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What is the best way to travel from Anaheim, CA to San Francisco?

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Flight is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
9h 35m
$98
$98
2
Flight
1h 24m
$50
$203
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What is the cheapest way to reach San Francisco from Anaheim, CA?

You can get to San Francisco with just $50 by taking a Flight from Skyscanner, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

Friday
from $131
Saturday
from $50
Sunday
Monday
from $73
Tuesday
from $94
Wednesday
Thursday
from $65

    Cheapest Flights Friday

  • Frontier Airlines
    1h 32m
    0
    6:21 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    7:53 PM
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $131
  • Skyscanner
    1h 29m
    0
    6:00 AM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    7:29 AM
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from $148
  • Skyscanner
    1h 26m
    0
    6:49 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    8:15 PM
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from $148
  • United Airlines
    1h 24m
    0
    7:25 AM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    8:49 AM
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $148
  • United Airlines
    1h 35m
    0
    12:00 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    1:35 PM
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $148
  • Volaris
    26h 38m
    0
    6:52 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    9:30 PM
    Oakland Airport
    Oakland Airport
    0
    Volaris
    Economy
    from $335

    Cheapest Flights Saturday

  • Skyscanner
    1h 29m
    0
    6:00 AM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    7:29 AM
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from $50
  • Skyscanner
    1h 36m
    0
    9:00 AM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    10:36 AM
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from $50
  • Frontier Airlines
    1h 36m
    0
    7:35 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    9:11 PM
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $87
  • American Airlines
    1h 33m
    0
    6:51 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    8:24 PM
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    0
    American Airlines
    Economy
    from $129
  • United Airlines
    1h 24m
    0
    7:25 AM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    8:49 AM
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $140
  • Alaska Airlines
    25h 17m
    0
    9:24 AM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    10:41 AM
    Oakland Airport
    Oakland Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $180

    Cheapest Flights Monday

  • Skyscanner
    1h 33m
    0
    9:35 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    11:08 PM
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from $73
  • United Airlines
    1h 35m
    0
    12:00 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    1:35 PM
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $92
  • Frontier Airlines
    1h 32m
    0
    6:21 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    7:53 PM
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $101
  • United Airlines
    1h 24m
    0
    7:20 AM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    8:44 AM
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $103
  • American Airlines
    1h 33m
    0
    6:50 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    8:23 PM
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    0
    American Airlines
    Economy
    from $132
  • Viva Aerobus
    8h 58m
    0
    8:55 AM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    5:53 PM
    Oakland Airport
    Oakland Airport
    0
    Viva Aerobus
    Economy
    from $274
  • Cheapest Buses Monday

  • Greyhound US
    9h 35m
    0
    9:40 PM
    Anaheim, CA
    Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center
    7:15 AM
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $98
  • Greyhound US
    12h 15m
    0
    7:50 PM
    Anaheim, CA
    Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center
    8:05 AM
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $99

    Cheapest Flights Tuesday

  • Skyscanner
    1h 28m
    0
    9:00 AM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    10:28 AM
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from $94
  • Frontier Airlines
    1h 36m
    0
    7:35 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    9:11 PM
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $101
  • United Airlines
    1h 35m
    0
    12:00 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    1:35 PM
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $108
  • American Airlines
    1h 34m
    0
    8:30 AM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    10:04 AM
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    0
    American Airlines
    Economy
    from $119
  • Delta Air Lines
    1h 30m
    0
    9:20 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    10:50 PM
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    0
    Delta Air Lines
    Economy
    from $135
  • Volaris
    26h 38m
    0
    6:52 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    9:30 PM
    Oakland Airport
    Oakland Airport
    0
    Volaris
    Economy
    from $317

    Cheapest Flights Thursday

  • Frontier Airlines
    1h 36m
    0
    7:35 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    9:11 PM
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $65
  • United Airlines
    1h 35m
    0
    10:26 AM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    12:01 PM
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $98
  • American Airlines
    1h 33m
    0
    6:50 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    8:23 PM
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    0
    American Airlines
    Economy
    from $128
  • Skyscanner
    1h 34m
    0
    3:59 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    5:33 PM
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from $147
  • Skyscanner
    1h 26m
    0
    1:29 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    2:55 PM
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from $149
  • Alaska Airlines
    12h 34m
    0
    11:25 AM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    11:59 PM
    Oakland Airport
    Oakland Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $167

What are the fastest trips from Anaheim, CA to San Francisco?

You can get to San Francisco from Anaheim, CA in just 1h 24m with a Flight from United Airlines. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

Friday
from 1h 24m
Saturday
from 1h 24m
Sunday
Monday
from 1h 24m
Tuesday
from 1h 28m
Wednesday
Thursday
from 1h 26m

    Fastest Flights Friday

  • United Airlines
    1h 24m
    0
    7:25 AM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    8:49 AM
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $148
  • Skyscanner
    1h 26m
    0
    6:49 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    8:15 PM
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from $148
  • Skyscanner
    1h 29m
    0
    6:00 AM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    7:29 AM
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from $148
  • Frontier Airlines
    1h 32m
    0
    6:21 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    7:53 PM
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $131
  • United Airlines
    1h 35m
    0
    12:00 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    1:35 PM
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $148
  • Viva Aerobus
    8h 58m
    0
    8:55 AM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    5:53 PM
    Oakland Airport
    Oakland Airport
    0
    Viva Aerobus
    Economy
    from $394

    Fastest Flights Saturday

  • United Airlines
    1h 24m
    0
    7:25 AM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    8:49 AM
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $140
  • Skyscanner
    1h 29m
    0
    6:00 AM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    7:29 AM
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from $50
  • American Airlines
    1h 33m
    0
    6:51 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    8:24 PM
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    0
    American Airlines
    Economy
    from $129
  • Skyscanner
    1h 36m
    0
    9:00 AM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    10:36 AM
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from $50
  • Frontier Airlines
    1h 36m
    0
    7:35 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    9:11 PM
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $87
  • Delta Air Lines
    7h 47m
    0
    12:10 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    7:57 PM
    Oakland Airport
    Oakland Airport
    0
    Delta Air Lines
    Economy
    from $330

    Fastest Flights Monday

  • United Airlines
    1h 24m
    0
    7:20 AM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    8:44 AM
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $103
  • Frontier Airlines
    1h 32m
    0
    6:21 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    7:53 PM
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $101
  • Skyscanner
    1h 33m
    0
    9:35 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    11:08 PM
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from $73
  • American Airlines
    1h 33m
    0
    6:50 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    8:23 PM
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    0
    American Airlines
    Economy
    from $132
  • United Airlines
    1h 35m
    0
    12:00 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    1:35 PM
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $92
  • Alaska Airlines
    5h 24m
    0
    1:55 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    7:19 PM
    Oakland Airport
    Oakland Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $339
  • Fastest Buses Monday

  • Greyhound US
    9h 35m
    0
    9:40 PM
    Anaheim, CA
    Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center
    7:15 AM
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $98
  • Greyhound US
    12h 15m
    0
    7:50 PM
    Anaheim, CA
    Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center
    8:05 AM
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $99

    Fastest Flights Tuesday

  • Skyscanner
    1h 28m
    0
    9:00 AM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    10:28 AM
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from $94
  • Delta Air Lines
    1h 30m
    0
    9:20 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    10:50 PM
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    0
    Delta Air Lines
    Economy
    from $135
  • American Airlines
    1h 34m
    0
    8:30 AM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    10:04 AM
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    0
    American Airlines
    Economy
    from $119
  • United Airlines
    1h 35m
    0
    12:00 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    1:35 PM
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $108
  • Frontier Airlines
    1h 36m
    0
    7:35 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    9:11 PM
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $101
  • Delta Air Lines
    9h 21m
    0
    10:36 AM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    7:57 PM
    Oakland Airport
    Oakland Airport
    0
    Delta Air Lines
    Economy
    from $338

    Fastest Flights Thursday

  • Skyscanner
    1h 26m
    0
    1:29 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    2:55 PM
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from $149
  • American Airlines
    1h 33m
    0
    6:50 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    8:23 PM
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    0
    American Airlines
    Economy
    from $128
  • Skyscanner
    1h 34m
    0
    3:59 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    5:33 PM
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from $147
  • United Airlines
    1h 35m
    0
    10:26 AM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    12:01 PM
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $98
  • Frontier Airlines
    1h 36m
    0
    7:35 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    9:11 PM
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $65
  • Alaska Airlines
    10h 27m
    0
    1:32 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    11:59 PM
    Oakland Airport
    Oakland Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $167
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Anaheim, CA to San Francisco

What are the most popular stations in Anaheim, CA and San Francisco?

In Anaheim, CA, you will usually depart from Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center, Anaheim S Anaheim Blvd Bus Stop or Disneyland Main Transportation Center, while in San Francisco you will be arriving at One Ferry Building, SoMa or Beach St & Hyde St, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to San Francisco from Anaheim, CA? With 9 connections between 1 Bus and Flight operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Anaheim, CA and San Francisco, you can pay as low as $50 with a Flight from Skyscanner.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from United Airlines: you will get to San Francisco in just 1h 24m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Anaheim, CA and San Francisco are Skyscanner, Alaska Airlines and United Airlines, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Anaheim, CA and San Francisco is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Fullerton, CA or to Daly City, CA, and look at flights from Johne Wayne - Santa Ana Airport, and landing at San Francisco, CA - Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Anaheim, CA to San Francisco?

The most popular companies between Anaheim, CA and San Francisco, are Skyscanner, Alaska Airlines and United Airlines. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: Greyhound US

Airlines: Skyscanner, Alaska Airlines, United Airlines and 6 more.

All you need to know when you travel from Anaheim, CA to San Francisco

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Anaheim, CA to San Francisco. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Anaheim, CA to San Francisco

How can I reach San Francisco from Anaheim, CA?

Every day, there are on average 9 connections between Bus and Flight, with which you can get to San Francisco from Anaheim, CA.

How far is San Francisco from Anaheim, CA?

The distance between Anaheim, CA and San Francisco is 370.7 miles.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Anaheim, CA and San Francisco?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 16 kgs of CO2, a train 21 kgs, a car 101 kgs, and a flight 147 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Anaheim, CA to San Francisco?

You can get to San Francisco with just $50 by taking a Flight from Skyscanner.

What is the fastest way to get from Anaheim, CA to San Francisco?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to San Francisco in just 1h 24m with a Flight from United Airlines.

More routes to Anaheim, CA and to San Francisco

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Anaheim, CA and to San Francisco. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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