Find coaches from San Antonio, US to San Francisco, US

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Next departures from San Antonio to San Francisco on 2 September
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
San Antonio Bus Station
409 Townsend St, SFCheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
San Antonio Bus Station
409 Townsend St, SFNo tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
San Antonio Bus Station
409 Townsend St, SFNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
San Antonio Bus Station
San Francisco Bus StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
San Antonio Bus Station
409 Townsend St, SFNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from San Antonio to San Francisco

Bus
Average priceUS$125 - US$616Average duration1d 20h
60kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$255 - US$2,771Average duration3d 12h
218kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from San Antonio to San Francisco

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Francisco. The journey takes about 1 day, 20 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just US$125, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day
1d 20hAverage duration
US$125Cheapest ticket
60kgCO₂ emissions

Bus San Antonio, US to San Francisco, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$189
Average bus trip duration1d 20h
Number of daily buses5
Earliest bus departure06:10
Distance1484 miles
Latest bus departure18:20

San Antonio to San Francisco Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from San Antonio to San Francisco. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

Bus service from San Antonio to San Francisco will be provided by the most trusted bus companies.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from San Antonio to San Francisco, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip San Antonio, US - San Francisco, US

  1. How far is San Francisco from San Antonio by coach?

    The journey from San Antonio to San Francisco by coach covers an approximate distance of 1486 miles (2397 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach San Francisco from San Antonio without flying?

    You can choose the coach to travel this route. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
29/08
US$208
30/08
US$137
Today
US$395
01/09
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02/09
US$182
03/09
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04/09
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05/09
US$129
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Antonio, US to San Francisco, US was searched and found on 5 Sept 2025 with a price of US$129

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from San Antonio, US to San Francisco, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$129 to US$395 for a bus ticket from San Antonio, US to San Francisco, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$129, which is on 2025-09-05.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between San Antonio and San Francisco!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from San Antonio to San Francisco, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from San Antonio to San Francisco that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from San Antonio to San Francisco while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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