Find coaches from San Francisco, US to Austin, TX, US

Next departures

Next departures from San Francisco to Austin on 3 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico
    		San Francisco Bus Station
    		Austin Eastside Bus PlazaCheapest
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico
      		San Francisco Bus Station
      		Austin Eastside Bus PlazaFastest
      Amtrak
        		Mission St & Fremont St
        		Austin, TXNo tags
        Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit
          		San Francisco Bus Station
          		Austin Eastside Bus PlazaNo tags
          Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
            		San Francisco Bus Station
            		Downtown AustinNo tags

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            Get from San Francisco to Austin

            This route is served by bus only

            The journey takes about 2 days, 6 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$153, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

            10bus per day
            2d 6hAverage duration
            2417 kmDistance
            60kgCO₂ emissions

            Bus San Francisco, US to Austin, TX, US: Trip Overview

            Average ticket priceUS$260
            Average bus trip duration2d 6h
            Number of daily buses10
            Earliest bus departure06:30
            Distance2416 km
            Latest bus departure23:25

            San Francisco to Austin Bus

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            Frequently asked questions on the trip San Francisco, US - Austin, TX, US

            1. How much does a bus ticket from San Francisco to Austin cost?

              The bus ticket price from San Francisco to Austin starts at US$153. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from San Francisco to Austin is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

            2. How long is the bus ride from San Francisco to Austin?

              The average travel time between San Francisco and Austin is around 2d 6h, although the fastest bus will take about 1d 16h. This is the time it takes to travel the 2417 km that separates the two cities.

            3. How many daily bus connections are there between San Francisco and Austin?

              The number of buses from San Francisco to Austin can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 10 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from San Francisco to Austin by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

            4. Which bus companies travel from San Francisco to Austin?

              When taking the bus from San Francisco to Austin, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak, FlixBus, Greyhound.

            5. What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from San Francisco to Austin?

              Buses travelling between San Francisco and Austin leave from Hyde/Beach (Fisherman's Wharf) or Powell Station and arrive at Greyhound Station, Airport Blvd, Brazos St.

            Find cheapest prices for buses

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

            Best price found
            31/10
            US$269
            01/11
            US$547
            Today
            US$485
            03/11
            US$436
            04/11
            US$468
            05/11
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            06/11
            No data
            07/11
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            busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Francisco, US to Austin, TX, US was searched and found on 31 Oct 2025 with a price of US$269

            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 Austin, TX, US as early as possible.

            You can expect to pay from US$269 to US$1 455 for a bus ticket from San Francisco, US to Austin, TX, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$436, which is on 2025-11-03.

            About Bus Travel

            Bus Travel Tips

            Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from San Francisco to Austin.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

            Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from San Francisco to Austin, get comfy and count the stars.

            Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from San Francisco to Austin will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

            Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from San Francisco to Austin while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

            Did you know?

            One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

            It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

            Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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