- Must visit
High Museum of Art
Atlanta’s leading art museum, known for strong American, European, African, and contemporary collections plus major traveling exhibitions.
Cheapest price
$298
Average price
$395
Fastest journey
2 d 11 h
Average duration
2 d 14 h 18 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
3437 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from San Francisco, CA to Atlanta, GA 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 Atlanta, GA will cost around $395 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $298.
It's difficult to get from San Francisco, CA to Atlanta, GA without transferring at least 2 times.
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· · · Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from San Francisco, CA to Atlanta, GA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $73. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 3m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 1.0 - 3.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $73, and a train costs an average of $347.
Distance: 2135 miles (3437 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$376 Average price | $213 Average price Cheapest | $1013 Average price | $496 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
56h 23m Average total duration 55h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 3m Average total duration Fastest 5h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 84h 27m Average total duration 83h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 36h 7m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
3.4 - 8.6kg CO2 emissions | 10.3 - 20.6kg CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 3.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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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 Atlanta, GA:
A flight is $163 (€134) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from San Francisco, CA to Atlanta, GA costing on average $376 (€308).
A flight is $800 (€656) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from San Francisco, CA to Atlanta, GA costing on average $1013 (€830).
Other travel options to Atlanta, GA take longer:
Bus takes on average 55h 53m.
Train takes on average 83h 57m.
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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.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:40AM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 61h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $405 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 61h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $190 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 60h25 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $167 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 02:40AM | Duration 59h00 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $165 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 03:15AM | Duration 61h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $168 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 59h00 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $203 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 58h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $490 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 61h25 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $176 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:25PM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 102h50 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $234 |
The table below shows live departures for San Francisco, CA to Atlanta, GA buses for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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· · · | 1:30 PM San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29 | 88h45 | 9:15 AM Atlanta, West Peachtree Street Northwest (Civic Center), GA | 5 transfers | |
· · · | 1:30 PM San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29 | 59h00 | 3:30 AM Atlanta, Bus Station | 4 transfers | |
· · · | 1:30 PM San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29 | 70h20 | 2:50 PM Atlanta, SkyTrain Airport Station, GA | 5 transfers | |
· · | 10:30 PM San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29 | 61h25 | 2:55 PM Atlanta, Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
· · · | 10:30 PM San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29 | 103h45 | 9:15 AM Atlanta, West Peachtree Street Northwest (Civic Center), GA | 4 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ · | 11:25 PM San Francisco, Townsend Street / 5th Street, CA | 102h50 | 9:15 AM Atlanta, West Peachtree Street Northwest (Civic Center), GA | 5 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ · | 11:25 PM San Francisco, Townsend Street / 5th Street, CA | 60h30 | 2:55 PM Atlanta, Bus Station | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ · | 11:25 PM San Francisco, Townsend Street / 5th Street, CA | 84h25 | 2:50 PM Atlanta, SkyTrain Airport Station, GA | 5 transfers | |
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Buses from San Francisco, CA to Atlanta, GA run on average 9 times per day, taking around 55h 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $178 (€146) but you can travel from only $73 (€60) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 2135 miles (3437 km) distance in 58h 45m.
Distance 2135 miles (3437 km) |
Average bus duration 55h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $178 (€146) |
Buses per day 9 |
Fastest bus 58h 45m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 7 days |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Francisco, CA to Atlanta, GA 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 Atlanta, GA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most San Francisco, CA to Atlanta, GA buses use the San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29 to Atlanta, Bus Station station pair, with some services arriving at Atlanta, West Peachtree Street Northwest (Civic Center). Use this guide to compare San Francisco, CA and Atlanta, GA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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