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Compare all timetables for the bus from Los Angeles to San Francisco

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Los Angeles to San Francisco from various bus operators like FlixBus or Greyhound US for the next days.

today

$71

tomorrow

$50

Sunday

Monday

$41

Tuesday

$42

Wednesday

Thursday

$40

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	21h 20m	3:05 PM	Los Angeles	North Hollywood	12:25 PM	San Francisco	Salesforce Transit Center	Economy	$71	A Bus from FlixBus goes from North Hollywood, Los Angeles (USA) at 12/5/2025 3:05:00 PM to Salesforce Transit Center, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 12/6/2025 12:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $71 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 20m
Greyhound US	12h 40m	11:45 PM	Los Angeles	Union Station	12:25 PM	San Francisco	Salesforce Transit Center	Economy	$87	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Los Angeles (USA) at 12/5/2025 11:45:00 PM to Salesforce Transit Center, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 12/6/2025 12:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $87 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 40m
FlixBus	15h 15m	7:50 AM	Los Angeles	Union Station	11:05 PM	San Francisco	Salesforce Transit Center	Economy	$94	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Union Station, Los Angeles (USA) at 12/5/2025 7:50:00 AM to Salesforce Transit Center, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 12/5/2025 11:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $94 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 15m
FlixBus	16h 20m	6:45 AM	Los Angeles	North Hollywood	11:05 PM	San Francisco	Salesforce Transit Center	Economy	$106	A Bus from FlixBus goes from North Hollywood, Los Angeles (USA) at 12/5/2025 6:45:00 AM to Salesforce Transit Center, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 12/5/2025 11:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $106 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 20m
Greyhound US	12h 15m	12:10 AM	Los Angeles	North Hollywood	12:25 PM	San Francisco	Salesforce Transit Center	Economy	$121	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from North Hollywood, Los Angeles (USA) at 12/5/2025 12:10:00 AM to Salesforce Transit Center, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 12/5/2025 12:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $121 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 15m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	7h 0m	11:10 AM	Los Angeles	University of California (curbside)	6:10 PM	San Francisco	5th/Townsend	Economy	$50	A Bus from FlixBus goes from University of California (curbside), Los Angeles (USA) at 12/6/2025 11:10:00 AM to 5th/Townsend, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 12/6/2025 6:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $50 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 0m
FlixBus	7h 40m	7:30 AM	Los Angeles	Union Station	3:10 PM	San Francisco	5th/Townsend	Economy	$50	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Union Station, Los Angeles (USA) at 12/6/2025 7:30:00 AM to 5th/Townsend, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 12/6/2025 3:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $50 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 40m
FlixBus	7h 40m	10:30 AM	Los Angeles	Union Station	6:10 PM	San Francisco	5th/Townsend	Economy	$50	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Union Station, Los Angeles (USA) at 12/6/2025 10:30:00 AM to 5th/Townsend, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 12/6/2025 6:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $50 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 40m
Greyhound US	12h 40m	11:45 PM	Los Angeles	Union Station	12:25 PM	San Francisco	Salesforce Transit Center	Economy	$60	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Los Angeles (USA) at 12/6/2025 11:45:00 PM to Salesforce Transit Center, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 12/7/2025 12:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $60 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 40m
Greyhound US	12h 15m	12:10 AM	Los Angeles	North Hollywood	12:25 PM	San Francisco	Salesforce Transit Center	Economy	$111	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from North Hollywood, Los Angeles (USA) at 12/6/2025 12:10:00 AM to Salesforce Transit Center, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 12/6/2025 12:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $111 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 15m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	12h 40m	11:45 PM	Los Angeles	Union Station	12:25 PM	San Francisco	Salesforce Transit Center	Economy	$41	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Los Angeles (USA) at 12/8/2025 11:45:00 PM to Salesforce Transit Center, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 12/9/2025 12:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $41 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 40m
Greyhound US	8h 10m	11:05 PM	Los Angeles	Union Station	7:15 AM	San Francisco	Salesforce Transit Center	Economy	$42	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Los Angeles (USA) at 12/8/2025 11:05:00 PM to Salesforce Transit Center, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 12/9/2025 7:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $42 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 10m
FlixBus	8h 35m	9:30 AM	Los Angeles	Union Station	6:05 PM	San Francisco	5th/Townsend	Economy	$44	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Union Station, Los Angeles (USA) at 12/8/2025 9:30:00 AM to 5th/Townsend, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 12/8/2025 6:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $44 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 35m
FlixBus	7h 0m	11:10 AM	Los Angeles	University of California (curbside)	6:10 PM	San Francisco	5th/Townsend	Economy	$48	A Bus from FlixBus goes from University of California (curbside), Los Angeles (USA) at 12/8/2025 11:10:00 AM to 5th/Townsend, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 12/8/2025 6:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $48 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 0m
FlixBus	7h 25m	11:15 PM	Los Angeles	University of California (curbside)	6:40 AM	San Francisco	5th/Townsend	Economy	$48	A Bus from FlixBus goes from University of California (curbside), Los Angeles (USA) at 12/8/2025 11:15:00 PM to 5th/Townsend, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 12/9/2025 6:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $48 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 25m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	12h 40m	11:45 PM	Los Angeles	Union Station	12:25 PM	San Francisco	Salesforce Transit Center	Economy	$42	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Los Angeles (USA) at 12/9/2025 11:45:00 PM to Salesforce Transit Center, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 12/10/2025 12:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $42 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 40m
FlixBus	15h 15m	7:50 AM	Los Angeles	Union Station	11:05 PM	San Francisco	Salesforce Transit Center	Economy	$44	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Union Station, Los Angeles (USA) at 12/9/2025 7:50:00 AM to Salesforce Transit Center, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 12/9/2025 11:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $44 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 15m
FlixBus	8h 35m	9:30 AM	Los Angeles	Union Station	6:05 PM	San Francisco	5th/Townsend	Economy	$46	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Union Station, Los Angeles (USA) at 12/9/2025 9:30:00 AM to 5th/Townsend, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 12/9/2025 6:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $46 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 35m
FlixBus	7h 20m	12:25 AM	Los Angeles	West LA (Palms)	7:45 AM	San Francisco	5th/Townsend	Economy	$47	A Bus from FlixBus goes from West LA (Palms), Los Angeles (USA) at 12/9/2025 12:25:00 AM to 5th/Townsend, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 12/9/2025 7:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $47 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 20m
Greyhound US	12h 15m	12:10 AM	Los Angeles	North Hollywood	12:25 PM	San Francisco	Salesforce Transit Center	Economy	$48	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from North Hollywood, Los Angeles (USA) at 12/9/2025 12:10:00 AM to Salesforce Transit Center, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 12/9/2025 12:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $48 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 15m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	12h 40m	11:45 PM	Los Angeles	Union Station	12:25 PM	San Francisco	Salesforce Transit Center	Economy	$40	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Los Angeles (USA) at 12/11/2025 11:45:00 PM to Salesforce Transit Center, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 12/12/2025 12:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $40 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 40m
FlixBus	15h 15m	7:50 AM	Los Angeles	Union Station	11:05 PM	San Francisco	Salesforce Transit Center	Economy	$40	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Union Station, Los Angeles (USA) at 12/11/2025 7:50:00 AM to Salesforce Transit Center, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 12/11/2025 11:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $40 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 15m
FlixBus	7h 40m	7:30 AM	Los Angeles	Union Station	3:10 PM	San Francisco	5th/Townsend	Economy	$42	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Union Station, Los Angeles (USA) at 12/11/2025 7:30:00 AM to 5th/Townsend, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 12/11/2025 3:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $42 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 40m
FlixBus	7h 10m	8:00 AM	Los Angeles	Hilton Garden Inn	3:10 PM	San Francisco	5th/Townsend	Economy	$42	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Hilton Garden Inn, Los Angeles (USA) at 12/11/2025 8:00:00 AM to 5th/Townsend, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 12/11/2025 3:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $42 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 10m
Greyhound US	11h 0m	7:10 AM	Los Angeles	North Hollywood	6:10 PM	San Francisco	5th/Townsend	Economy	$45	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from North Hollywood, Los Angeles (USA) at 12/11/2025 7:10:00 AM to 5th/Townsend, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 12/11/2025 6:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $45 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 0m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Los Angeles to San Francisco is $39 on 12/17/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Los Angeles and San Francisco

See here how frequent the connections between Los Angeles and San Francisco are, during different times and days of the week.

Thursday is the busiest day, with more than 31 daily buses from Los Angeles to San Francisco. Friday has instead the fewest connections, with only 9 daily coaches between Los Angeles and San Francisco.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 37 buses from Los Angeles to San Francisco, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Los Angeles and San Francisco, with 4 offers.

Facts about the bus from Los Angeles to San Francisco

Compare all providers like FlixBus and Greyhound US that travel 17 times every day by bus from Los Angeles to San Francisco in one click! Book your bus ticket from Los Angeles to San Francisco starting from $39!

Cheapest Bus	$39
Fastest Bus	7h 0m
Earliest Bus	12:10 AM
Latest Bus	11:55 PM
Daily Bus Routes	17 Ø
Distance	347.0 miles
Bus Companies	FlixBus and Greyhound US

Cheapest bus connections from Los Angeles to San Francisco

Every day, 17 buses from 2 bus companies leave Los Angeles for San Francisco: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/05/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 11/30

Monday 12/01

Tuesday 12/02

Wednesday 12/03

Thursday 12/04

Friday 12/05

$71

Saturday 12/06

$60

Sunday 12/07

Monday 12/08

$41

Tuesday 12/09

$42

Wednesday 12/10

Thursday 12/11

$50

Friday 12/12

$63

Saturday 12/13

$57

Sunday 12/14

$51

Monday 12/15

$46

Tuesday 12/16

$40

Wednesday 12/17

$39

Thursday 12/18

$45

Friday 12/19

$59

Saturday 12/20

Sunday 12/21

$58

Monday 12/22

$66

Tuesday 12/23

Wednesday 12/24

$54

Thursday 12/25

$62

Friday 12/26

Saturday 12/27

The cheapest time to travel from Los Angeles to San Francisco

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Los Angeles to San Francisco, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $40, Thursday is the cheapest day for a bus from Los Angeles to San Francisco. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $59.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Los Angeles to San Francisco, with $39. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $45.

How to save money travelling from Los Angeles to San Francisco

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Los Angeles to San Francisco in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Los Angeles to San Francisco, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Los Angeles to San Francisco are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Los Angeles to San Francisco

These are the most booked bus companies between Los Angeles to San Francisco from our users.

Greyhound US from Los Angeles to San Francisco

Here you will find the key facts about the Greyhound US bus route Los Angeles to San Francisco:

Cheapest Price	$40
Fastest Bus	8h 10m
Earliest Bus	12:10 AM
Last Bus	11:45 PM
Daily Connections	5 Ø
Found on	12/5/2025

FlixBus from Los Angeles to San Francisco

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Los Angeles to San Francisco:

Cheapest Price	$40
Fastest Bus	7h 0m
Earliest Bus	6:45 AM
Last Bus	11:55 PM
Daily Connections	11 Ø
Found on	12/5/2025

All bus stations and stops in Los Angeles and San Francisco

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Los Angeles and San Francisco.

Downtown Bus Station

N Main St 512

Las Casas

Main Street 94

Tufesa

Maple Ave 611

Union Station

Ramirez Street 401-479

Amtrak

Alameda Street 738-788

5th/Townsend

Townsend St 400

Bus Station Transbay

Folsom Street 200

South Van Ness Ave & Market St

Beach St & Hyde St

Union Square

Post St 470

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Los Angeles to San Francisco? Compare all modes of transports from Los Angeles to San Francisco.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Los Angeles to San Francisco

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Los Angeles to San Francisco? Or which bus companies serve the route Los Angeles to San Francisco? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Los Angeles to San Francisco bus

How much does a Los Angeles San Francisco bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $39 and takes 15h 15m to reach San Francisco. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $39 and $154. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to San Francisco.

On average, how many connections are available from Los Angeles to San Francisco each day?

Every day, the Los Angeles to San Francisco bus route is served by approximately 17 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Los Angeles to San Francisco take?

The fastest bus from Los Angeles to San Francisco is offered by FlixBus and takes 7h 0m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $50. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

The earliest bus arriving in San Francisco from Los Angeles starts at 12:10 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

The latest bus trip departing from Los Angeles for San Francisco starts at 11:55 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Los Angeles San Francisco route?

When traveling by bus from Los Angeles to San Francisco, passengers can travel with FlixBus and Greyhound US. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Los Angeles and San Francisco?

You can check all the direct connections between Los Angeles and San Francisco by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: FlixBus and Greyhound US.

What can I take with me on the Los Angeles to San Francisco bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Los Angeles San Francisco bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Los Angeles San Francisco bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Los Angeles to San Francisco on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Los Angeles to San Francisco

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Los Angeles and to San Francisco

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Los Angeles and to San Francisco. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!