Find coaches from Boston, MA, US to San Francisco, US

Compare 2 ways to travel from Boston to San Francisco

Bus
Average priceUS$147 - US$915Average duration3d 13h
108kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$233 - US$2,811Average duration3d 7h
394kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Boston to San Francisco

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach San Francisco. The journey takes about 3 days, 7 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just US$233, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day
3d 7hAverage duration
US$233Cheapest ticket
394kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Boston, MA, US to San Francisco, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$582
Average bus trip duration3d 13h
Number of daily buses10
Earliest bus departure01:30
Distance2681 miles
Latest bus departure22:00

Boston to San Francisco Bus

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

We make sure you can find a bus service from Boston to San Francisco from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

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

Frequently asked questions on the trip Boston, MA, US - San Francisco, US

  1. What's the distance between Boston and San Francisco by coach?

    The journey from Boston to San Francisco by coach covers an approximate distance of 2690 miles (4339 km).

  2. How can I travel from Boston to San Francisco avoiding air travel?

    To travel from Boston to San Francisco without flying, you can take the coaches. 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.

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

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to San Francisco, US was searched and found on 1 Sept 2025 with a price of US$149

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

You can expect to pay from US$149 to US$437 for a bus ticket from Boston, MA, US to San Francisco, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$149, which is on 2025-09-01.

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 Boston and San Francisco!

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

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 Boston to San Francisco.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Boston to San Francisco, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

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.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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

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