Find coaches from Glendale, CA to San Francisco, US

Compare 2 ways to travel from Glendale to San Francisco

Bus
Average priceUS$37 - US$145Average duration11h 15m
14kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$54 - US$61Average duration10h 19m
50kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Glendale to San Francisco

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach San Francisco. The journey takes about 10 hours 19 minutes and with fares starting at just US$54, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day
10h 19mAverage duration
US$54Cheapest ticket
50kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Glendale, CA to San Francisco, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$64
Average bus trip duration11h 15m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure19:25
Distance342 miles

Glendale to San Francisco Bus

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

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

    The journey from Glendale to San Francisco by coach covers an approximate distance of 342 miles (552 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Glendale to San Francisco without flying?

    To travel from Glendale to San Francisco without flying, you can take the coaches. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

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

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US$41
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US$46
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Glendale, CA to San Francisco, US was searched and found on 30 Aug 2025 with a price of US$41

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

You can expect to pay from US$41 to US$73 for a bus ticket from Glendale, CA to San Francisco, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$46, which is on 2025-09-02.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Glendale to San Francisco.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 Glendale to San Francisco, 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 Glendale 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 Glendale to San Francisco.

Did you know?

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.

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!

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.

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