Bus from Lincoln, NE, US to San Francisco, US: Tickets & Schedules

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Lincoln to San Francisco on December 1
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
GreyhoundBus
Lincoln
San Francisco Bus StationNo tags
Greyhound + FlixBus
Bus
Lincoln
409 Townsend St, SFNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
Lincoln
409 Townsend St, SFNo tags
GreyhoundBus
Lincoln
San Francisco Bus StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
Lincoln
409 Townsend St, SFNo tags

Get from Lincoln to San Francisco

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 20 hours, and with fares starting at just $329, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
1d 20hAverage Duration
2233 kmDistance
56kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Lincoln, NE, US to San Francisco, US by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Lincoln to San Francisco?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Lincoln to San Francisco start from $329. The average price for this route is around $357. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Lincoln to San Francisco?

    The average bus travel time from Lincoln to San Francisco is 1d 20h, covering a distance of 2233 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 14h and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Lincoln to San Francisco route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Lincoln to San Francisco?

    The earliest bus departs from Lincoln to San Francisco at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 12:05am.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Lincoln to San Francisco?

    A bus trip from Lincoln to San Francisco generates an estimated 56 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Lincoln, NE, US to San Francisco, US was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $338

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

You can expect to pay from $338 to $338 for a bus ticket from Lincoln, NE, US to San Francisco, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $338 which is on 2025-12-01.

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