Bus Tickets from Atlanta, GA to San Francisco, US

Compare 2 ways to go from Atlanta to San Francisco

Bus
Average PriceUS$139 - US$609Average Duration2d 12h
86kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$471 - US$3,623Average Duration3d 21h
312kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Atlanta to San Francisco

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Francisco. The journey takes about 2 days, 12 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$139, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day
2d 12hAverage Duration
US$139Cheapest ticket
86kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Atlanta, GA to San Francisco, US: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$275
Average Bus Trip Duration2d 12h
Number of daily buses8
Earliest bus departure12:40am
Distance3434 km
Latest bus departure11:00pm

Atlanta to San Francisco Bus

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Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to San Francisco from Atlanta, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Atlanta, GA - San Francisco, US

  1. What is the distance between Atlanta and San Francisco?

    It's about 3441 km (2134 miles) from Atlanta to San Francisco.

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Atlanta to San Francisco?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Atlanta Airport, in Atlanta, and end it at Hyde/Beach (Fisherman's Wharf), in San Francisco.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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US$176
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US$134
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US$179
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Atlanta, GA to San Francisco, US was searched and found on Aug 2, 2025 with a price of US$134

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

You can expect to pay from US$134 to US$208 for a bus ticket from Atlanta, GA to San Francisco, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$179 which is on 2025-08-04.

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 Atlanta and San Francisco!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Atlanta to San Francisco.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Atlanta to San Francisco.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Atlanta 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!

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

What's the cheapest way to go from Atlanta, GA to San Francisco, US?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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