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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from San Francisco, CA to Tucson, AZ
Cheapest price
$65
Average price
$87
Fastest journey
21 h 45 m
Average duration
21 h 58 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
1214 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from San Francisco, CA to Tucson, AZ 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 Tucson, AZ will cost around $87 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $65.
Of the 2 buses that leave San Francisco, CA for Tucson, AZ on Thu, Nov 20, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 20 the direct buses cover the 1214 km distance in an average of 21 h 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 21 h 45 m .
On Thu, Nov 20 the slowest buses will take 22 h 10 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, flight, and train for San Francisco, CA to Tucson, AZ
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from San Francisco, CA to Tucson, AZ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €52. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €52, and a flight costs an average of €148.
Distance: 754 miles (1214 km)
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Live departures
San Francisco, CA to Tucson, AZ bus times
The table below shows live departures for San Francisco, CA to Tucson, AZ buses for today, Wednesday, November 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 6:35 PM San Francisco, CA | 22h10 | 4:45 PM Tucson, AZ | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, November 20 | |||||
| 1:50 PM San Francisco, CA | 21h45 | 11:35 AM Tucson, AZ | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from San Francisco, CA to Tucson, AZ
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Buses from San Francisco, CA to Tucson, AZ run on average 17 times per day, taking around 20h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $65 (€52) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 01:55, the last at 23:25. The fastest bus covers the 754 miles (1214 km) distance in 21h 45m.
Distance 754 miles (1214 km) |
Average bus duration 20h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $65 (€52) |
Buses per day 17 |
Fastest bus 21h 45m |
First bus 01:55 |
Last bus 23:25 |
Bus providers: Greyhound, FlixBus from San Francisco, CA to Tucson, AZYou can travel by bus between San Francisco, CA to Tucson, AZ with Greyhound, FlixBus for as low as $65 (€52). 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 Tucson, AZ
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Francisco, CA to Tucson, AZ 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 Tucson, AZ, 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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