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Compare all timetables for the bus from Newark to San Francisco

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

today
$173
tomorrow
Monday
Tuesday
$239
Wednesday
Thursday
$261
Friday
$222

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 71h 5m 4:20 PM Newark Penn Station 12:25 PM San Francisco Bus Station Transbay  Economy $173
FlixBus 70h 40m 11:30 AM Newark Penn Station 7:10 AM San Francisco Bus Station Transbay  Economy $176
Greyhound US 76h 30m 4:20 PM Newark Penn Station 5:50 PM San Francisco 5th/Townsend  Economy $176
Greyhound US 82h 35m 11:35 PM Newark Penn Station 7:10 AM San Francisco Bus Station Transbay  Economy $184

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 70h 40m 11:30 AM Newark Penn Station 7:10 AM San Francisco Bus Station Transbay  Economy $239
FlixBus 74h 35m 11:30 AM Newark Penn Station 11:05 AM San Francisco 5th/Townsend  Economy $241
Greyhound US 71h 5m 4:20 PM Newark Penn Station 12:25 PM San Francisco Bus Station Transbay  Economy $251
Greyhound US 82h 35m 11:35 PM Newark Penn Station 7:10 AM San Francisco Bus Station Transbay  Economy $297
Greyhound US 86h 30m 11:35 PM Newark Penn Station 11:05 AM San Francisco 5th/Townsend  Economy $299
  • Did you know that if you travel from Newark to San Francisco via Oakland, you can save more than $44? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      74h 35m
      0
      11:30 AM
      Newark
      Penn Station
      6:40 AM
      Oakland
      W Oakland BART Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $190
      • Waiting Time 4h 5m
    • FlixBus
      0h 20m
      0
      10:45 AM
      Oakland
      W Oakland BART Station
      11:05 AM
      San Francisco
      5th/Townsend
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $5
    Travel time is 6h 55m longer, but you will save $44

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 70h 40m 11:30 AM Newark Penn Station 7:10 AM San Francisco Bus Station Transbay  Economy $261
FlixBus 74h 35m 11:30 AM Newark Penn Station 11:05 AM San Francisco 5th/Townsend  Economy $262
Greyhound US 82h 35m 11:35 PM Newark Penn Station 7:10 AM San Francisco Bus Station Transbay  Economy $265
Greyhound US 86h 30m 11:35 PM Newark Penn Station 11:05 AM San Francisco 5th/Townsend  Economy $267
Greyhound US 76h 30m 4:20 PM Newark Penn Station 5:50 PM San Francisco 5th/Townsend  Economy $294
  • Did you know that if you travel from Oakland to Newark via San Francisco, you can save more than $256? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • Save more than 98%
      0h 15m
      0 mi
      11:00 PM
      Oakland
      W Oakland BART Station
      11:15 PM
      San Francisco
      5th/Townsend
      2549 mi
      Newark
      Economy
      $5
  • Did you know that if you travel from Newark to San Francisco via Oakland, you can save more than $66? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      74h 35m
      0
      11:30 AM
      Newark
      Penn Station
      6:40 AM
      Oakland
      W Oakland BART Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $190
      • Waiting Time 4h 5m
    • FlixBus
      0h 20m
      0
      10:45 AM
      Oakland
      W Oakland BART Station
      11:05 AM
      San Francisco
      5th/Townsend
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $5
    Travel time is 6h 55m longer, but you will save $66

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 76h 30m 4:20 PM Newark Penn Station 5:50 PM San Francisco 5th/Townsend  Economy $222
Greyhound US 71h 5m 4:20 PM Newark Penn Station 12:25 PM San Francisco Bus Station Transbay  Economy $224
Greyhound US 82h 35m 11:35 PM Newark Penn Station 7:10 AM San Francisco Bus Station Transbay  Economy $240
FlixBus 70h 40m 11:30 AM Newark Penn Station 7:10 AM San Francisco Bus Station Transbay  Economy $286
FlixBus 74h 35m 11:30 AM Newark Penn Station 11:05 AM San Francisco 5th/Townsend  Economy $287
  • Did you know that if you travel from Newark to San Francisco via Oakland, you can save more than $27? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      74h 35m
      0
      11:30 AM
      Newark
      Penn Station
      6:40 AM
      Oakland
      W Oakland BART Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $190
      • Waiting Time 4h 5m
    • FlixBus
      0h 20m
      0
      10:45 AM
      Oakland
      W Oakland BART Station
      11:05 AM
      San Francisco
      5th/Townsend
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $5
    Travel time is 6h 55m longer, but you will save $27

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Newark to San Francisco is $149 on 6/19/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Newark and San Francisco

See here how frequent the connections between Newark and San Francisco are, during different times and days of the week.
Thursday is the busiest day, with more than 6 daily buses from Newark to San Francisco. Saturday has instead the fewest connections, with only 4 daily coaches between Newark and San Francisco.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 7 buses from Newark to San Francisco, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Newark and San Francisco, with 6 offers.

Facts about the bus from Newark to San Francisco

Compare all providers like Greyhound US and FlixBus that travel 5 times every day by bus from Newark to San Francisco in one click! Book your bus ticket from Newark to San Francisco starting from $149!

Cheapest Bus $149
Fastest Bus 67h 40m
Earliest Bus 11:30 AM
Latest Bus 11:35 PM
Daily Bus Routes 5 Ø
Distance 2,556.5 miles
Bus Companies Greyhound US and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Newark to San Francisco

Every day, 5 buses from 2 bus companies leave Newark for San Francisco: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 06/20/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 06/14
Monday 06/15
Tuesday 06/16
Wednesday 06/17
Thursday 06/18
Friday 06/19
Saturday 06/20
$173
Sunday 06/21
Monday 06/22
Tuesday 06/23
$239
Wednesday 06/24
Thursday 06/25
$261
Friday 06/26
$222
Saturday 06/27
Sunday 06/28
$239
Monday 06/29
Tuesday 06/30
Wednesday 07/01
Thursday 07/02
Friday 07/03
Saturday 07/04
Sunday 07/05
Monday 07/06
Tuesday 07/07
Wednesday 07/08
Thursday 07/09
$228
Friday 07/10
Saturday 07/11

The cheapest time to travel from Newark to San Francisco

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Newark to San Francisco, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $173, Saturday is the cheapest day for a bus from Newark to San Francisco. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $228.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Newark to San Francisco, with $173. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $184.

How to save money travelling from Newark 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 Newark 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 Newark 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 Newark to San Francisco are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Newark to San Francisco

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

Greyhound US from Newark to San Francisco

Greyhound US

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

Cheapest Price $173
Fastest Bus 68h 5m
Earliest Bus 4:20 PM
Last Bus 11:35 PM
Daily Connections 3 Ø
Found on 5/26/2026

All bus stations and stops in Newark and San Francisco

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Newark to San Francisco

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

FAQs about the Newark to San Francisco bus

How much does a Newark San Francisco bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $149 and takes 68h 5m to reach San Francisco. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $149 and $299. 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 Newark to San Francisco each day?

Every day, the Newark to San Francisco bus route is served by approximately 5 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Newark to San Francisco is offered by FlixBus and takes 67h 40m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $176. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Newark to San Francisco?

The earliest bus arriving in San Francisco from Newark starts at 11:30 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 Newark to San Francisco?

The latest bus trip departing from Newark for San Francisco starts at 11:35 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 Newark San Francisco route?

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

Is there a direct bus between Newark and San Francisco?

You can check all the direct connections between Newark 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: Greyhound US and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the Newark 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 Newark 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 Newark 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 Newark to San Francisco on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Newark to San Francisco?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 5 daily trips between Newark and San Francisco. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Newark to San Francisco?

Prices and availability for 5 trips between Newark and San Francisco change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

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

Economy
Economy

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

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