Bus from Bakersfield to San Francisco, US: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Bakersfield to San Francisco on 2 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakBus
Amtrak Station
Mission St & Fremont StCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
16th St (Bakersfield)
San Francisco Bus StationFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
16th St (Bakersfield)
409 Townsend St, SFNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
16th St (Bakersfield)
San Francisco Bus StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
16th St (Bakersfield)
409 Townsend St, SFNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 23:09 PST.

Get from Bakersfield to San Francisco

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 13 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just £31, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day
13h 5mAverage duration
251 milesDistance
10kgCO₂ emissions

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

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

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

    The cheapest coach tickets from Bakersfield to San Francisco start from £31. The average price for this route is around £64. 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 journey from Bakersfield to San Francisco?

    The average bus journey time from Bakersfield to San Francisco is 13h 5m, covering a distance of 251 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 5h 35m and is operated by FlixBus.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, Amtrak.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bakersfield to San Francisco?

    The earliest bus departs from Bakersfield to San Francisco at 01:05. And the latest bus departs at 17:15.

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

    A bus journey from Bakersfield to San Francisco produces an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. Which is the best bus company from Bakersfield 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.

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

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Bakersfield 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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bakersfield 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.

Best price found
29/11
£57
30/11
£95
Today
£104
02/12
£39
03/12
£39
04/12
£39
05/12
No data
06/12
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Bakersfield to San Francisco, US was searched and found on 2 Dec 2025 with a price of £39

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

You can expect to pay from £39 to £183 for a bus ticket from Bakersfield to San Francisco, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £39, which is on 2025-12-02.

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.

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