According to 42 reviews, Greyhound received a 3.3-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the timeliness and the seats, but some complained about the value for money. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at $40
Greyhound San Francisco Reno recent customer reviews
The bus had a technical difficulty in Sacramento and we were stuck for 3h. The driver did not keep us on the loop and was rude when we addressed him. Half the passengers had to take an Uber to finish their trip
1 out of 5 stars
Duarte C.
There has been a serious standard drop in there services! I have never seen a bus so dirty!
2 out of 5 stars
Benjamin D.
Lots of stops Long lasting Should shorten time by leaving quicker Time on Flix bus better reduced but greydog still reliable
Based on 5620 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $106
Based on 11494 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at $77
Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Francisco, US to Reno by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from San Francisco to Reno?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Francisco to Reno start from $40. The average price for this route is around $57. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from San Francisco to Reno?
The average bus travel time from San Francisco to Reno is 6h 10m, covering a distance of 300 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 50m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the San Francisco to Reno route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from San Francisco to Reno?
The earliest bus departs from San Francisco to Reno at 6:30am. And the latest bus departs at 1:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Francisco to Reno?
A bus trip from San Francisco to Reno generates an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from San Francisco to Reno?
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 5597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Francisco to Reno?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from San Francisco to Reno?
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 San Francisco to Reno?
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.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
11-29
$112
11-30
$120
Today
$120
12-02
$59
12-03
$52
12-04
$48
12-05
$49
12-06
$49
The cheapest trip from San Francisco, US to Reno was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $48
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 Reno, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $48 to $388 for a bus ticket from San Francisco, US to Reno based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $48 which is on 2025-12-04.
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.
The cheapest trip from San Francisco, US to Reno was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $48
