Bus from San Francisco, US to Phoenix, AZ: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for San Francisco to Phoenix on January 16
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
409 Townsend St, SF
Phoenix Bus StationCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
San Francisco Bus Station
Phoenix Bus StationFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
409 Townsend St, SF
Glendale Bus StopNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
San Francisco Bus Station
Phoenix Bus StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
San Francisco Bus Station
Phoenix Airport (PHX)/44th Street stationNo tags

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Get from San Francisco to Phoenix

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 19 minutes, and with fares starting at just $110, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day
1d Average Duration
1053 kmDistance
26kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Francisco, US to Phoenix, AZ 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 San Francisco to Phoenix?

    The cheapest bus tickets from San Francisco to Phoenix start from $110. The average price for this route is around $224. 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 San Francisco to Phoenix?

    The average bus travel time from San Francisco to Phoenix is 1d , covering a distance of 1053 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 17h 15m and is operated by Greyhound.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.

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

    The earliest bus departs from San Francisco to Phoenix at 6:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:25pm.

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

    A bus trip from San Francisco to Phoenix generates an estimated 26 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from San Francisco to Phoenix?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 12050 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Francisco to Phoenix?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from San Francisco to Phoenix?

    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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Francisco to Phoenix?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
01-13
$198
01-14
$240
Today
$324
01-16
$270
01-17
$211
01-18
$168
01-19
$161
01-20
$143
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Francisco, US to Phoenix, AZ was searched and found on Jan 20, 2026 with a price of $143

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 Phoenix, AZ, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $143 to $358 for a bus ticket from San Francisco, US to Phoenix, AZ based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $143 which is on 2026-01-20.

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