How to travel from San Francisco, CA to Las Vegas, NV

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Compare bus, train, and flight for San Francisco, CA to Las Vegas, NV

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from San Francisco, CA to Las Vegas, NV among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €62. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €62, and a train costs an average of €125.

Distance: 416 miles (671 km)

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€112

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€107

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€131

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€96

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4h 5m

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2h 5m

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16h 22m

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15h 52m

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30m

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12h 15m

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11h 45m

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9h 59m

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0.7 - 1.7kg

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0.2 - 0.6kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from San Francisco, CA to Las Vegas, NV is a bus with an average price of €107.

This is compared to other travel options from San Francisco, CA to Las Vegas, NV:

A bus is €5 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from San Francisco, CA to Las Vegas, NV costing on average €112.

A bus is €24 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from San Francisco, CA to Las Vegas, NV costing on average €131.

The fastest way to travel from San Francisco, CA to Las Vegas, NV is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 5m.

Other travel options to Las Vegas, NV take longer:

Train takes on average 11h 45m.

Bus takes on average 15h 52m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between San Francisco, CA and Las Vegas, NV including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from San Francisco, CA to Las Vegas, NV among Omio's users.

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from San Francisco, CA to Las Vegas, NV

How to get from San Francisco, CA to Las Vegas, NV by train, bus or flight.

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flight

The best way to travel from San Francisco, CA to Las Vegas, NV is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • frontier airlinesF94156
    8:56 PM1h41
    San Francisco International Airport
    10:37 PMHarry Reid International Airport
    1091One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • frontier airlinesF94156
    8:56 PM1h41
    San Francisco International Airport
    10:37 PMHarry Reid International Airport
    1091One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • frontier airlinesF94156
    8:56 PM1h41
    San Francisco International Airport
    10:37 PMHarry Reid International Airport
    1091One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Amtrak712 Gold Runner · 5619 AMTRAK
    10:28 AM11h42
    Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA
    10:10 PMLas Vegas, NV
    1291One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus+Greyhound
    1:00 AM17h20
    San Francisco, Townsend Street / 5th Street, CA
    6:20 PMLas Vegas, Lv All In Shuttle LLC, NV
    1201One-way
    1 transfer
  • Greyhound ·
    10:30 PM15h50
    San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29
    2:20 PMLas Vegas, Lv All In Shuttle LLC, NV
    1691One-way
    1 transfer
  • Greyhound · ·
    6:30 AM23h20
    San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29
    5:50 AMLas Vegas, Lv All In Shuttle LLC, NV
    1731One-way
    2 transfers
  • frontier airlinesF92678 · F92232
    9:33 AM3h27
    San Francisco International Airport
    1:00 PMHarry Reid International Airport
    1191One-way
    1 transfer
  • frontier airlinesF92638 · F94113
    7:04 PM4h39
    San Francisco International Airport
    11:43 PMHarry Reid International Airport
    1191One-way
    1 transfer
  • frontier airlinesF91850
    3:38 PM1h42
    San Francisco International Airport
    5:20 PMHarry Reid International Airport
    1221One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from San Francisco, CA to Las Vegas, NV

Travel to Las Vegas, NV 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 Las Vegas, NV.

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There are 3 options to travel between San Francisco, CA and Las Vegas, NV including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from San Francisco, CA to Las Vegas, NV is a bus with an average price of €107.

This is compared to other travel options from San Francisco, CA to Las Vegas, NV:

A bus is €5 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from San Francisco, CA to Las Vegas, NV costing on average €112.

A bus is €24 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from San Francisco, CA to Las Vegas, NV costing on average €131.

The fastest way to travel from San Francisco, CA to Las Vegas, NV is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 5m.

Other travel options to Las Vegas, NV take longer:

Train takes on average 11h 45m.

Bus takes on average 15h 52m.

The distance from San Francisco, CA to Las Vegas, NV is approximately 416 miles (671 km).
The average frequency per day from San Francisco, CA to Las Vegas, NV is:
  • Around 68 flights per day.
  • Around 9 buses per day.
  • Around 2 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between San Francisco, CA and Las Vegas, NV 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 San Francisco, CA to Las Vegas, NV:
  • {stationMode_1} mostly depart from San Francisco International Airport and arrive in Harry Reid International Airport.
  • {stationMode_2} mostly depart from Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA and arrive in {arrivalStation_2}.
  • {stationMode_3} mostly depart from San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29 and arrive in Las Vegas, S Las Vegas Blvd (Forever 21), NV.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from San Francisco, CA to Las Vegas, NV, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, Greyhound to go to Las Vegas, NV by bus.
  • Travel with Amtrak to go to Las Vegas, NV by train.
  • Travel with frontier airlines, Alaska Airlines, United, skywest airlines, American Airlines, Spirit Airlines to go to Las Vegas, NV by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from San Francisco, CA to Las Vegas, NV:
  • 11 direct flights per day with frontier airlines, Alaska Airlines, United.
Omio customers who travel from San Francisco, CA to Las Vegas, NV often also extend their vacation to go to Los Angeles, CA, San Diego, CA, Bullhead City, AZ, New York, NY, West Carson, CA. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Las Vegas, NV and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Las Vegas, NV to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Las Vegas, NV, you can explore the High Roller for panoramic views, visit the Mob Museum to learn about organized crime history, and experience breathtaking acrobatics at a Cirque du Soleil show. Try your luck at various casinos or enjoy a helicopter tour over the Strip for a unique aerial perspective. Don't miss the vibrant Strip with its iconic entertainment venues, the mesmerizing Bellagio Fountains, and the Fremont Street Experience with its LED canopy. Visit the Neon Museum to see preserved Las Vegas signs, and explore the stunning hiking trails of Red Rock Canyon just outside the city.
A 3 to 4-day trip to Las Vegas, NV is typically sufficient to explore major attractions, enjoy entertainment, and experience the vibrant nightlife.
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