Passengers have shared positive experiences with this train service, highlighting the punctuality of the trains and the helpfulness of staff in guiding passengers. Additionally, both the train and bus were noted for their cleanliness. Travelers appreciated smooth rides on tracks that offered scenic views not available when driving.
Amtrak Los Angeles San Francisco recent customer reviews
1. The train was on time.
2. Staff were very helpful guiding the passengers.
3. The train was running so smoothly on the tracks.
We would love to use the train again for the scenic views we see that we can not experience while driving.
5 out of 5 stars
Norma R.
Sham Trip. Sold as Amtrak train LA to SF 11 hrs. After 3 hr train ride, in Santa Barbara Amtrak unloaded all passengers onto a bus for 8 more hours. The clean train with power plug in, spacious leg room was replaced with a cramped bus, no lights, no leg room, greyhound quality. No where in the description did they say they were replacing the train with a BUS
1 out of 5 stars
Shelly W.
Staff were helpful and train and bus were very clean
The service received positive feedback for being punctual and comfortable, with good drivers. However, there were issues with the internet connection and lack of seating at the Flixbus lot in Cesar Chavez. Overall, customers appreciated the trip experience despite these minor inconveniences.
FlixBus Los Angeles San Francisco recent customer reviews
The driver was crazy and I felt unsafe from start to finish with how fast she was driving. Absolutely none of the sockets worked to charge phones which I find appalling seeing as the price we paid. My group had 0% and was bagging on the phone chargers so we could carry on our travelling once arriving in San Francisco.
2 out of 5 stars
Selina D.
The WiFi did not work, there was no available spots to charge my phone. The ticket said it was going to stop by terminal 8 and we found out just a few minutes that it was parked at terminal 3. No one gave us notice of this change and we almost lost the bus. Plus the driver and the woman in charge were very RUDE. I would not recommend to anyone this service.
2 out of 5 stars
Victoria Denise B.
The bus driver did not park at the right terminal which was confusing and I had to find check and see if it was the right bus. The entire ordeal was at midnight with no other buses in sight We may have left behind a bunch of patrons due to this possible mistake which I tried telling the driver
According to the reviews, customers appreciate the professional and smooth driving of the driver. The service is described as spacious, simple, and reliable. However, there were complaints about a late departure of nearly 40 minutes with uncomfortable seating conditions and cleanliness issues in the bus toilet.
Greyhound Los Angeles San Francisco recent customer reviews
Bus was delayed by an hour with no prior intimation and we had to stand out in cold. Also, the charging points in the bus doesn’t work.
2 out of 5 stars
Shreeya R.
Unfortunately bus left nearly 40 minutes late.
Lucky it wasn’t fully booked as my seat cushion was all ripped open with the stuffing missing and seat base was broken and I was able to change to a different seat which was still not very comfortable but at least not ripped and broken, although it too had metal brackets protruding above the seat cushions which stuck into your lower back!
Toilet was not very clean and smelt fairly ordinary to say the least and also had no sink to wash your hands once finished - only a hand sanitizer dispenser.
Good points - the driver was friendly and sorted out and stopped a constant beeping coming from the toilet (which apparently was an alarm for a broken fuse).
Also after leaving Los Angeles considerably late the bus ended in San Francisco on time.
3 out of 5 stars
Stephen L.
Awful organisation. We got an email on a change on our bus, but it wasn't specified what was the change. We spoke to four different people, got two different tickets and we had to deboard the bus at Glendale and find the other bus by ourselves. The staff was rude throughout. Will not travel with them again.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Los Angeles, US to San Francisco, US by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Los Angeles to San Francisco?
The cheapest bus tickets from Los Angeles to San Francisco start at R 660. The average price for this route is around R 1 013. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Los Angeles to San Francisco?
The average bus journey time from Los Angeles to San Francisco is 10h 55m, covering a distance of 542 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 7h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Los Angeles to San Francisco route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 17 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, FlixBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Los Angeles to San Francisco?
The earliest bus departs from Los Angeles to San Francisco at 00:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Los Angeles to San Francisco?
A bus trip from Los Angeles to San Francisco produces an estimated 14 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Los Angeles to San Francisco?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5627 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Los Angeles to San Francisco?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Los Angeles to San Francisco?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Los Angeles to San Francisco?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
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The cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to San Francisco, US was searched and found on 17 Dec 2025 with a price of R 916
