYou can travel by bus between San Francisco, CA to Santa Clara, CA with FlixBus, Greyhound for as low as $10 (€8). 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 Santa Clara, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Francisco, CA to Santa Clara, 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 Santa Clara, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from San Francisco, CA to Santa Clara, CA, follow these tips:
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- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
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