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What is the best way to travel from San Francisco to New York?

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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
71h 50m
$241
$294
18
Flight
5h 26m
$183
$407
37

What is the cheapest way to reach New York from San Francisco?

You can get to New York with just $183 by taking a Flight from Alaska Airlines, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

Saturday
from $270
Sunday
from $241
Monday
from $413
Tuesday
from $183
Wednesday
Thursday
from $206
Friday

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • Greyhound US
    72h 20m
    0
    1:30 PM
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    4:50 PM
    New York
    G. Washington Bridge Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $270
  • Greyhound US
    71h 50m
    0
    1:30 PM
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    4:20 PM
    New York
    Port Authority Bus Terminal
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $271
  • Greyhound US
    72h 45m
    0
    1:30 PM
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    5:15 PM
    New York
    West 34th Street
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $271
  • Greyhound US
    72h 30m
    0
    1:30 PM
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    5:00 PM
    New York
    Chinatown
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $272
  • Greyhound US
    71h 55m
    0
    1:30 PM
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    4:25 PM
    New York
    31st & 8th Ave
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $272
  • Cheapest Flights Saturday

  • Alaska Airlines
    29h 45m
    0
    8:10 AM
    Oakland Airport
    Oakland Airport
    4:55 PM
    Newark Airport
    Newark Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $443
  • Alaska Airlines
    26h 47m
    0
    11:08 AM
    Oakland Airport
    Oakland Airport
    4:55 PM
    Newark Airport
    Newark Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $443
  • Hawaiian Airlines
    29h 45m
    0
    8:10 AM
    Oakland Airport
    Oakland Airport
    4:55 PM
    Newark Airport
    Newark Airport
    0
    Hawaiian Airlines
    Economy
    from $456
  • Hawaiian Airlines
    26h 47m
    0
    11:08 AM
    Oakland Airport
    Oakland Airport
    4:55 PM
    Newark Airport
    Newark Airport
    0
    Hawaiian Airlines
    Economy
    from $456
  • Alaska Airlines
    31h 14m
    0
    8:10 AM
    Oakland Airport
    Oakland Airport
    6:24 PM
    Newark Airport
    Newark Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $494
  • Alaska Airlines
    25h 48m
    0
    10:30 AM
    Oakland Airport
    Oakland Airport
    3:18 PM
    John F. Kennedy Airport
    John F. Kennedy Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $518

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • Greyhound US
    71h 50m
    0
    1:30 PM
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    4:20 PM
    New York
    Port Authority Bus Terminal
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $241
  • Greyhound US
    72h 20m
    0
    1:30 PM
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    4:50 PM
    New York
    G. Washington Bridge Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $242
  • Greyhound US
    72h 45m
    0
    1:30 PM
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    5:15 PM
    New York
    West 34th Street
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $243
  • Greyhound US
    89h 0m
    0
    6:30 AM
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    2:30 AM
    New York
    31st & 8th Ave
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $245
  • Greyhound US
    80h 50m
    0
    10:40 PM
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    10:30 AM
    New York
    Port Authority Bus Terminal
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $257

    Cheapest Flights Monday

  • Alaska Airlines
    31h 14m
    0
    8:10 AM
    Oakland Airport
    Oakland Airport
    6:24 PM
    Newark Airport
    Newark Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $413
  • Alaska Airlines
    27h 41m
    0
    11:43 AM
    Oakland Airport
    Oakland Airport
    6:24 PM
    Newark Airport
    Newark Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $413
  • Hawaiian Airlines
    27h 41m
    0
    11:43 AM
    Oakland Airport
    Oakland Airport
    6:24 PM
    Newark Airport
    Newark Airport
    0
    Hawaiian Airlines
    Economy
    from $431
  • Alaska Airlines
    25h 48m
    0
    10:30 AM
    Oakland Airport
    Oakland Airport
    3:18 PM
    John F. Kennedy Airport
    John F. Kennedy Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $473
  • Hawaiian Airlines
    25h 48m
    0
    10:30 AM
    Oakland Airport
    Oakland Airport
    3:18 PM
    John F. Kennedy Airport
    John F. Kennedy Airport
    0
    Hawaiian Airlines
    Economy
    from $490
  • Alaska Airlines
    24h 40m
    0
    11:43 AM
    Oakland Airport
    Oakland Airport
    3:23 PM
    John F. Kennedy Airport
    John F. Kennedy Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $554

    Cheapest Flights Tuesday

  • Alaska Airlines
    8h 18m
    0
    8:10 AM
    Oakland Airport
    Oakland Airport
    7:28 PM
    John F. Kennedy Airport
    John F. Kennedy Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $183
  • Hawaiian Airlines
    8h 18m
    0
    8:10 AM
    Oakland Airport
    Oakland Airport
    7:28 PM
    John F. Kennedy Airport
    John F. Kennedy Airport
    0
    Hawaiian Airlines
    Economy
    from $184
  • Alaska Airlines
    8h 9m
    0
    11:43 AM
    Oakland Airport
    Oakland Airport
    10:52 PM
    John F. Kennedy Airport
    John F. Kennedy Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $441
  • Hawaiian Airlines
    8h 9m
    0
    11:43 AM
    Oakland Airport
    Oakland Airport
    10:52 PM
    John F. Kennedy Airport
    John F. Kennedy Airport
    0
    Hawaiian Airlines
    Economy
    from $458
  • Hawaiian Airlines
    31h 14m
    0
    8:10 AM
    Oakland Airport
    Oakland Airport
    6:24 PM
    Newark Airport
    Newark Airport
    0
    Hawaiian Airlines
    Economy
    from $473
  • Hawaiian Airlines
    27h 41m
    0
    11:43 AM
    Oakland Airport
    Oakland Airport
    6:24 PM
    Newark Airport
    Newark Airport
    0
    Hawaiian Airlines
    Economy
    from $478
  • Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • Greyhound US
    82h 25m
    0
    10:40 PM
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    12:05 PM
    New York
    31st & 8th Ave
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $358
  • Greyhound US
    83h 20m
    0
    10:40 PM
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    1:00 PM
    New York
    West 34th Street
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $358
  • Greyhound US
    82h 0m
    0
    10:40 PM
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    11:40 AM
    New York
    Chinatown
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $359
  • FlixBus
    76h 15m
    0
    8:20 AM
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    3:35 PM
    New York
    31st & 8th Ave
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $372
  • FlixBus
    77h 55m
    0
    8:20 AM
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    5:15 PM
    New York
    West 34th Street
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $372

    Cheapest Flights Thursday

  • Alaska Airlines
    5h 37m
    0
    9:16 AM
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    5:53 PM
    John F. Kennedy Airport
    John F. Kennedy Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $206
  • United Airlines
    5h 26m
    0
    7:00 AM
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    3:26 PM
    Newark Airport
    Newark Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $209
  • United Airlines
    5h 26m
    0
    8:30 AM
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    4:56 PM
    Newark Airport
    Newark Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $209
  • Hawaiian Airlines
    5h 37m
    0
    9:16 AM
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    5:53 PM
    John F. Kennedy Airport
    John F. Kennedy Airport
    0
    Hawaiian Airlines
    Economy
    from $213
  • Hawaiian Airlines
    5h 40m
    0
    10:20 PM
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    7:00 AM
    John F. Kennedy Airport
    John F. Kennedy Airport
    0
    Hawaiian Airlines
    Economy
    from $213
  • Alaska Airlines
    9h 28m
    0
    7:00 AM
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    7:28 PM
    John F. Kennedy Airport
    John F. Kennedy Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $216

What are the fastest trips from San Francisco to New York?

You can get to New York from San Francisco in just 5h 26m 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.

Saturday
from 8h 18m
Sunday
from 71h 50m
Monday
from 16h 15m
Tuesday
from 8h 9m
Wednesday
Thursday
from 5h 26m
Friday

    Fastest Flights Saturday

  • Alaska Airlines
    8h 18m
    0
    8:10 AM
    Oakland Airport
    Oakland Airport
    7:28 PM
    John F. Kennedy Airport
    John F. Kennedy Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $641
  • Alaska Airlines
    25h 15m
    0
    11:08 AM
    Oakland Airport
    Oakland Airport
    3:23 PM
    John F. Kennedy Airport
    John F. Kennedy Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $538
  • Hawaiian Airlines
    25h 15m
    0
    11:08 AM
    Oakland Airport
    Oakland Airport
    3:23 PM
    John F. Kennedy Airport
    John F. Kennedy Airport
    0
    Hawaiian Airlines
    Economy
    from $557
  • Alaska Airlines
    25h 48m
    0
    10:30 AM
    Oakland Airport
    Oakland Airport
    3:18 PM
    John F. Kennedy Airport
    John F. Kennedy Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $518
  • Hawaiian Airlines
    25h 48m
    0
    10:30 AM
    Oakland Airport
    Oakland Airport
    3:18 PM
    John F. Kennedy Airport
    John F. Kennedy Airport
    0
    Hawaiian Airlines
    Economy
    from $536
  • Alaska Airlines
    26h 47m
    0
    11:08 AM
    Oakland Airport
    Oakland Airport
    4:55 PM
    Newark Airport
    Newark Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $443
  • Fastest Buses Saturday

  • Greyhound US
    71h 50m
    0
    1:30 PM
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    4:20 PM
    New York
    Port Authority Bus Terminal
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $271
  • Greyhound US
    71h 55m
    0
    1:30 PM
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    4:25 PM
    New York
    31st & 8th Ave
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $272
  • Greyhound US
    72h 20m
    0
    1:30 PM
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    4:50 PM
    New York
    G. Washington Bridge Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $270
  • Greyhound US
    72h 30m
    0
    1:30 PM
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    5:00 PM
    New York
    Chinatown
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $272
  • Greyhound US
    72h 45m
    0
    1:30 PM
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    5:15 PM
    New York
    West 34th Street
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $271

    Fastest Buses Sunday

  • Greyhound US
    71h 50m
    0
    1:30 PM
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    4:20 PM
    New York
    Port Authority Bus Terminal
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $241
  • Greyhound US
    72h 20m
    0
    1:30 PM
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    4:50 PM
    New York
    G. Washington Bridge Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $242
  • Greyhound US
    72h 45m
    0
    1:30 PM
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    5:15 PM
    New York
    West 34th Street
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $243
  • Greyhound US
    80h 50m
    0
    10:40 PM
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    10:30 AM
    New York
    Port Authority Bus Terminal
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $257
  • Greyhound US
    89h 0m
    0
    6:30 AM
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    2:30 AM
    New York
    31st & 8th Ave
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $245

    Fastest Flights Monday

  • Alaska Airlines
    16h 15m
    0
    8:03 PM
    Oakland Airport
    Oakland Airport
    3:18 PM
    John F. Kennedy Airport
    John F. Kennedy Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $563
  • Hawaiian Airlines
    16h 15m
    0
    8:03 PM
    Oakland Airport
    Oakland Airport
    3:18 PM
    John F. Kennedy Airport
    John F. Kennedy Airport
    0
    Hawaiian Airlines
    Economy
    from $570
  • Alaska Airlines
    22h 7m
    0
    5:17 PM
    Oakland Airport
    Oakland Airport
    6:24 PM
    Newark Airport
    Newark Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $570
  • Hawaiian Airlines
    22h 7m
    0
    5:17 PM
    Oakland Airport
    Oakland Airport
    6:24 PM
    Newark Airport
    Newark Airport
    0
    Hawaiian Airlines
    Economy
    from $570
  • Alaska Airlines
    24h 40m
    0
    11:43 AM
    Oakland Airport
    Oakland Airport
    3:23 PM
    John F. Kennedy Airport
    John F. Kennedy Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $554
  • Alaska Airlines
    25h 48m
    0
    10:30 AM
    Oakland Airport
    Oakland Airport
    3:18 PM
    John F. Kennedy Airport
    John F. Kennedy Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $473

    Fastest Flights Tuesday

  • Alaska Airlines
    8h 9m
    0
    11:43 AM
    Oakland Airport
    Oakland Airport
    10:52 PM
    John F. Kennedy Airport
    John F. Kennedy Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $441
  • Hawaiian Airlines
    8h 9m
    0
    11:43 AM
    Oakland Airport
    Oakland Airport
    10:52 PM
    John F. Kennedy Airport
    John F. Kennedy Airport
    0
    Hawaiian Airlines
    Economy
    from $458
  • Alaska Airlines
    8h 18m
    0
    8:10 AM
    Oakland Airport
    Oakland Airport
    7:28 PM
    John F. Kennedy Airport
    John F. Kennedy Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $183
  • Hawaiian Airlines
    8h 18m
    0
    8:10 AM
    Oakland Airport
    Oakland Airport
    7:28 PM
    John F. Kennedy Airport
    John F. Kennedy Airport
    0
    Hawaiian Airlines
    Economy
    from $184
  • Alaska Airlines
    25h 48m
    0
    10:30 AM
    Oakland Airport
    Oakland Airport
    3:18 PM
    John F. Kennedy Airport
    John F. Kennedy Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $479
  • Hawaiian Airlines
    27h 41m
    0
    11:43 AM
    Oakland Airport
    Oakland Airport
    6:24 PM
    Newark Airport
    Newark Airport
    0
    Hawaiian Airlines
    Economy
    from $478
  • Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    76h 15m
    0
    8:20 AM
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    3:35 PM
    New York
    31st & 8th Ave
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $372
  • FlixBus
    77h 55m
    0
    8:20 AM
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    5:15 PM
    New York
    West 34th Street
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $372
  • Greyhound US
    82h 0m
    0
    10:40 PM
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    11:40 AM
    New York
    Chinatown
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $359
  • Greyhound US
    82h 25m
    0
    10:40 PM
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    12:05 PM
    New York
    31st & 8th Ave
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $358
  • Greyhound US
    83h 20m
    0
    10:40 PM
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    1:00 PM
    New York
    West 34th Street
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $358

    Fastest Flights Thursday

  • United Airlines
    5h 26m
    0
    7:00 AM
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    3:26 PM
    Newark Airport
    Newark Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $209
  • United Airlines
    5h 26m
    0
    8:30 AM
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    4:56 PM
    Newark Airport
    Newark Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $209
  • Alaska Airlines
    5h 29m
    0
    7:00 AM
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    3:29 PM
    Newark Airport
    Newark Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $237
  • Alaska Airlines
    5h 37m
    0
    9:16 AM
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    5:53 PM
    John F. Kennedy Airport
    John F. Kennedy Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $206
  • Hawaiian Airlines
    5h 37m
    0
    9:16 AM
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    5:53 PM
    John F. Kennedy Airport
    John F. Kennedy Airport
    0
    Hawaiian Airlines
    Economy
    from $213
  • Hawaiian Airlines
    5h 40m
    0
    10:20 PM
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    7:00 AM
    John F. Kennedy Airport
    John F. Kennedy Airport
    0
    Hawaiian Airlines
    Economy
    from $213
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from San Francisco to New York

What are the most popular stations in San Francisco and New York?

In San Francisco, you will usually depart from One Ferry Building, Beach St & Hyde St or SoMa, while in New York you will be arriving at 31st & 8th Ave, Port Authority Bus Terminal or East Broadway, 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 New York from San Francisco? With 11 connections between 2 Flight and Bus 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 San Francisco and New York, you can pay as low as $183 with a Flight from Alaska 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 New York in just 5h 26m.

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 San Francisco and New York are Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines 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 San Francisco and New York 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 Daly City, CA or to Jersey City, and look at flights from San Francisco, CA - Airport, and landing at John F. Kennedy 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 San Francisco to New York?

The most popular companies between San Francisco and New York, are Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and Greyhound US. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: Greyhound US and FlixBus

Airlines: Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, United Airlines and 1 more.

All you need to know when you travel from San Francisco to New York

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

FAQs about the trip from San Francisco to New York

How can I reach New York from San Francisco?

Every day, there are on average 11 connections between Flight and Bus, with which you can get to New York from San Francisco.

How far is New York from San Francisco?

The distance between San Francisco and New York is 2,565.1 miles.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between San Francisco and New York?

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 San Francisco to New York?

You can get to New York with just $183 by taking a Flight from Alaska Airlines.

What is the fastest way to get from San Francisco to New York?

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 New York in just 5h 26m with a Flight from United Airlines.

More routes to San Francisco and to New York

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

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