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

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from San Francisco to Pittsburgh on 21 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
GreyhoundBus
San Francisco Bus Station
Pittsburgh Intermodal StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
409 Townsend St, SF
Pittsburgh Intermodal StationNo tags
GreyhoundBus
San Francisco Bus Station
Pittsburgh Intermodal StationNo tags
GreyhoundBus
San Francisco Bus Station
Pittsburgh Intermodal StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
409 Townsend St, SF
Pittsburgh Intermodal StationNo tags

Get from San Francisco to Pittsburgh

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 2 days, 16 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 3 213, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
2d 16hAverage duration
3635 kmDistance
91kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Francisco, US to Pittsburgh 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 San Francisco to Pittsburgh?

    The cheapest bus tickets from San Francisco to Pittsburgh start at R 3 213. The average price for this route is around R 5 920. 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 San Francisco to Pittsburgh?

    The average bus journey time from San Francisco to Pittsburgh is 2d 16h, covering a distance of 3635 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2d 11h and is operated by Greyhound.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.

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

    The earliest bus departs from San Francisco to Pittsburgh at 08:20. And the latest bus departs at 22:40.

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

    A bus trip from San Francisco to Pittsburgh produces an estimated 91 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 San Francisco to Pittsburgh?

    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 5733 reviews.

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

    Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 San Francisco to Pittsburgh?

    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 San Francisco to Pittsburgh?

    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
19/01
R 3 302
20/01
No data
Today
R 3 093
22/01
No data
23/01
R 3 637
24/01
R 3 302
25/01
No data
26/01
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Francisco, US to Pittsburgh was searched and found on 21 Jan 2026 with a price of R 3 093

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 Pittsburgh as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 3 093 to R 21 289 for a bus ticket from San Francisco, US to Pittsburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 3 302, which is on 2026-01-24.

Usually Amtrak 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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