Bus Tickets from San Francisco (CA), US to Santa Monica

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Bus San Francisco to Santa Monica: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$70
Average Bus Trip Duration10h 35m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure6:55am
Distance548 km
Latest bus departure11:00am

San Francisco to Santa Monica Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip San Francisco (CA), US - Santa Monica

  1. How long is the bus ride from San Francisco to Santa Monica?

    The bus ride from San Francisco to Santa Monica takes 10h 35m, on average. For the shortest travel time, select the fastest bus available, which will take you to Santa Monica in about 10h 35m.

  2. How far is San Francisco from Santa Monica?

    San Francisco and Santa Monica are 548 km (340 miles) apart.

  3. What is the cheapest way to get from San Francisco to Santa Monica?

    Taking the bus is the most budget-friendly option to travel from San Francisco to Santa Monica. The ticket price for this bus starts at US$66, making this your best choice for this trip.

  4. How much does it cost to take the bus from San Francisco to Santa Monica?

    The bus from San Francisco to Santa Monica will cost you US$70, on average.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from San Francisco to Santa Monica.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from San Francisco to Santa Monica, get comfy and count the stars.

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 Francisco to Santa Monica 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 Francisco to Santa Monica while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

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

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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.

Will you be returning to San Francisco by bus?

Bus from San Francisco to Santa Monica

You can also go to Santa Monica by train

Train from San Francisco to Santa Monica

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