Bus Tickets from Seattle to San Francisco, US

Next departures

Next departures for Seattle to San Francisco on September 19
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Greyhound Station
San Francisco Bus StationCheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Greyhound Station
409 Townsend St, SFNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Greyhound Station
San Francisco Bus StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)
San Francisco Bus StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
University of Washington
San Francisco Bus StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Seattle to San Francisco

Bus
Average PriceUS$82 - US$256Average Duration21h 5m
27kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$109 - US$573Average Duration23h 25m
99kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Seattle to San Francisco

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Francisco. The journey takes about 21 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$82, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day
21h 5mAverage Duration
US$82Cheapest ticket
27kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Seattle to San Francisco, US: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$109
Average Bus Trip Duration21h 5m
Number of daily buses7
Earliest bus departure2:45pm
Distance1074 km
Latest bus departure10:50pm

Seattle to San Francisco Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Seattle 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 Seattle - San Francisco, US

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

    It's about 1095 km (679 miles) from Seattle to San Francisco.

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

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Greyhound Station, in Seattle, 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.

Best price found
09-16
US$91
09-17
US$100
Today
US$104
09-19
US$111
09-20
US$104
09-21
US$98
09-22
US$104
09-23
US$95
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Seattle to San Francisco, US was searched and found on Sep 16, 2025 with a price of US$91

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

You can expect to pay from US$91 to US$111 for a bus ticket from Seattle to San Francisco, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$95 which is on 2025-09-23.

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 Seattle 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 Seattle to San Francisco.

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 Seattle to San Francisco that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Seattle to San Francisco.

Did you know?

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.

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

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

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

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Seattle by bus?

Bus from San Francisco, US to Seattle

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