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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 10065 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee | Mission St & Fremont St | CheapestFastest | |||||
| 10065 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee | Mission St & Fremont St | No tags | |||||
 | 10065 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee | San Francisco Bus Station | No tags |
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Get from Truckee to San Francisco
The journey takes about 5 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $47, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Truckee 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.
How much is the bus ticket from Truckee to San Francisco?
The cheapest bus tickets from Truckee to San Francisco start from $47. The average price for this route is around $58. 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 Truckee to San Francisco?
The average bus travel time from Truckee to San Francisco is 5h 50m, covering a distance of 258 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 20m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Truckee to San Francisco route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Truckee to San Francisco?
The earliest bus departs from Truckee to San Francisco at 12:15pm. And the latest bus departs at 12:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Truckee to San Francisco?
A bus trip from Truckee to San Francisco generates an estimated 6 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 Truckee 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 5597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Truckee to San Francisco?
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 Truckee to San Francisco?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Amtrak, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Truckee 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.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Truckee to San Francisco, US was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $67To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Truckee to San Francisco, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $67 to $196 for a bus ticket from Truckee to San Francisco, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $83 which is on 2025-11-30.
Usually Greyhound 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.
