How to travel from San Francisco, CA to Atlanta, GA

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Travel Information between San Francisco, CA and Atlanta, GA

distanceDistance2130 miles (3436 km)
modeAvailable travel modesBus, train or flight
priceTicket price range$98 - $802
cheapestCheapest modeBus • $98 (€85) • 60 h 30 min
fastestFastest modeFlight • $318 (€274) • 4 h 52 min
carriersPopular travel companiesGreyhound, Frontier Airlines or Amtrak

Take a bus, train or flight to travel 2130 miles (3436 km) between San Francisco, CA and Atlanta, GA. The most popular travel companies which serve this trip are Greyhound, Frontier Airlines or Amtrak among others. Travelers can even take a direct bus, flight or train from San Francisco, CA to Atlanta, GA.

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from San Francisco, CA to Atlanta, GA

How to get from San Francisco, CA to Atlanta, GA by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from San Francisco, CA to Atlanta, GA is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

Flixbus USA
12:30PM63h05
San Francisco, CA
03:35AMAtlanta, GA
$5891One-way
2 transfers
Cheapest
Flixbus USA
12:30PM63h05
San Francisco, CA
03:35AMAtlanta, GA
$5891One-way
2 transfers
Fastest
Flixbus USA
12:30PM63h05
San Francisco, CA
03:35AMAtlanta, GA
$5891One-way
2 transfers

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Find the best route to Atlanta from San Francisco with Omio's travel partners Amtrak, American Airlines and Greyhound! You'll find the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most affordable route for you.

Amtrak is a passenger train service based in the United States. It operates more than 300 trains daily including trains from San Francisco to Atlanta, connecting more than 500 destinations in 46 states and three Canadian provinces. Amtrak offers a variety of train types, including the Acela Express, Northeast Regional, Keystone Service, and the Auto Train. The Acela Express is the fastest train, reaching speeds of up to 150 mph. The Northeast Regional is the most popular, offering frequent service between major cities in the Northeast. The Keystone Service is a regional service connecting Philadelphia and Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. The Auto Train is a unique service that allows passengers to transport their cars along with them. Amtrak offers a variety of ticket types, including Saver, Value, Flexible, and Business Class. Saver tickets are the most affordable, while Business Class tickets offer the most amenities, such as complimentary meals and access to the Amtrak Metropolitan Lounge. Onboard facilities vary by train type, but all Amtrak trains offer comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, and power outlets. The most popular routes for Amtrak include the Northeast Corridor, which runs between Washington, D. C. And Boston, and the Pacific Surfliner, which runs between San Diego and San Luis Obispo, California. Other popular routes include the Capitol Corridor, which runs between San Jose and Sacramento, California, and the Empire Builder, which runs between Chicago and Seattle.

      United Airlines is one of the USA’s leading airline and operates domestic and international routes. Economy, Premium Economy and Business are the ticket fares that the airline offers for your next travel between San Francisco and Atlanta.

        FAQs: Travel from San Francisco, CA to Atlanta, GA

        FAQs: Travel to Atlanta, GA easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from San Francisco, CA to Atlanta, GA.
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        You can get to Atlanta, GA from San Francisco, CA 3 different ways: bus, train or flight.

        The cheapest way to go to Atlanta, GA from San Francisco, CA is by taking a bus, which costs on average $98 (€85).

        This is compared to other ways of getting from San Francisco, CA to Atlanta, GA:

        A bus is $219 (€189) less than a flight with an average ticket price of $318 (€274) from San Francisco, CA to Atlanta, GA.

        A bus is $704 (€607) less than a train with an average ticket price of $802 (€692) from San Francisco, CA to Atlanta, GA.

        The quickest way to travel from San Francisco, CA to Atlanta, GA is by flight, which takes on average 4 h 52 min   compared to other travel options that take longer:

        Getting to Atlanta, GA by bus takes 60 h 30 min on average.

        Train takes on average 94 h 28 min.

        Atlanta, GA is approximately 2130 miles (3436 km) away from San Francisco, CA.

        The average frequency per day from San Francisco, CA to Atlanta, GA is:

        • 1 bus per day.

        However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route to Atlanta, GA from San Francisco, CA as scheduled services by bus, train or flight can vary by season or day of the week.

        These are the most popular departure and arrival points when traveling from San Francisco, CA to Atlanta, GA:

          The following travel companies offer services from San Francisco, CA to Atlanta, GA:

          • Greyhound or FlixBus can take you to Atlanta, GA by bus. If searching for a good deal on buses, you can find tickets for Greyhound from San Francisco, CA to Atlanta, GA for $149 (€128).
          • Travel with Frontier Airlines, United, Alaska Airlines or American Airlines for flights to Atlanta, GA. If you’re looking for a good deal on tickets, check for Frontier Airlines San Francisco, CA to Atlanta, GA tickets on Omio for $47 (€41).
          • Amtrak can take you to Atlanta, GA by train. If searching for a good deal on trains, you can find tickets for Amtrak from San Francisco, CA to Atlanta, GA for $429 (€370).

          Yes, there are direct services available from San Francisco, CA to Atlanta, GA with the following travel companies:

          • Take a direct bus with.
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          Direct services tend to save you time and add more convenience in getting you to Atlanta, GA as you won't need to transfer at another stop in between, so it's worth paying attention to before booking your tickets to Atlanta, GA from San Francisco, CA.

          Looking to extend your trip from San Francisco, CA to Atlanta, GA? Many Omio customers who go from San Francisco, CA to Atlanta, GA usually extend their vacation to explore other popular destinations like New York, NY, Washington, DC, Savannah, GA, Miami, FL or Birmingham, AL. If you're looking to explore New York, NY, Washington, DC, Savannah, GA, Miami, FL or Birmingham, AL from Atlanta, GA, let Omio find you the best connections available at an affordable price.

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