What is the best way to travel from New York to San Francisco?
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What is the cheapest way to reach San Francisco from New York?
You can get to San Francisco with just $171 by taking a Bus from Greyhound US, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.
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Greyhound US73h 25m05:50 AMNew YorkG. Washington Bridge Bus Station7:15 AMSan FranciscoBus Station Transbay0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from G. Washington Bridge Bus Station, New York (USA) at 7/3/2025 5:50:00 AM to Bus Station Transbay, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 7/6/2025 7:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $171 per person are available. Travel duration is 73h 25m
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FlixBus69h 45m02:40 PMNew YorkWest 34th Street12:25 PMSan FranciscoBus Station Transbay0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from West 34th Street, New York (USA) at 7/3/2025 2:40:00 PM to Bus Station Transbay, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 7/6/2025 12:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $173 per person are available. Travel duration is 69h 45m
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FlixBus73h 20m011:05 AMNew YorkChinatown12:25 PMSan FranciscoBus Station Transbay0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Chinatown, New York (USA) at 7/3/2025 11:05:00 AM to Bus Station Transbay, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 7/6/2025 12:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $176 per person are available. Travel duration is 73h 20m
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Greyhound US72h 50m05:50 AMNew YorkG. Washington Bridge Bus Station6:40 AMSan Francisco5th/Townsend0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from G. Washington Bridge Bus Station, New York (USA) at 7/3/2025 5:50:00 AM to 5th/Townsend, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 7/6/2025 6:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $178 per person are available. Travel duration is 72h 50m
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FlixBus73h 45m05:30 AMNew York31st & 8th Ave7:15 AMSan FranciscoBus Station Transbay0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from 31st & 8th Ave, New York (USA) at 7/3/2025 5:30:00 AM to Bus Station Transbay, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 7/6/2025 7:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $181 per person are available. Travel duration is 73h 45m
Cheapest Buses Thursday
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Greyhound US69h 5m03:20 PMNew YorkPort Authority Bus Terminal12:25 PMSan FranciscoBus Station Transbay0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Port Authority Bus Terminal, New York (USA) at 7/5/2025 3:20:00 PM to Bus Station Transbay, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 7/8/2025 12:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $178 per person are available. Travel duration is 69h 5m
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FlixBus71h 25m01:00 PMNew YorkChinatown12:25 PMSan FranciscoBus Station Transbay0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Chinatown, New York (USA) at 7/5/2025 1:00:00 PM to Bus Station Transbay, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 7/8/2025 12:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $179 per person are available. Travel duration is 71h 25m
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FlixBus69h 45m02:40 PMNew YorkWest 34th Street12:25 PMSan FranciscoBus Station Transbay0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from West 34th Street, New York (USA) at 7/5/2025 2:40:00 PM to Bus Station Transbay, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 7/8/2025 12:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $179 per person are available. Travel duration is 69h 45m
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FlixBus70h 25m02:00 PMNew York31st & 8th Ave12:25 PMSan FranciscoBus Station Transbay0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from 31st & 8th Ave, New York (USA) at 7/5/2025 2:00:00 PM to Bus Station Transbay, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 7/8/2025 12:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $180 per person are available. Travel duration is 70h 25m
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Greyhound US70h 55m01:30 PMNew YorkG. Washington Bridge Bus Station12:25 PMSan FranciscoBus Station Transbay0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from G. Washington Bridge Bus Station, New York (USA) at 7/5/2025 1:30:00 PM to Bus Station Transbay, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 7/8/2025 12:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $180 per person are available. Travel duration is 70h 55m
Cheapest Buses Saturday
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Greyhound US73h 25m05:50 AMNew YorkG. Washington Bridge Bus Station7:15 AMSan FranciscoBus Station Transbay0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from G. Washington Bridge Bus Station, New York (USA) at 7/8/2025 5:50:00 AM to Bus Station Transbay, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 7/11/2025 7:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $213 per person are available. Travel duration is 73h 25m
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Greyhound US72h 50m05:50 AMNew YorkG. Washington Bridge Bus Station6:40 AMSan Francisco5th/Townsend0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from G. Washington Bridge Bus Station, New York (USA) at 7/8/2025 5:50:00 AM to 5th/Townsend, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 7/11/2025 6:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $214 per person are available. Travel duration is 72h 50m
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Greyhound US80h 40m010:35 PMNew YorkG. Washington Bridge Bus Station7:15 AMSan FranciscoBus Station Transbay0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from G. Washington Bridge Bus Station, New York (USA) at 7/8/2025 10:35:00 PM to Bus Station Transbay, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 7/12/2025 7:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $217 per person are available. Travel duration is 80h 40m
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FlixBus95h 15m08:00 AMNew YorkChrystie St7:15 AMSan FranciscoBus Station Transbay0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Chrystie St, New York (USA) at 7/8/2025 8:00:00 AM to Bus Station Transbay, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 7/12/2025 7:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $225 per person are available. Travel duration is 95h 15m
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FlixBus87h 25m011:45 PMNew York31st & 8th Ave3:10 PMSan Francisco5th/Townsend0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from 31st & 8th Ave, New York (USA) at 7/8/2025 11:45:00 PM to 5th/Townsend, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 7/12/2025 3:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $227 per person are available. Travel duration is 87h 25m
Cheapest Buses Tuesday
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FlixBus83h 40m07:00 PMNew YorkWest 34th Street6:40 AMSan Francisco5th/Townsend0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from West 34th Street, New York (USA) at 7/9/2025 7:00:00 PM to 5th/Townsend, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 7/13/2025 6:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $181 per person are available. Travel duration is 83h 40m
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FlixBus84h 15m07:00 PMNew YorkWest 34th Street7:15 AMSan FranciscoBus Station Transbay0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from West 34th Street, New York (USA) at 7/9/2025 7:00:00 PM to Bus Station Transbay, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 7/13/2025 7:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $183 per person are available. Travel duration is 84h 15m
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Greyhound US76h 40m01:30 PMNew YorkG. Washington Bridge Bus Station6:10 PMSan Francisco5th/Townsend0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from G. Washington Bridge Bus Station, New York (USA) at 7/9/2025 1:30:00 PM to 5th/Townsend, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 7/12/2025 6:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $185 per person are available. Travel duration is 76h 40m
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Greyhound US78h 30m03:20 PMNew YorkPort Authority Bus Terminal9:50 PMSan Francisco5th/Townsend0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Port Authority Bus Terminal, New York (USA) at 7/9/2025 3:20:00 PM to 5th/Townsend, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 7/12/2025 9:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $185 per person are available. Travel duration is 78h 30m
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FlixBus75h 30m02:40 PMNew YorkWest 34th Street6:10 PMSan Francisco5th/Townsend0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from West 34th Street, New York (USA) at 7/9/2025 2:40:00 PM to 5th/Townsend, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 7/12/2025 6:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $186 per person are available. Travel duration is 75h 30m
Cheapest Buses Wednesday
What are the fastest trips from New York to San Francisco?
You can get to San Francisco from New York in just 69h 5m with a Bus from Greyhound US. 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.
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FlixBus69h 45m02:40 PMNew YorkWest 34th Street12:25 PMSan FranciscoBus Station Transbay0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from West 34th Street, New York (USA) at 7/3/2025 2:40:00 PM to Bus Station Transbay, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 7/6/2025 12:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $173 per person are available. Travel duration is 69h 45m
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Greyhound US72h 50m05:50 AMNew YorkG. Washington Bridge Bus Station6:40 AMSan Francisco5th/Townsend0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from G. Washington Bridge Bus Station, New York (USA) at 7/3/2025 5:50:00 AM to 5th/Townsend, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 7/6/2025 6:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $178 per person are available. Travel duration is 72h 50m
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FlixBus73h 20m011:05 AMNew YorkChinatown12:25 PMSan FranciscoBus Station Transbay0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Chinatown, New York (USA) at 7/3/2025 11:05:00 AM to Bus Station Transbay, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 7/6/2025 12:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $176 per person are available. Travel duration is 73h 20m
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Greyhound US73h 25m05:50 AMNew YorkG. Washington Bridge Bus Station7:15 AMSan FranciscoBus Station Transbay0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from G. Washington Bridge Bus Station, New York (USA) at 7/3/2025 5:50:00 AM to Bus Station Transbay, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 7/6/2025 7:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $171 per person are available. Travel duration is 73h 25m
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FlixBus73h 45m05:30 AMNew York31st & 8th Ave7:15 AMSan FranciscoBus Station Transbay0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from 31st & 8th Ave, New York (USA) at 7/3/2025 5:30:00 AM to Bus Station Transbay, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 7/6/2025 7:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $181 per person are available. Travel duration is 73h 45m
Fastest Buses Thursday
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Greyhound US69h 5m03:20 PMNew YorkPort Authority Bus Terminal12:25 PMSan FranciscoBus Station Transbay0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Port Authority Bus Terminal, New York (USA) at 7/5/2025 3:20:00 PM to Bus Station Transbay, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 7/8/2025 12:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $178 per person are available. Travel duration is 69h 5m
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FlixBus69h 45m02:40 PMNew YorkWest 34th Street12:25 PMSan FranciscoBus Station Transbay0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from West 34th Street, New York (USA) at 7/5/2025 2:40:00 PM to Bus Station Transbay, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 7/8/2025 12:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $179 per person are available. Travel duration is 69h 45m
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FlixBus70h 25m02:00 PMNew York31st & 8th Ave12:25 PMSan FranciscoBus Station Transbay0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from 31st & 8th Ave, New York (USA) at 7/5/2025 2:00:00 PM to Bus Station Transbay, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 7/8/2025 12:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $180 per person are available. Travel duration is 70h 25m
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Greyhound US70h 55m01:30 PMNew YorkG. Washington Bridge Bus Station12:25 PMSan FranciscoBus Station Transbay0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from G. Washington Bridge Bus Station, New York (USA) at 7/5/2025 1:30:00 PM to Bus Station Transbay, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 7/8/2025 12:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $180 per person are available. Travel duration is 70h 55m
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FlixBus71h 25m01:00 PMNew YorkChinatown12:25 PMSan FranciscoBus Station Transbay0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Chinatown, New York (USA) at 7/5/2025 1:00:00 PM to Bus Station Transbay, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 7/8/2025 12:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $179 per person are available. Travel duration is 71h 25m
Fastest Buses Saturday
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Greyhound US72h 50m05:50 AMNew YorkG. Washington Bridge Bus Station6:40 AMSan Francisco5th/Townsend0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from G. Washington Bridge Bus Station, New York (USA) at 7/8/2025 5:50:00 AM to 5th/Townsend, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 7/11/2025 6:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $214 per person are available. Travel duration is 72h 50m
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Greyhound US73h 25m05:50 AMNew YorkG. Washington Bridge Bus Station7:15 AMSan FranciscoBus Station Transbay0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from G. Washington Bridge Bus Station, New York (USA) at 7/8/2025 5:50:00 AM to Bus Station Transbay, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 7/11/2025 7:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $213 per person are available. Travel duration is 73h 25m
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Greyhound US80h 40m010:35 PMNew YorkG. Washington Bridge Bus Station7:15 AMSan FranciscoBus Station Transbay0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from G. Washington Bridge Bus Station, New York (USA) at 7/8/2025 10:35:00 PM to Bus Station Transbay, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 7/12/2025 7:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $217 per person are available. Travel duration is 80h 40m
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FlixBus87h 25m011:45 PMNew York31st & 8th Ave3:10 PMSan Francisco5th/Townsend0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from 31st & 8th Ave, New York (USA) at 7/8/2025 11:45:00 PM to 5th/Townsend, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 7/12/2025 3:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $227 per person are available. Travel duration is 87h 25m
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FlixBus95h 15m08:00 AMNew YorkChrystie St7:15 AMSan FranciscoBus Station Transbay0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Chrystie St, New York (USA) at 7/8/2025 8:00:00 AM to Bus Station Transbay, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 7/12/2025 7:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $225 per person are available. Travel duration is 95h 15m
Fastest Buses Tuesday
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FlixBus75h 30m02:40 PMNew YorkWest 34th Street6:10 PMSan Francisco5th/Townsend0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from West 34th Street, New York (USA) at 7/9/2025 2:40:00 PM to 5th/Townsend, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 7/12/2025 6:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $186 per person are available. Travel duration is 75h 30m
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Greyhound US76h 40m01:30 PMNew YorkG. Washington Bridge Bus Station6:10 PMSan Francisco5th/Townsend0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from G. Washington Bridge Bus Station, New York (USA) at 7/9/2025 1:30:00 PM to 5th/Townsend, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 7/12/2025 6:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $185 per person are available. Travel duration is 76h 40m
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Greyhound US78h 30m03:20 PMNew YorkPort Authority Bus Terminal9:50 PMSan Francisco5th/Townsend0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Port Authority Bus Terminal, New York (USA) at 7/9/2025 3:20:00 PM to 5th/Townsend, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 7/12/2025 9:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $185 per person are available. Travel duration is 78h 30m
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FlixBus83h 40m07:00 PMNew YorkWest 34th Street6:40 AMSan Francisco5th/Townsend0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from West 34th Street, New York (USA) at 7/9/2025 7:00:00 PM to 5th/Townsend, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 7/13/2025 6:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $181 per person are available. Travel duration is 83h 40m
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FlixBus84h 15m07:00 PMNew YorkWest 34th Street7:15 AMSan FranciscoBus Station Transbay0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from West 34th Street, New York (USA) at 7/9/2025 7:00:00 PM to Bus Station Transbay, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 7/13/2025 7:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $183 per person are available. Travel duration is 84h 15m
Fastest Buses Wednesday
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from New York to San Francisco
What are the most popular stations in New York and San Francisco?
In New York, you will usually depart from Grand Central Terminal, West 34th Street or Port Authority Bus Terminal, 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 New York? With 5 connections between 3 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 New York and San Francisco, you can pay as low as $171 with a Bus from Greyhound US.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 Bus from Greyhound US: you will get to San Francisco in just 69h 5m.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 New York and San Francisco are FlixBus and Greyhound US, 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 New York 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 Jersey City or to Daly City, CA, and look at flights from John F. Kennedy 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 New York to San Francisco?
The most popular companies between New York and San Francisco, are FlixBus and Greyhound US. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: FlixBus and Greyhound US
All you need to know when you travel from New York to San Francisco
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from New York 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 New York to San Francisco
How can I reach San Francisco from New York?
Every day, there are on average 5 connections between Bus and Flight, with which you can get to San Francisco from New York.
How far is San Francisco from New York?
The distance between New York and San Francisco is 2,565.1 miles.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between New York 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 111 kgs of CO2, a train 144 kgs, a car 702 kgs, and a flight 1,016 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from New York to San Francisco?
You can get to San Francisco with just $171 by taking a Bus from Greyhound US.
What is the fastest way to get from New York 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 69h 5m with a Bus from Greyhound US.
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