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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from South San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Cheapest price
$59
Average price
$116
Fastest journey
7 h 35 m
Average duration
8 h 58 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
549 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from South San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from South San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, CA will cost around $116 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $59.
Of the 6 buses that leave South San Francisco, CA for Los Angeles, CA on Fri, Mar 20, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Mar 20 the direct buses cover the 549 km distance in an average of 8 h 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 35 m .
On Fri, Mar 20 the slowest buses will take 11 h 11 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.
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Compare train, bus, and flight for South San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from South San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $39. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $39, and a flight costs an average of $62.
Distance: 341 miles (549 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$60 Average price Cheapest | $95 Average price | $142 Average price |
12h 47m Average total duration 12h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 37m Average total duration 11h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 38m Average total duration Fastest 1h 38m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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South San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 13h25 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $106 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $179 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 07:43PM | Duration 11h58 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 09:46PM | Duration 11h36 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 8h35 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $108 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 10:35PM | Arrival Time 09:46AM | Duration 11h11 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:40PM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $172 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:25PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 7h35 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $69 |
Live departures
South San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for South San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, CA buses for today, Thursday, March 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| undefined · undefined | 1:30 PM San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29 | 13h25 | 2:55 AM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 2:30 PM San Francisco, Townsend Street / 5th Street, CA | 8h45 | 11:15 PM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4790 AMTRAK · 790 Pacific Surfliner | 2:45 PM South San Francisco, CA | 11h58 | 2:43 AM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 1 transfer | |
| 4794 AMTRAK · 794 Pacific Surfliner | 5:10 PM South San Francisco, CA | 11h36 | 4:46 AM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 1 transfer | |
| 7:40 PM San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29 | 9h30 | 5:10 AM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4770 AMTRAK · 770 Pacific Surfliner | 5:35 AM South San Francisco, CA | 11h11 | 4:46 PM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 1 transfer | |
| 5:40 AM San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29 | 9h15 | 2:55 PM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from South San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, CA
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Buses from South San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, CA run on average 25 times per day, taking around 12h 17m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $39 (€32) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 341 miles (549 km) distance in 9h 15m.
Distance 341 miles (549 km) |
Average bus duration 12h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $39 (€32) |
Buses per day 25 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 9h 15m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
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FAQs: Bus from South San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from South San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, 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 Los Angeles, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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