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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from San Francisco, CA to Tucson, AZ
Cheapest price
$111
Average price
$111
Fastest journey
20 h 30 m
Average duration
20 h 30 m
Buses per day
1
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 $111 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $111.
Of the 1 buses that leave San Francisco, CA for Tucson, AZ on Tue, May 26, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, May 26 the direct buses cover the 1214 km distance in an average of 20 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 20 h 30 m .
On Tue, May 26 the slowest buses will take 20 h 30 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.
5:40 AM20h30San Francisco, CA2:10 AMTucson, AZ$1111One-way0 transfers
- 5:40 AM20h30San Francisco, CA2:10 AMTucson, AZ$1111One-way0 transfers
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 train with prices starting from $144. 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 train costs an average of $144, and a flight costs an average of $151.
Distance: 754 miles (1214 km)
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$193 Average price | $307 Average price | $183 Average price Cheapest | $177 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
20h 26m Average total duration 19h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 50m Average total duration Fastest 3h 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 21h 21m Average total duration 20h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from San Francisco, CA to Tucson, AZ:
A train is $10 (€8) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from San Francisco, CA to Tucson, AZ costing on average $193 (€156).
A train is $124 (€100) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from San Francisco, CA to Tucson, AZ costing on average $307 (€248).
Other travel options to Tucson, AZ take longer:
Bus takes on average 19h 56m.
Train takes on average 20h 51m.
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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.
San Francisco, CA to Tucson, AZ Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:40AM | Arrival Time 02:10AM | Duration 20h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $111 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 23h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $117 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 04:15AM | Duration 21h35 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $263 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 04:35AM | Duration 21h05 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $104 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 23h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $103 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 23h30 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $239 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 11:35AM | Duration 20h15 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $183 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 12:35PM | Duration 20h15 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $200 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:40PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 23h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $119 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 20h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $131 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:25PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 19h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $114 |
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 tomorrow, Monday, May 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:40 AM San Francisco, CA | 20h30 | 2:10 AM Tucson, AZ | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Greyhound to find the best option for your trip from San Francisco, CA to Tucson, AZ.
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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 11 times per day, taking around 19h 56m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $88 (€71) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 04:55, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 754 miles (1214 km) distance in 19h 45m.
Distance 754 miles (1214 km) |
Average bus duration 19h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $88 (€71) |
Buses per day 11 |
Fastest bus 19h 45m |
First bus 4:55 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 35 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Greyhound from San Francisco, CA to Tucson, AZYou can travel by bus between San Francisco, CA to Tucson, AZ with FlixBus, Greyhound for as low as $88 (€71). 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.
- 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.
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