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Compare all timetables for the bus from San Francisco to New York

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from San Francisco to New York from various bus operators like Greyhound US or FlixBus for the next days.
today
tomorrow
Wednesday
Thursday
from $400
Friday
Saturday
from $318
Sunday
from $174

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Greyhound US
    93h 30m
    0
    11:35 AM
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    9:05 AM
    New York
    West 34th Street
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $400
  • Greyhound US
    103h 25m
    0
    11:35 AM
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    7:00 PM
    New York
    Chrystie St
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $402
  • Greyhound US
    74h 50m
    0
    1:30 PM
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    4:20 PM
    New York
    Port Authority Bus Terminal
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $412
  • FlixBus
    83h 50m
    0
    11:25 PM
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    11:15 AM
    New York
    Chinatown
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $420
  • FlixBus
    84h 5m
    0
    11:25 PM
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    11:30 AM
    New York
    West 34th Street
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $420
  • Did you know that if you travel from San Francisco to New York via Chicago, you can save more than $61? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      92h 5m
      0
      10:40 PM
      San Francisco
      Bus Station Transbay
      4:10 PM
      Chicago
      95th Red Line Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $239
      • Waiting Time 0h 55m
    • Busbud
      25h 40m
      0
      5:05 PM
      Chicago
      95th Red Line Station
      6:45 PM
      New York
      Port Authority Bus Terminal
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $100
    Travel time is 17h 15m longer, but you will save $61

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    87h 55m
    0
    12:05 PM
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    4:00 AM
    New York
    Port Authority Bus Terminal
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $318
  • FlixBus
    84h 35m
    0
    12:05 PM
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    12:40 AM
    New York
    G. Washington Bridge Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $328
  • FlixBus
    85h 30m
    0
    12:05 PM
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    1:35 AM
    New York
    31st & 8th Ave
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $331
  • Greyhound US
    81h 0m
    0
    6:30 AM
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    3:30 PM
    New York
    31st & 8th Ave
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $334
  • Greyhound US
    82h 15m
    0
    6:30 AM
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    4:45 PM
    New York
    West 34th Street
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $334
  • Did you know that if you travel from San Francisco to New York via Newark, you can save more than $128? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      83h 5m
      0
      9:30 AM
      San Francisco
      5th/Townsend
      6:35 PM
      Newark
      Penn Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $185
      • Waiting Time 1h 35m
    • Distribusion
      0h 25m
      0
      8:10 PM
      Newark
      Penn Station
      8:35 PM
      New York
      Port Authority Bus Terminal
      0
      Distribusion
      Economy
      $5
    Travel time is 2h 5m longer, but you will save $128

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    78h 30m
    0
    9:30 AM
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    4:00 PM
    New York
    31st & 8th Ave
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $174
  • FlixBus
    79h 15m
    0
    9:30 AM
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    4:45 PM
    New York
    West 34th Street
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $174
  • FlixBus
    80h 40m
    0
    9:30 AM
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    6:10 PM
    New York
    Port Authority Bus Terminal
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $177
  • Greyhound US
    78h 50m
    0
    1:30 PM
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    8:20 PM
    New York
    West 34th Street
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $190
  • Greyhound US
    84h 35m
    0
    10:40 PM
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    11:15 AM
    New York
    Chinatown
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $190

Frequency of bus connections between San Francisco and New York

See here how frequent the connections between San Francisco and New York are, during different times and days of the week.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 31 daily buses from San Francisco to New York. Thursday has instead the fewest connections, with only 20 daily coaches between San Francisco and New York.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 36 buses from San Francisco to New York, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between San Francisco and New York, with 18 offers.

Facts about the bus from San Francisco to New York

Compare all providers like Greyhound US and FlixBus that travel 26 times every day by bus from San Francisco to New York in one click! Book your bus ticket from San Francisco to New York starting from $174!

Cheapest Bus $174
Fastest Bus 74h 50m
Earliest Bus 6:30 AM
Latest Bus 11:25 PM
Daily Bus Routes 26 Ø
Distance 2,565.1 miles
Bus Companies Greyhound US and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from San Francisco to New York

Every day, 26 buses from 2 bus companies leave San Francisco for New York: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 06/09/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 06/08
Monday 06/09
Tuesday 06/10
Wednesday 06/11
Thursday 06/12
$400
Friday 06/13
Saturday 06/14
$318
Sunday 06/15
$174
Monday 06/16
$615
Tuesday 06/17
$681
Wednesday 06/18
Thursday 06/19
Friday 06/20
Saturday 06/21
Sunday 06/22
Monday 06/23
Tuesday 06/24
Wednesday 06/25
Thursday 06/26
Friday 06/27
Saturday 06/28
Sunday 06/29
Monday 06/30
Tuesday 07/01
Wednesday 07/02
Thursday 07/03
Friday 07/04
Saturday 07/05

The cheapest time to travel from San Francisco to New York

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from San Francisco to New York, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $174, Sunday is the cheapest day for a bus from San Francisco to New York. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $400.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from San Francisco to New York, with $174. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $190.

How to save money travelling from San Francisco to New York

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 Francisco to New York 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 Francisco to New York, 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 Francisco to New York are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from San Francisco to New York

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

Greyhound US from San Francisco to New York

Greyhound US

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

Cheapest Price $190
Fastest Bus 74h 50m
Earliest Bus 6:30 AM
Last Bus 10:40 PM
Daily Connections 13 Ø
Found on 6/5/2025

FlixBus from San Francisco to New York

FlixBus

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

Cheapest Price $174
Fastest Bus 78h 0m
Earliest Bus 11:25 PM
Last Bus 11:25 PM
Daily Connections 12 Ø
Found on 6/5/2025

All bus stations and stops in San Francisco and New York

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

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 San Francisco to New York? Compare all modes of transports from San Francisco to New York.

Service and Comfort on the bus from San Francisco to New York

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

FAQs about the San Francisco to New York bus

How much does a San Francisco New York bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $174 and takes 78h 30m to reach New York. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $174 and $467. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to New York.

On average, how many connections are available from San Francisco to New York each day?

Every day, the San Francisco to New York bus route is served by approximately 26 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from San Francisco to New York is offered by Greyhound US and takes 74h 50m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $427. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from San Francisco to New York?

The earliest bus arriving in New York from San Francisco starts at 6:30 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 San Francisco to New York?

The latest bus trip departing from San Francisco for New York starts at 11:25 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 Francisco New York route?

When traveling by bus from San Francisco to New York, 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 San Francisco and New York?

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

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

Economy
Economy

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

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