Bus from San Francisco, US to Salt Lake City: Tickets & Timetables

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from San Francisco to Salt Lake City on 30 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
GreyhoundBus
San Francisco Bus Station
Salt Lake City Transit CenterNo tags
Greyhound + FlixBus
Bus
409 Townsend St, SF
Salt Lake City Transit CenterNo tags
GreyhoundBus
San Francisco Bus Station
Salt Lake City Transit CenterNo tags
GreyhoundBus
San Francisco Bus Station
Salt Lake City Transit CenterNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
409 Townsend St, SF
Salt Lake City Transit CenterNo tags

Get from San Francisco to Salt Lake City

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 16 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 1 310, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
16h 35mAverage duration
962 kmDistance
24kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Francisco, US to Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City?

    The cheapest bus tickets from San Francisco to Salt Lake City start at R 1 310. The average price for this route is around R 1 845. 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 Salt Lake City?

    The average bus journey time from San Francisco to Salt Lake City is 16h 35m, covering a distance of 962 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 16h 35m and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the San Francisco to Salt Lake City route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 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 Salt Lake City?

    The earliest bus departs from San Francisco to Salt Lake City at 07:55. And the latest bus departs at 23:25.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Francisco to Salt Lake City?

    A bus trip from San Francisco to Salt Lake City produces an estimated 24 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 Salt Lake City?

    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 5597 reviews.

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

    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 Salt Lake City?

    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 Salt Lake City?

    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
28/11
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29/11
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Today
R 3 350
01/12
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02/12
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03/12
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04/12
R 1 877
05/12
R 1 877
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Francisco, US to Salt Lake City was searched and found on 04 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 877

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 Salt Lake City as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 1 877 to R 5 648 for a bus ticket from San Francisco, US to Salt Lake City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 877, which is on 2025-12-04.

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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