Find coaches from San Francisco, US to Fresno, US

Today2 Aug
Tomorrow3 Aug
Mon4 Aug
Tue5 Aug
Wed6 Aug
Thu7 Aug
from US$36
Fri8 Aug
Sat9 Aug

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 7 August at
    Departure city: San Francisco
    Departure location: San Francisco Bus Station
    Arrival time: 7 August at
    Destination city: Fresno
    Destination location: Amtrak Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 7 August at
    Departure city: San Francisco
    Departure location: 409 Townsend St, SF
    Arrival time: 7 August at
    Destination city: Fresno
    Destination location: Amtrak Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 7 August at
    Departure city: San Francisco
    Departure location: San Francisco Bus Station
    Arrival time: 7 August at
    Destination city: Fresno
    Destination location: Amtrak Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus San Francisco, US to Fresno, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$44
Average bus trip duration7h 50m
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure06:30
Distance161 miles
Latest bus departure16:00

San Francisco to Fresno Bus

Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from San Francisco to Fresno.

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

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

Frequently asked questions on the trip San Francisco, US - Fresno, US

  1. How far is Fresno from San Francisco by coach?

    The distance between San Francisco and Fresno by coach is approximately 162 miles (261 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Fresno from San Francisco without a car?

    The best way to go from San Francisco to Fresno without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
31/07
US$33
01/08
US$37
Today
US$34
03/08
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04/08
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05/08
US$28
06/08
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07/08
US$29
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Francisco, US to Fresno, US was searched and found on 5 Aug 2025 with a price of US$28

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

You can expect to pay from US$28 to US$89 for a bus ticket from San Francisco, US to Fresno, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$28, which is on 2025-08-05.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from San Francisco to Fresno, 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 San Francisco to Fresno.

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Did you know?

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

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!

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