Find coaches from San Francisco, US to Madera

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Next departures from San Francisco to Madera on 23 September
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Mission St & Fremont St
Madera, CACheapest
Amtrak
Mission St & Fremont St
Madera, CAFastest
Amtrak
Mission St & Fremont St
Madera, CANo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
409 Townsend St, SF
Madera Bus StopNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
San Francisco Bus Station
Madera Bus StopNo tags

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Bus San Francisco, US to Madera: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$40
Average bus trip duration9h 35m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure06:50
Distance140 miles
Latest bus departure16:00

San Francisco to Madera Bus

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

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

    The journey from San Francisco to Madera by coach covers an approximate distance of 142 miles (228 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from San Francisco to Madera without a car?

    The best way to go from San Francisco to Madera without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

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

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20/09
US$38
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US$38
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23/09
US$34
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Francisco, US to Madera was searched and found on 23 Sept 2025 with a price of US$34

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 Madera as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$34 to US$48 for a bus ticket from San Francisco, US to Madera based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$34, which is on 2025-09-23.

Usually Amtrak will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from San Francisco to Madera, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

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 Madera 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 Madera while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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

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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