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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | San Francisco Bus Station | Cherry Hill Mall | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | San Francisco Bus Station | 199 Spring Garden St. | Fastest | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | 409 Townsend St, SF | 199 Spring Garden St. | No tags | ||||
| Bus | San Francisco Bus Station | 199 Spring Garden St. | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | 409 Townsend St, SF | Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 8:45 PM PST.
Get from San Francisco to Philadelphia
The journey takes about 3 days, 9 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 5 176, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in San Francisco and Philadelphia?
Stops in San Francisco
- A
Hyde/Beach (Fisherman's Wharf)
700 Beach Street, San Francisco, CA 94109, USA - B
Powell Station
25 Cyril Magnin St , San Francisco, CA 94102-2812 - C
Union Square Hilton
255 Mason St,, San Francisco, CA 94102-2114 - D
San Francisco Greyhound Station
200 Folsom St, San Francisco, CA 94105 - E
444 Townsend St.
444 Townsend St, San Francisco, CA 94107, USA
Stops in Philadelphia
- A
Philadelphia Airport
- BOff of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
- C
#2842 St.Vincent St
15th St Trolley Station, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA - D
Bus Station
1001 Filbert St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA - E
Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS
3000 Island Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19153, USA - F
NRG SEPTA Station
3701 Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19148, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Francisco, US to Philadelphia, PA by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from San Francisco to Philadelphia?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Francisco to Philadelphia start at R 5 176. The average price for this route is around R 9 437. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from San Francisco to Philadelphia?
The average bus journey time from San Francisco to Philadelphia is 3d 9h, covering a distance of 4017 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2d 20h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the San Francisco to Philadelphia route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Francisco to Philadelphia?
The earliest bus departs from San Francisco to Philadelphia at 06:30. And the latest bus departs at 22:40.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Francisco to Philadelphia?
A bus trip from San Francisco to Philadelphia produces an estimated 100 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from San Francisco to Philadelphia?
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.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Francisco to Philadelphia?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from San Francisco to Philadelphia?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Francisco to Philadelphia?
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.
The cheapest trip from San Francisco, US to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 10 Jan 2026 with a price of R 5 063To 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 Philadelphia, PA as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 5 063 to R 8 219 for a bus ticket from San Francisco, US to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 5 063, which is on 2026-01-10.
