The cheapest and fastest buses from San Francisco, CA to Richmond, CA
Cheapest price
$13
Average price
$13
Fastest journey
56 m
Average duration
56 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
19 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from San Francisco, CA to Richmond, 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 Richmond, CA will cost around $13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $13.
Of the 1 buses that leave San Francisco, CA for Richmond, CA on Sat, Mar 28, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Mar 28 the direct buses cover the 19 km distance in an average of 56 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 56 m .
On Sat, Mar 28 the slowest buses will take 56 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 bus and train for San Francisco, CA to Richmond, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Francisco, CA to Richmond, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $6, and a bus costs an average of $10.
Distance: 11 miles (19 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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$12 Average price | $6 Average price Cheapest |
1h 13m Average total duration 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 40m Average total duration Fastest 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
San Francisco, CA to Richmond, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for San Francisco, CA to Richmond, CA buses for tomorrow, Saturday, March 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 2:25 AM San Francisco, CA | 0h56 | 3:21 AM Richmond, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from San Francisco, CA to Richmond, CA
Buses from San Francisco, CA to Richmond, CA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) by train.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:48, the last at 22:45. The fastest bus covers the 11 miles (19 km) distance in 20m.
Distance 11 miles (19 km) |
Average bus duration 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 20m |
First bus 05:48 |
Last bus 22:45 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from San Francisco, CA to Richmond, CAYou can travel by bus between San Francisco, CA to Richmond, CA with FlixBus for as low as $6 (€5). 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 Richmond, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Francisco, CA to Richmond, 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 Richmond, 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.
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