What is the best way to travel from Salt Lake City, UT to San Francisco?
Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Buses and Flights for the journey to San Francisco from Salt Lake City, UT. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 1 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach San Francisco from Salt Lake City, UT?
You can get to San Francisco with just $100 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.
-
Greyhound US25h 5m08:45 PMSalt Lake City, UTIntermodal Hub9:50 PMSan Francisco5th/Townsend0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Intermodal Hub, Salt Lake City, UT (USA) at 7/3/2025 8:45:00 PM to 5th/Townsend, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 7/4/2025 9:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $107 per person are available. Travel duration is 25h 5m
-
Greyhound US15h 40m08:45 PMSalt Lake City, UTIntermodal Hub12:25 PMSan FranciscoBus Station Transbay0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Intermodal Hub, Salt Lake City, UT (USA) at 7/3/2025 8:45:00 PM to Bus Station Transbay, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 7/4/2025 12:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $108 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 40m
Cheapest Buses Thursday
-
Greyhound US15h 40m08:45 PMSalt Lake City, UTIntermodal Hub12:25 PMSan FranciscoBus Station Transbay0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Intermodal Hub, Salt Lake City, UT (USA) at 7/5/2025 8:45:00 PM to Bus Station Transbay, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 7/6/2025 12:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $128 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 40m
-
Greyhound US25h 5m08:45 PMSalt Lake City, UTIntermodal Hub9:50 PMSan Francisco5th/Townsend0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Intermodal Hub, Salt Lake City, UT (USA) at 7/5/2025 8:45:00 PM to 5th/Townsend, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 7/6/2025 9:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $166 per person are available. Travel duration is 25h 5m
Cheapest Buses Saturday
-
Greyhound US15h 40m08:45 PMSalt Lake City, UTIntermodal Hub12:25 PMSan FranciscoBus Station Transbay0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Intermodal Hub, Salt Lake City, UT (USA) at 7/6/2025 8:45:00 PM to Bus Station Transbay, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 7/7/2025 12:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $104 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 40m
-
Greyhound US25h 5m08:45 PMSalt Lake City, UTIntermodal Hub9:50 PMSan Francisco5th/Townsend0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Intermodal Hub, Salt Lake City, UT (USA) at 7/6/2025 8:45:00 PM to 5th/Townsend, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 7/7/2025 9:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $113 per person are available. Travel duration is 25h 5m
Cheapest Buses Sunday
-
Greyhound US25h 5m08:45 PMSalt Lake City, UTIntermodal Hub9:50 PMSan Francisco5th/Townsend0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Intermodal Hub, Salt Lake City, UT (USA) at 7/8/2025 8:45:00 PM to 5th/Townsend, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 7/9/2025 9:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $100 per person are available. Travel duration is 25h 5m
-
Greyhound US15h 40m08:45 PMSalt Lake City, UTIntermodal Hub12:25 PMSan FranciscoBus Station Transbay0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Intermodal Hub, Salt Lake City, UT (USA) at 7/8/2025 8:45:00 PM to Bus Station Transbay, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 7/9/2025 12:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $101 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 40m
Cheapest Buses Tuesday
What are the fastest trips from Salt Lake City, UT to San Francisco?
You can get to San Francisco from Salt Lake City, UT in just 15h 40m 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.
-
Greyhound US15h 40m08:45 PMSalt Lake City, UTIntermodal Hub12:25 PMSan FranciscoBus Station Transbay0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Intermodal Hub, Salt Lake City, UT (USA) at 7/3/2025 8:45:00 PM to Bus Station Transbay, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 7/4/2025 12:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $108 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 40m
-
Greyhound US25h 5m08:45 PMSalt Lake City, UTIntermodal Hub9:50 PMSan Francisco5th/Townsend0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Intermodal Hub, Salt Lake City, UT (USA) at 7/3/2025 8:45:00 PM to 5th/Townsend, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 7/4/2025 9:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $107 per person are available. Travel duration is 25h 5m
Fastest Buses Thursday
-
Greyhound US15h 40m08:45 PMSalt Lake City, UTIntermodal Hub12:25 PMSan FranciscoBus Station Transbay0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Intermodal Hub, Salt Lake City, UT (USA) at 7/5/2025 8:45:00 PM to Bus Station Transbay, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 7/6/2025 12:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $128 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 40m
-
Greyhound US25h 5m08:45 PMSalt Lake City, UTIntermodal Hub9:50 PMSan Francisco5th/Townsend0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Intermodal Hub, Salt Lake City, UT (USA) at 7/5/2025 8:45:00 PM to 5th/Townsend, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 7/6/2025 9:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $166 per person are available. Travel duration is 25h 5m
Fastest Buses Saturday
-
Greyhound US15h 40m08:45 PMSalt Lake City, UTIntermodal Hub12:25 PMSan FranciscoBus Station Transbay0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Intermodal Hub, Salt Lake City, UT (USA) at 7/6/2025 8:45:00 PM to Bus Station Transbay, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 7/7/2025 12:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $104 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 40m
-
Greyhound US25h 5m08:45 PMSalt Lake City, UTIntermodal Hub9:50 PMSan Francisco5th/Townsend0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Intermodal Hub, Salt Lake City, UT (USA) at 7/6/2025 8:45:00 PM to 5th/Townsend, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 7/7/2025 9:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $113 per person are available. Travel duration is 25h 5m
Fastest Buses Sunday
-
Greyhound US15h 40m08:45 PMSalt Lake City, UTIntermodal Hub12:25 PMSan FranciscoBus Station Transbay0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Intermodal Hub, Salt Lake City, UT (USA) at 7/8/2025 8:45:00 PM to Bus Station Transbay, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 7/9/2025 12:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $101 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 40m
-
Greyhound US25h 5m08:45 PMSalt Lake City, UTIntermodal Hub9:50 PMSan Francisco5th/Townsend0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Intermodal Hub, Salt Lake City, UT (USA) at 7/8/2025 8:45:00 PM to 5th/Townsend, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 7/9/2025 9:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $100 per person are available. Travel duration is 25h 5m
Fastest Buses Tuesday
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Salt Lake City, UT to San Francisco
What are the most popular stations in Salt Lake City, UT and San Francisco?
In Salt Lake City, UT, you will usually depart from Intermodal Hub, SLC Airport or Amelia Earhart Dr @ 5555 W Bus Stop, 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 Salt Lake City, UT? With 2 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 Salt Lake City, UT and San Francisco, you can pay as low as $100 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 15h 40m.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 Salt Lake City, UT and San Francisco are 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 Salt Lake City, UT 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 Centerfield, UT or to Daly City, CA, and look at flights from Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City, UT to San Francisco?
The most popular companies between Salt Lake City, UT and San Francisco, are Greyhound US. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: Greyhound US
All you need to know when you travel from Salt Lake City, UT to San Francisco
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Salt Lake City, UT 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 Salt Lake City, UT to San Francisco
How can I reach San Francisco from Salt Lake City, UT?
Every day, there are on average 2 connections between Bus and Flight, with which you can get to San Francisco from Salt Lake City, UT.
How far is San Francisco from Salt Lake City, UT?
The distance between Salt Lake City, UT and San Francisco is 598.4 miles.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Salt Lake City, UT 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 26 kgs of CO2, a train 34 kgs, a car 164 kgs, and a flight 237 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Salt Lake City, UT to San Francisco?
You can get to San Francisco with just $100 by taking a Bus from Greyhound US.
What is the fastest way to get from Salt Lake City, UT 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 15h 40m with a Bus from Greyhound US.
More routes to Salt Lake City, UT and to San Francisco
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Salt Lake City, UT and to San Francisco. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
- Trips to Salt Lake City, UT
- Atlanta, GA to Salt Lake City, UT
- Ciudad Juárez to Salt Lake City, UT
- Denver to Salt Lake City, UT
- El Paso, TX to Salt Lake City, UT
- Fresno, CA to Salt Lake City, UT
- Las Vegas to Salt Lake City, UT
- Los Angeles to Salt Lake City, UT
- McCarran Airport to Salt Lake City, UT
- Monterrey, NL to Salt Lake City, UT
- Phoenix, AZ to Salt Lake City, UT
- Saint George, UT to Salt Lake City, UT
- San Antonio, TX to Salt Lake City, UT