How to travel from New York, NY to San Francisco, CA

There are 3 options to travel between New York, NY and San Francisco, CA including taking a bus, train, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from New York, NY to San Francisco, CA is a bus with an average price of $366.

This is compared to other travel options from New York, NY to San Francisco, CA:

A bus is $219 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from New York, NY to San Francisco, CA costing on average $584.

A bus is $755 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from New York, NY to San Francisco, CA costing on average $1,120.

The fastest way to travel from New York, NY to San Francisco, CA is by flight with an average journey time of 9h 39m.

Other travel options to San Francisco, CA take longer:

Bus takes on average 69h 25m.

Train takes on average 72h 26m.

The distance from New York, NY to San Francisco, CA is approximately 2565 miles (4129 km).

The average frequency per day from New York, NY to San Francisco, CA is:

• Around 102 flights per day.
• Around 17 buses per day.
• Around 1 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between New York, NY and San Francisco, CA as scheduled services by bus, train, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from New York, NY to San Francisco, CA:

• Flights mostly depart from Newark Liberty International Airport and arrive in San Francisco International Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Penn Station, New York, NY and arrive in Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA.
• Buses mostly depart from New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. and arrive in San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from New York, NY to San Francisco, CA, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Greyhound to go to San Francisco, CA by bus.
• Travel with United, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Sun Country Airlines, Delta Air Lines to go to San Francisco, CA by flight.
• Travel with Amtrak to go to San Francisco, CA by train.

Yes, there is a direct route available from New York, NY to San Francisco, CA:

• 22 direct flights per day with United, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Delta Air Lines.

Omio customers who travel from New York, NY to San Francisco, CA often also extend their vacation to go to Los Angeles, CA, Las Vegas, NV, Seattle, WA, San Diego, CA, Portland, OR. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between San Francisco, CA and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in San Francisco, CA to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In San Francisco, CA, you can ride a cable car through steep streets, explore vibrant murals in the Mission District, and visit the Exploratorium, an interactive science museum. Take a scenic walk along the Embarcadero for views of the Bay Bridge and access to the Ferry Building Marketplace. Enjoy a wine tasting tour in nearby Napa Valley. Key sights include the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island, Fisherman's Wharf, Golden Gate Park, and Chinatown, each offering unique experiences from panoramic views to vibrant culture and cuisine.

Three to four days in San Francisco, CA, allows you to explore major attractions like the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island, Fisherman's Wharf, and neighborhoods like Chinatown and Haight-Ashbury, while also enjoying some of the city's renowned dining and cultural experiences.