How to get from San Francisco to Portland, OR

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What is the best way to travel from San Francisco to Portland, OR?

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Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
15h 10m
$88
$139
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What is the cheapest way to reach Portland, OR from San Francisco?

You can get to Portland, OR with just $88 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.

Friday
from $130
Saturday
from $107
Sunday
from $113
Monday
from $98
Tuesday
from $88
Wednesday
from $100
Thursday

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • Greyhound US
    15h 10m
    0
    6:30 AM
    San Francisco
    Salesforce Transit Center
    9:40 PM
    Portland, OR
    Union Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $130
  • Greyhound US
    17h 5m
    0
    4:00 PM
    San Francisco
    Salesforce Transit Center
    9:05 AM
    Portland, OR
    Union Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $154
  • FlixBus
    17h 50m
    0
    3:15 PM
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    9:05 AM
    Portland, OR
    Union Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $154
  • Greyhound US
    17h 5m
    0
    4:00 PM
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    9:05 AM
    Portland, OR
    Union Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $249

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • Greyhound US
    15h 10m
    0
    6:30 AM
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    9:40 PM
    Portland, OR
    Union Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $107
  • Greyhound US
    15h 10m
    0
    6:30 AM
    San Francisco
    Salesforce Transit Center
    9:40 PM
    Portland, OR
    Union Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $111
  • Greyhound US
    17h 5m
    0
    4:00 PM
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    9:05 AM
    Portland, OR
    Union Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $136
  • FlixBus
    17h 50m
    0
    3:15 PM
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    9:05 AM
    Portland, OR
    Union Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $137

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • Greyhound US
    15h 10m
    0
    6:30 AM
    San Francisco
    Salesforce Transit Center
    9:40 PM
    Portland, OR
    Union Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $113
  • Greyhound US
    17h 5m
    0
    4:00 PM
    San Francisco
    Salesforce Transit Center
    9:05 AM
    Portland, OR
    Union Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $142
  • FlixBus
    17h 50m
    0
    3:15 PM
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    9:05 AM
    Portland, OR
    Union Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $143
  • Greyhound US
    17h 5m
    0
    4:00 PM
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    9:05 AM
    Portland, OR
    Union Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $170

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • Greyhound US
    15h 10m
    0
    6:30 AM
    San Francisco
    Salesforce Transit Center
    9:40 PM
    Portland, OR
    Union Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $98
  • Greyhound US
    17h 5m
    0
    4:00 PM
    San Francisco
    Salesforce Transit Center
    9:05 AM
    Portland, OR
    Union Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $127
  • Greyhound US
    15h 10m
    0
    6:30 AM
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    9:40 PM
    Portland, OR
    Union Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $171
  • Greyhound US
    17h 5m
    0
    4:00 PM
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    9:05 AM
    Portland, OR
    Union Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $182

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • Greyhound US
    15h 10m
    0
    6:30 AM
    San Francisco
    Salesforce Transit Center
    9:40 PM
    Portland, OR
    Union Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $88
  • Greyhound US
    17h 5m
    0
    4:00 PM
    San Francisco
    Salesforce Transit Center
    9:05 AM
    Portland, OR
    Union Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $123
  • Greyhound US
    15h 10m
    0
    6:30 AM
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    9:40 PM
    Portland, OR
    Union Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $148
  • Greyhound US
    17h 5m
    0
    4:00 PM
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    9:05 AM
    Portland, OR
    Union Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $152

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • Greyhound US
    15h 10m
    0
    6:30 AM
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    9:40 PM
    Portland, OR
    Union Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $100
  • Greyhound US
    17h 5m
    0
    4:00 PM
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    9:05 AM
    Portland, OR
    Union Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $130

What are the fastest trips from San Francisco to Portland, OR?

You can get to Portland, OR from San Francisco in just 15h 10m 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.

Friday
from 15h 10m
Saturday
from 15h 10m
Sunday
from 15h 10m
Monday
from 15h 10m
Tuesday
from 15h 10m
Wednesday
from 15h 10m
Thursday

    Fastest Buses Friday

  • Greyhound US
    15h 10m
    0
    6:30 AM
    San Francisco
    Salesforce Transit Center
    9:40 PM
    Portland, OR
    Union Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $130
  • Greyhound US
    17h 5m
    0
    4:00 PM
    San Francisco
    Salesforce Transit Center
    9:05 AM
    Portland, OR
    Union Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $154
  • Greyhound US
    17h 5m
    0
    4:00 PM
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    9:05 AM
    Portland, OR
    Union Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $249
  • FlixBus
    17h 50m
    0
    3:15 PM
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    9:05 AM
    Portland, OR
    Union Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $154

    Fastest Buses Saturday

  • Greyhound US
    15h 10m
    0
    6:30 AM
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    9:40 PM
    Portland, OR
    Union Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $107
  • Greyhound US
    15h 10m
    0
    6:30 AM
    San Francisco
    Salesforce Transit Center
    9:40 PM
    Portland, OR
    Union Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $111
  • Greyhound US
    17h 5m
    0
    4:00 PM
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    9:05 AM
    Portland, OR
    Union Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $136
  • FlixBus
    17h 50m
    0
    3:15 PM
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    9:05 AM
    Portland, OR
    Union Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $137

    Fastest Buses Sunday

  • Greyhound US
    15h 10m
    0
    6:30 AM
    San Francisco
    Salesforce Transit Center
    9:40 PM
    Portland, OR
    Union Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $113
  • Greyhound US
    17h 5m
    0
    4:00 PM
    San Francisco
    Salesforce Transit Center
    9:05 AM
    Portland, OR
    Union Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $142
  • Greyhound US
    17h 5m
    0
    4:00 PM
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    9:05 AM
    Portland, OR
    Union Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $170
  • FlixBus
    17h 50m
    0
    3:15 PM
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    9:05 AM
    Portland, OR
    Union Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $143

    Fastest Buses Monday

  • Greyhound US
    15h 10m
    0
    6:30 AM
    San Francisco
    Salesforce Transit Center
    9:40 PM
    Portland, OR
    Union Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $98
  • Greyhound US
    15h 10m
    0
    6:30 AM
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    9:40 PM
    Portland, OR
    Union Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $171
  • Greyhound US
    17h 5m
    0
    4:00 PM
    San Francisco
    Salesforce Transit Center
    9:05 AM
    Portland, OR
    Union Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $127
  • Greyhound US
    17h 5m
    0
    4:00 PM
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    9:05 AM
    Portland, OR
    Union Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $182

    Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • Greyhound US
    15h 10m
    0
    6:30 AM
    San Francisco
    Salesforce Transit Center
    9:40 PM
    Portland, OR
    Union Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $88
  • Greyhound US
    15h 10m
    0
    6:30 AM
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    9:40 PM
    Portland, OR
    Union Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $148
  • Greyhound US
    17h 5m
    0
    4:00 PM
    San Francisco
    Salesforce Transit Center
    9:05 AM
    Portland, OR
    Union Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $123
  • Greyhound US
    17h 5m
    0
    4:00 PM
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    9:05 AM
    Portland, OR
    Union Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $152

    Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • Greyhound US
    15h 10m
    0
    6:30 AM
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    9:40 PM
    Portland, OR
    Union Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $100
  • Greyhound US
    17h 5m
    0
    4:00 PM
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    9:05 AM
    Portland, OR
    Union Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $130
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from San Francisco to Portland, OR

What are the most popular stations in San Francisco and Portland, OR?

In San Francisco, you will usually depart from One Ferry Building, SoMa or Beach St & Hyde St, while in Portland, OR you will be arriving at SE 102nd & Washington Bus Stop, NW Station Way or Union Bus Station, 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 Portland, OR from San Francisco? 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 San Francisco and Portland, OR, you can pay as low as $88 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 Portland, OR in just 15h 10m.

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 Portland, OR are Greyhound US and FlixBus, 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 Portland, OR 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 West Haven-Sylvan, OR, and look at flights from San Francisco, CA - Airport, and landing at Portland, OR 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 Portland, OR?

The most popular companies between San Francisco and Portland, OR, are Greyhound US and FlixBus. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: Greyhound US and FlixBus

All you need to know when you travel from San Francisco to Portland, OR

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from San Francisco to Portland, OR. 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 Portland, OR

How can I reach Portland, OR from San Francisco?

Every day, there are on average 4 connections between Bus and Flight, with which you can get to Portland, OR from San Francisco.

How far is Portland, OR from San Francisco?

The distance between San Francisco and Portland, OR is 535.7 miles.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between San Francisco and Portland, OR?

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 23 kgs of CO2, a train 30 kgs, a car 147 kgs, and a flight 212 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from San Francisco to Portland, OR?

You can get to Portland, OR with just $88 by taking a Bus from Greyhound US.

What is the fastest way to get from San Francisco to Portland, OR?

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 Portland, OR in just 15h 10m with a Bus from Greyhound US.

More routes to San Francisco and to Portland, OR

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

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