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Compare all timetables for the bus from San Diego to San Francisco

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

today
from $60
tomorrow
from $58
Sunday
from $72
Monday
from $68
Tuesday
from $62
Wednesday
from $72
Thursday
from $72

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    10h 35m
    0
    9:00 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    7:35 AM
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $60
  • Greyhound US
    11h 40m
    0
    7:35 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    7:15 AM
    San Francisco
    Salesforce Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $62
  • FlixBus
    12h 55m
    0
    5:15 AM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    6:10 PM
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $63
  • Greyhound US
    12h 50m
    0
    7:15 AM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    8:05 PM
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $64
  • Greyhound US
    16h 40m
    0
    2:00 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    6:40 AM
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $67

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    13h 40m
    0
    5:00 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    6:40 AM
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $58
  • FlixBus
    12h 50m
    0
    9:00 AM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    9:50 PM
    San Francisco
    Salesforce Transit Center
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $58
  • FlixBus
    14h 15m
    0
    5:00 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    7:15 AM
    San Francisco
    Salesforce Transit Center
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $58
  • Greyhound US
    12h 50m
    0
    7:15 AM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    8:05 PM
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $58
  • Greyhound US
    16h 40m
    0
    2:00 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    6:40 AM
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $58

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    10h 35m
    0
    9:00 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    7:35 AM
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $72
  • FlixBus
    10h 10m
    0
    9:25 PM
    San Diego
    La Jolla Village
    7:35 AM
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $72
  • Greyhound US
    11h 40m
    0
    7:35 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    7:15 AM
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $79
  • FlixBus
    12h 15m
    0
    7:00 PM
    San Diego
    La Jolla Village
    7:15 AM
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $84
  • Greyhound US
    16h 40m
    0
    2:00 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    6:40 AM
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $85
  • Did you know that if you travel from San Diego to San Francisco via Los Angeles, you can save more than $7? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Busbud
      11h 5m
      0
      7:35 PM
      San Diego
      Old Town Transit Center
      10:20 PM
      Los Angeles
      Union Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $26
      • Waiting Time 0h 55m
    • Busbud
      7h 25m
      0
      11:15 PM
      Los Angeles
      University of California (curbside)
      6:40 AM
      San Francisco
      5th/Townsend
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $39
    Travel time is 0h 55m longer, but you will save $7

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    10h 35m
    0
    9:00 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    7:35 AM
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $68
  • FlixBus
    10h 35m
    0
    9:00 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    7:35 AM
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $72
  • FlixBus
    10h 10m
    0
    9:25 PM
    San Diego
    La Jolla Village
    7:35 AM
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $72
  • Greyhound US
    16h 40m
    0
    2:00 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    6:40 AM
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $78
  • Greyhound US
    16h 40m
    0
    2:00 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    6:40 AM
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $82

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Greyhound US
    16h 40m
    0
    2:00 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    6:40 AM
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $62
  • FlixBus
    17h 40m
    0
    1:00 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    6:40 AM
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $62
  • FlixBus
    10h 35m
    0
    9:00 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    7:35 AM
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $62
  • Greyhound US
    11h 40m
    0
    7:35 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    7:15 AM
    San Francisco
    Salesforce Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $64
  • Greyhound US
    16h 40m
    0
    2:00 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    6:40 AM
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $66

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    10h 35m
    0
    9:00 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    7:35 AM
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $72
  • FlixBus
    10h 10m
    0
    9:25 PM
    San Diego
    La Jolla Village
    7:35 AM
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $72
  • Greyhound US
    16h 40m
    0
    2:00 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    6:40 AM
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $76
  • Greyhound US
    11h 40m
    0
    7:35 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    7:15 AM
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $88
  • Greyhound US
    15h 50m
    0
    7:15 AM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    11:05 PM
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $90
  • Did you know that if you travel from San Diego to San Francisco via Los Angeles, you can save more than $7? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Busbud
      11h 5m
      0
      7:35 PM
      San Diego
      Old Town Transit Center
      10:20 PM
      Los Angeles
      Union Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $26
      • Waiting Time 0h 55m
    • Busbud
      7h 25m
      0
      11:15 PM
      Los Angeles
      University of California (curbside)
      6:40 AM
      San Francisco
      5th/Townsend
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $39
    Travel time is 0h 55m longer, but you will save $7

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    10h 35m
    0
    9:00 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    7:35 AM
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $72
  • FlixBus
    10h 10m
    0
    9:25 PM
    San Diego
    La Jolla Village
    7:35 AM
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $72
  • Greyhound US
    12h 50m
    0
    7:15 AM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    8:05 PM
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $75
  • Greyhound US
    16h 40m
    0
    2:00 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    6:40 AM
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $78
  • FlixBus
    12h 5m
    0
    6:35 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    6:40 AM
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $78
  • Did you know that if you travel from San Diego to San Francisco via Los Angeles, you can save more than $7? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Busbud
      11h 5m
      0
      7:35 PM
      San Diego
      Old Town Transit Center
      10:20 PM
      Los Angeles
      Union Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $26
      • Waiting Time 0h 55m
    • Busbud
      7h 25m
      0
      11:15 PM
      Los Angeles
      University of California (curbside)
      6:40 AM
      San Francisco
      5th/Townsend
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $39
    Travel time is 0h 55m longer, but you will save $7

Frequency of bus connections between San Diego and San Francisco

See here how frequent the connections between San Diego and San Francisco are, during different times and days of the week.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 21 daily buses from San Diego to San Francisco. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 5 daily coaches between San Diego and San Francisco.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 46 buses from San Diego to San Francisco, while Night sees the fewest connections between San Diego and San Francisco, with 3 offers.

Facts about the bus from San Diego to San Francisco

Compare all providers like FlixBus and Greyhound US that travel 14 times every day by bus from San Diego to San Francisco in one click! Book your bus ticket from San Diego to San Francisco starting from $58!

Cheapest Bus $58
Fastest Bus 10h 10m
Earliest Bus 5:15 AM
Latest Bus 9:25 PM
Daily Bus Routes 14 Ø
Distance 457.7 miles
Bus Companies FlixBus and Greyhound US

Cheapest bus connections from San Diego to San Francisco

Every day, 14 buses from 2 bus companies leave San Diego for San Francisco: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 06/27/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 06/22
Monday 06/23
Tuesday 06/24
Wednesday 06/25
Thursday 06/26
Friday 06/27
$60
Saturday 06/28
$66
Sunday 06/29
$72
Monday 06/30
$68
Tuesday 07/01
$62
Wednesday 07/02
$72
Thursday 07/03
$72
Friday 07/04
$55
Saturday 07/05
$66
Sunday 07/06
$81
Monday 07/07
$54
Tuesday 07/08
$39
Wednesday 07/09
Thursday 07/10
$52
Friday 07/11
Saturday 07/12
Sunday 07/13
Monday 07/14
Tuesday 07/15
$46
Wednesday 07/16
$65
Thursday 07/17
$40
Friday 07/18
Saturday 07/19

The cheapest time to travel from San Diego to San Francisco

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from San Diego to San Francisco, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $58, Saturday is the cheapest day for a bus from San Diego to San Francisco. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $72.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from San Diego to San Francisco, with $58. Night is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $59.

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

Beloved bus companies from San Diego to San Francisco

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

FlixBus from San Diego to San Francisco

FlixBus

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

Cheapest Price $58
Fastest Bus 10h 10m
Earliest Bus 5:15 AM
Last Bus 9:25 PM
Daily Connections 9 Ø
Found on 6/25/2025

Greyhound US from San Diego to San Francisco

Greyhound US

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

Cheapest Price $58
Fastest Bus 11h 40m
Earliest Bus 7:15 AM
Last Bus 7:35 PM
Daily Connections 4 Ø
Found on 6/25/2025

All bus stations and stops in San Diego and San Francisco

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from San Diego to San Francisco

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

FAQs about the San Diego to San Francisco bus

How much does a San Diego San Francisco bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $58 and takes 12h 50m to reach San Francisco. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $58 and $112. 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 San Diego to San Francisco each day?

Every day, the San Diego to San Francisco bus route is served by approximately 14 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from San Diego to San Francisco is offered by FlixBus and takes 10h 10m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $72. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

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

The earliest bus arriving in San Francisco from San Diego starts at 5:15 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 San Diego to San Francisco?

The latest bus trip departing from San Diego for San Francisco starts at 9:25 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 San Diego San Francisco route?

When traveling by bus from San Diego 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 San Diego and San Francisco?

You can check all the direct connections between San Diego 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 San Diego 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 San Diego 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 San Diego 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 San Diego to San Francisco on your planned travel date.

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

Economy
Economy

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

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