Bus from Miami, FL to San Francisco, US: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Miami to San Francisco on 8 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Golden Glades Interchange
San Francisco Bus StationCheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Miami (MIA) Airport - Miami Intermodal Center
San Francisco Bus StationFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Miami (MIA) Airport - Miami Intermodal Center
409 Townsend St, SFNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Miami (MIA) Airport - Miami Intermodal Center
San Francisco Bus StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Miami (MIA) Airport - Miami Intermodal Center
409 Townsend St, SFNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 11:37 PM EST.

Get from Miami to San Francisco

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 3 days, 11 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 3 055, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day
3d 11hAverage duration
4172 kmDistance
104kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Miami, FL 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 Miami to San Francisco?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Miami to San Francisco start at R 3 055. The average price for this route is around R 8 098. 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 Miami to San Francisco?

    The average bus journey time from Miami to San Francisco is 3d 11h, covering a distance of 4172 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3d and is operated by FlixBus.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Miami to San Francisco at 06:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:25.

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

    A bus trip from Miami to San Francisco produces an estimated 104 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

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

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87463 reviews.

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

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

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Miami 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 Miami to San Francisco?

    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
06/01
R 9 327
07/01
R 8 568
Today
R 7 269
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Miami, FL to San Francisco, US was searched and found on 08 Jan 2026 with a price of R 7 269

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