Bus from Detroit, MI to San Francisco, US: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Detroit to San Francisco on 22 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Detroit Bus Station
San Francisco Bus StationCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Detroit Bus Station
San Francisco Bus StationFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Detroit Bus Station
409 Townsend St, SFNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 1:23 AM EST.

Get from Detroit to San Francisco

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 2 days, 16 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 3 822, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
2d 16hAverage duration
3357 kmDistance
84kgCO₂ emissions

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

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

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

    The cheapest bus tickets from Detroit to San Francisco start at R 3 822. The average price for this route is around R 6 990. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Detroit to San Francisco?

    The average bus journey time from Detroit to San Francisco is 2d 16h, covering a distance of 3357 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2d 14h and is operated by Greyhound.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Detroit to San Francisco at 07:15. And the latest bus departs at 23:25.

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

    A bus trip from Detroit to San Francisco produces an estimated 84 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
19/01
R 7 204
20/01
R 4 194
Today
R 5 262
22/01
R 3 952
23/01
R 3 719
24/01
No data
25/01
R 4 244
26/01
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Detroit, MI to San Francisco, US was searched and found on 23 Jan 2026 with a price of R 3 719

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

You can expect to pay from R 3 719 to R 7 855 for a bus ticket from Detroit, MI to San Francisco, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 3 719, which is on 2026-01-23.

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