What is the best way to travel from Ontario, CA to San Francisco?
Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Buses and Flights for the journey to San Francisco from Ontario, CA. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach San Francisco from Ontario, CA?
You can get to San Francisco with just $59 by taking a Flight from Frontier Airlines, 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 US18h 45m04:20 AMOntario, CAMontclair Place11:05 PMSan FranciscoBus Station Transbay0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Montclair Place, Ontario, CA (USA) at 12/15/2025 4:20:00 AM to Bus Station Transbay, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 12/15/2025 11:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $68 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 45m
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FlixBus18h 25m04:40 AMOntario, CAMontclair Place11:05 PMSan FranciscoBus Station Transbay0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Montclair Place, Ontario, CA (USA) at 12/15/2025 4:40:00 AM to Bus Station Transbay, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 12/15/2025 11:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $68 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 25m
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Greyhound US13h 45m04:20 AMOntario, CAMontclair Place6:05 PMSan Francisco5th/Townsend0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Montclair Place, Ontario, CA (USA) at 12/15/2025 4:20:00 AM to 5th/Townsend, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 12/15/2025 6:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $77 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 45m
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FlixBus13h 25m04:40 AMOntario, CAMontclair Place6:05 PMSan Francisco5th/Townsend0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Montclair Place, Ontario, CA (USA) at 12/15/2025 4:40:00 AM to 5th/Townsend, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 12/15/2025 6:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $77 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 25m
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Greyhound US11h 0m09:05 PMOntario, CAMontclair Place8:05 AMSan Francisco5th/Townsend0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Montclair Place, Ontario, CA (USA) at 12/15/2025 9:05:00 PM to 5th/Townsend, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 12/16/2025 8:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $98 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 0m
Cheapest Buses Monday
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Greyhound US13h 45m04:20 AMOntario, CAMontclair Place6:05 PMSan Francisco5th/Townsend0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Montclair Place, Ontario, CA (USA) at 12/16/2025 4:20:00 AM to 5th/Townsend, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 12/16/2025 6:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $64 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 45m
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Greyhound US18h 45m04:20 AMOntario, CAMontclair Place11:05 PMSan FranciscoBus Station Transbay0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Montclair Place, Ontario, CA (USA) at 12/16/2025 4:20:00 AM to Bus Station Transbay, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 12/16/2025 11:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $64 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 45m
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FlixBus13h 25m04:40 AMOntario, CAMontclair Place6:05 PMSan Francisco5th/Townsend0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Montclair Place, Ontario, CA (USA) at 12/16/2025 4:40:00 AM to 5th/Townsend, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 12/16/2025 6:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $64 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 25m
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FlixBus18h 25m04:40 AMOntario, CAMontclair Place11:05 PMSan FranciscoBus Station Transbay0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Montclair Place, Ontario, CA (USA) at 12/16/2025 4:40:00 AM to Bus Station Transbay, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 12/16/2025 11:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $64 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 25m
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Greyhound US11h 0m09:05 PMOntario, CAMontclair Place8:05 AMSan Francisco5th/Townsend0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Montclair Place, Ontario, CA (USA) at 12/16/2025 9:05:00 PM to 5th/Townsend, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 12/17/2025 8:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $93 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 0m
Cheapest Buses Tuesday
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Greyhound US18h 45m04:20 AMOntario, CAMontclair Place11:05 PMSan FranciscoBus Station Transbay0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Montclair Place, Ontario, CA (USA) at 12/18/2025 4:20:00 AM to Bus Station Transbay, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 12/18/2025 11:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $68 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 45m
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FlixBus18h 25m04:40 AMOntario, CAMontclair Place11:05 PMSan FranciscoBus Station Transbay0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Montclair Place, Ontario, CA (USA) at 12/18/2025 4:40:00 AM to Bus Station Transbay, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 12/18/2025 11:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $68 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 25m
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Greyhound US10h 10m09:05 PMOntario, CAMontclair Place7:15 AMSan FranciscoBus Station Transbay0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Montclair Place, Ontario, CA (USA) at 12/18/2025 9:05:00 PM to Bus Station Transbay, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 12/19/2025 7:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $123 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 10m
Cheapest Buses Thursday
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Frontier Airlines1h 37m012:35 PMJohne Wayne - Santa Ana AirportJohne Wayne - Santa Ana Airport2:12 PMSan Francisco, CA - AirportSan Francisco, CA - Airport0EconomyA Flight from Frontier Airlines goes from Johne Wayne - Santa Ana Airport, Johne Wayne - Santa Ana Airport (USA) at 12/20/2025 12:35:00 PM to San Francisco, CA - Airport, San Francisco, CA - Airport (USA) arriving at 12/20/2025 2:12:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $59 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 37m
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Skyscanner1h 50m06:45 AMJohne Wayne - Santa Ana AirportJohne Wayne - Santa Ana Airport8:35 AMSan Francisco, CA - AirportSan Francisco, CA - Airport0EconomyA Flight from Skyscanner goes from Johne Wayne - Santa Ana Airport, Johne Wayne - Santa Ana Airport (USA) at 12/20/2025 6:45:00 AM to San Francisco, CA - Airport, San Francisco, CA - Airport (USA) arriving at 12/20/2025 8:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $104 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 50m
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Skyscanner1h 46m011:10 AMJohne Wayne - Santa Ana AirportJohne Wayne - Santa Ana Airport12:56 PMSan Francisco, CA - AirportSan Francisco, CA - Airport0EconomyA Flight from Skyscanner goes from Johne Wayne - Santa Ana Airport, Johne Wayne - Santa Ana Airport (USA) at 12/20/2025 11:10:00 AM to San Francisco, CA - Airport, San Francisco, CA - Airport (USA) arriving at 12/20/2025 12:56:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $104 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 46m
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United Airlines1h 41m07:10 AMJohne Wayne - Santa Ana AirportJohne Wayne - Santa Ana Airport8:51 AMSan Francisco, CA - AirportSan Francisco, CA - Airport0EconomyA Flight from United Airlines goes from Johne Wayne - Santa Ana Airport, Johne Wayne - Santa Ana Airport (USA) at 12/20/2025 7:10:00 AM to San Francisco, CA - Airport, San Francisco, CA - Airport (USA) arriving at 12/20/2025 8:51:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $113 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 41m
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United Airlines1h 36m06:20 PMJohne Wayne - Santa Ana AirportJohne Wayne - Santa Ana Airport7:56 PMSan Francisco, CA - AirportSan Francisco, CA - Airport0EconomyA Flight from United Airlines goes from Johne Wayne - Santa Ana Airport, Johne Wayne - Santa Ana Airport (USA) at 12/20/2025 6:20:00 PM to San Francisco, CA - Airport, San Francisco, CA - Airport (USA) arriving at 12/20/2025 7:56:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $113 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 36m
Cheapest Flights Saturday
What are the fastest trips from Ontario, CA to San Francisco?
You can get to San Francisco from Ontario, CA in just 1h 36m 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.
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Greyhound US11h 0m09:05 PMOntario, CAMontclair Place8:05 AMSan Francisco5th/Townsend0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Montclair Place, Ontario, CA (USA) at 12/15/2025 9:05:00 PM to 5th/Townsend, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 12/16/2025 8:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $98 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 0m
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FlixBus13h 25m04:40 AMOntario, CAMontclair Place6:05 PMSan Francisco5th/Townsend0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Montclair Place, Ontario, CA (USA) at 12/15/2025 4:40:00 AM to 5th/Townsend, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 12/15/2025 6:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $77 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 25m
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Greyhound US13h 45m04:20 AMOntario, CAMontclair Place6:05 PMSan Francisco5th/Townsend0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Montclair Place, Ontario, CA (USA) at 12/15/2025 4:20:00 AM to 5th/Townsend, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 12/15/2025 6:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $77 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 45m
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FlixBus18h 25m04:40 AMOntario, CAMontclair Place11:05 PMSan FranciscoBus Station Transbay0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Montclair Place, Ontario, CA (USA) at 12/15/2025 4:40:00 AM to Bus Station Transbay, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 12/15/2025 11:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $68 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 25m
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Greyhound US18h 45m04:20 AMOntario, CAMontclair Place11:05 PMSan FranciscoBus Station Transbay0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Montclair Place, Ontario, CA (USA) at 12/15/2025 4:20:00 AM to Bus Station Transbay, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 12/15/2025 11:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $68 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 45m
Fastest Buses Monday
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Greyhound US11h 0m09:05 PMOntario, CAMontclair Place8:05 AMSan Francisco5th/Townsend0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Montclair Place, Ontario, CA (USA) at 12/16/2025 9:05:00 PM to 5th/Townsend, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 12/17/2025 8:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $93 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 0m
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FlixBus13h 25m04:40 AMOntario, CAMontclair Place6:05 PMSan Francisco5th/Townsend0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Montclair Place, Ontario, CA (USA) at 12/16/2025 4:40:00 AM to 5th/Townsend, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 12/16/2025 6:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $64 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 25m
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Greyhound US13h 45m04:20 AMOntario, CAMontclair Place6:05 PMSan Francisco5th/Townsend0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Montclair Place, Ontario, CA (USA) at 12/16/2025 4:20:00 AM to 5th/Townsend, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 12/16/2025 6:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $64 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 45m
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FlixBus18h 25m04:40 AMOntario, CAMontclair Place11:05 PMSan FranciscoBus Station Transbay0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Montclair Place, Ontario, CA (USA) at 12/16/2025 4:40:00 AM to Bus Station Transbay, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 12/16/2025 11:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $64 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 25m
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Greyhound US18h 45m04:20 AMOntario, CAMontclair Place11:05 PMSan FranciscoBus Station Transbay0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Montclair Place, Ontario, CA (USA) at 12/16/2025 4:20:00 AM to Bus Station Transbay, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 12/16/2025 11:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $64 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 45m
Fastest Buses Tuesday
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Greyhound US10h 10m09:05 PMOntario, CAMontclair Place7:15 AMSan FranciscoBus Station Transbay0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Montclair Place, Ontario, CA (USA) at 12/18/2025 9:05:00 PM to Bus Station Transbay, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 12/19/2025 7:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $123 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 10m
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FlixBus18h 25m04:40 AMOntario, CAMontclair Place11:05 PMSan FranciscoBus Station Transbay0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Montclair Place, Ontario, CA (USA) at 12/18/2025 4:40:00 AM to Bus Station Transbay, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 12/18/2025 11:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $68 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 25m
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Greyhound US18h 45m04:20 AMOntario, CAMontclair Place11:05 PMSan FranciscoBus Station Transbay0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Montclair Place, Ontario, CA (USA) at 12/18/2025 4:20:00 AM to Bus Station Transbay, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 12/18/2025 11:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $68 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 45m
Fastest Buses Thursday
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United Airlines1h 36m06:20 PMJohne Wayne - Santa Ana AirportJohne Wayne - Santa Ana Airport7:56 PMSan Francisco, CA - AirportSan Francisco, CA - Airport0EconomyA Flight from United Airlines goes from Johne Wayne - Santa Ana Airport, Johne Wayne - Santa Ana Airport (USA) at 12/20/2025 6:20:00 PM to San Francisco, CA - Airport, San Francisco, CA - Airport (USA) arriving at 12/20/2025 7:56:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $113 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 36m
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Frontier Airlines1h 37m012:35 PMJohne Wayne - Santa Ana AirportJohne Wayne - Santa Ana Airport2:12 PMSan Francisco, CA - AirportSan Francisco, CA - Airport0EconomyA Flight from Frontier Airlines goes from Johne Wayne - Santa Ana Airport, Johne Wayne - Santa Ana Airport (USA) at 12/20/2025 12:35:00 PM to San Francisco, CA - Airport, San Francisco, CA - Airport (USA) arriving at 12/20/2025 2:12:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $59 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 37m
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United Airlines1h 41m07:10 AMJohne Wayne - Santa Ana AirportJohne Wayne - Santa Ana Airport8:51 AMSan Francisco, CA - AirportSan Francisco, CA - Airport0EconomyA Flight from United Airlines goes from Johne Wayne - Santa Ana Airport, Johne Wayne - Santa Ana Airport (USA) at 12/20/2025 7:10:00 AM to San Francisco, CA - Airport, San Francisco, CA - Airport (USA) arriving at 12/20/2025 8:51:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $113 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 41m
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Skyscanner1h 46m011:10 AMJohne Wayne - Santa Ana AirportJohne Wayne - Santa Ana Airport12:56 PMSan Francisco, CA - AirportSan Francisco, CA - Airport0EconomyA Flight from Skyscanner goes from Johne Wayne - Santa Ana Airport, Johne Wayne - Santa Ana Airport (USA) at 12/20/2025 11:10:00 AM to San Francisco, CA - Airport, San Francisco, CA - Airport (USA) arriving at 12/20/2025 12:56:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $104 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 46m
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Skyscanner1h 50m06:45 AMJohne Wayne - Santa Ana AirportJohne Wayne - Santa Ana Airport8:35 AMSan Francisco, CA - AirportSan Francisco, CA - Airport0EconomyA Flight from Skyscanner goes from Johne Wayne - Santa Ana Airport, Johne Wayne - Santa Ana Airport (USA) at 12/20/2025 6:45:00 AM to San Francisco, CA - Airport, San Francisco, CA - Airport (USA) arriving at 12/20/2025 8:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $104 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 50m
Fastest Flights Saturday
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Ontario, CA to San Francisco
What are the most popular stations in Ontario, CA and San Francisco?
In Ontario, CA, you will usually depart from Montclair Place, Convention Center or Tufesa, while in San Francisco you will be arriving at One Ferry Building, Beach St & Hyde St or SoMa, 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 Ontario, CA? With 4 connections between 2 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 Ontario, CA and San Francisco, you can pay as low as $59 with a Flight from Frontier Airlines.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 36m.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 Ontario, CA and San Francisco are Greyhound US, FlixBus and Skyscanner, 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 Ontario, 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 Upland, 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 Ontario, CA to San Francisco?
The most popular companies between Ontario, CA and San Francisco, are Greyhound US, FlixBus and Skyscanner. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: Greyhound US and FlixBus
Airlines: Skyscanner, United Airlines and Frontier Airlines
All you need to know when you travel from Ontario, CA to San Francisco
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Ontario, 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 Ontario, CA to San Francisco
How can I reach San Francisco from Ontario, CA?
Every day, there are on average 4 connections between Bus and Flight, with which you can get to San Francisco from Ontario, CA.
How far is San Francisco from Ontario, CA?
The distance between Ontario, CA and San Francisco is 369.2 miles.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Ontario, 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 146 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Ontario, CA to San Francisco?
You can get to San Francisco with just $59 by taking a Flight from Frontier Airlines.
What is the fastest way to get from Ontario, 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 36m with a Flight from United Airlines.
More routes to Ontario, CA and to San Francisco
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Ontario, CA and to San Francisco. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

