Bus from Barstow to San Francisco, US: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Barstow to San Francisco on January 20
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakBus
Travel Center
Mission St & Fremont StNo tags
AmtrakBus
Barstow Station
Mission St & Fremont StNo tags
Greyhound + FlixBus
Bus
Travel Center
409 Townsend St, SFNo tags
GreyhoundBus
Travel Center
San Francisco Bus StationNo tags
Greyhound + FlixBus
Bus
Travel Center
409 Townsend St, SFNo tags

Get from Barstow to San Francisco

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 12 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $71, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day
12h 50mAverage Duration
361 milesDistance
15kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Barstow to San Francisco, US by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Barstow to San Francisco?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Barstow to San Francisco start from $71. The average price for this route is around $90. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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

    The average bus trip duration from Barstow to San Francisco is 12h 50m, covering a distance of 361 miles (581 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 30m and is operated by Amtrak.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Greyhound, FlixBus.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Barstow to San Francisco at 5:15am. And the latest bus departs at 9:00pm.

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

    A bus trip from Barstow to San Francisco generates an estimated 15 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

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

    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 Barstow to San Francisco?

    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 has the most timely service from Barstow to San Francisco?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Barstow to San Francisco?

    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
01/18
$80
01/19
$80
Today
$80
01/21
$80
01/22
$80
01/23
No data
01/24
No data
01/25
$80
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Barstow to San Francisco, US was searched and found on Jan 18, 2026 with a price of $80

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Barstow to San Francisco, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $80 to $110 for a bus ticket from Barstow to San Francisco, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $80 which is on 2026-01-21.

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