How much is the bus ticket from San Francisco to Dallas?

The cheapest bus tickets from San Francisco to Dallas start from $180. The average price for this route is around $264. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from San Francisco to Dallas?

The average bus trip duration from San Francisco to Dallas is 1d 21h, covering a distance of 1472 miles (2374 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 15h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the San Francisco to Dallas route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Francisco to Dallas?

The earliest bus departs from San Francisco to Dallas at 6:30am. And the latest bus departs at 10:40pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Francisco to Dallas?

A bus trip from San Francisco to Dallas generates an estimated 59 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from San Francisco to Dallas?

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.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Francisco to Dallas?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the most timely service from San Francisco to Dallas?

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.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Francisco to Dallas?

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.

Bus San Francisco to Dallas from $172 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for San Francisco to Dallas on January 21
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:40pm	San Francisco Bus Station	1d 17h	5:45pm	Dallas Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	10:40pm	San Francisco Bus Station	2d 18h	7:30pm	Downtown Dallas / Deep Ellum	No tags
	Bus	10:40pm	San Francisco Bus Station	1d 17h	5:55pm	Dallas Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	10:40pm	San Francisco Bus Station	2d 17h	6:25pm	Dallas Market Center	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	10:40pm	San Francisco Bus Station	2d 17h	6:05pm	Downtown Dallas / Deep Ellum	No tags

Get from San Francisco to Dallas

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 21 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $180, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

1d 21hAverage Duration

1472 milesDistance

59kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in San Francisco and Dallas?

Stops in San Francisco

A
Hyde/Beach (Fisherman's Wharf)
700 Beach Street, San Francisco, CA 94109, USA
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B
Powell Station
25 Cyril Magnin St , San Francisco, CA 94102-2812
Map
C
Union Square Hilton
255 Mason St,, San Francisco, CA 94102-2114
Map
D
San Francisco Greyhound Station
200 Folsom St, San Francisco, CA 94105
Map
E
444 Townsend St.
444 Townsend St, San Francisco, CA 94107, USA
Map

Stops in Dallas

A
Dallas Bus Station
205 S Lamar St, Dallas, TX 75202, USA
Visit page Map
B
Jefferson Bd
174 S Patton Ave, Dallas, TX 75203, USA
Map
C
Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport
Visit page Map
D
Westmoreland Greyhound Station
627 N Westmoreland Rd, Dallas, TX 75211
Map
E
N. Olive Street
400 N. Olive Street,, Dallas, TX 75201, US
Map
F
Tornado Bus I-30
8630 E R L Thornton Fwy, Dallas, TX 75228, USA
Map

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,515 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Amtrak

4/55,747 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/512,126 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

US bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

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

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

How much is the bus ticket from San Francisco to Dallas?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Francisco to Dallas start from $180. The average price for this route is around $264. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from San Francisco to Dallas?
The average bus trip duration from San Francisco to Dallas is 1d 21h, covering a distance of 1472 miles (2374 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 15h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the San Francisco to Dallas route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Francisco to Dallas?
The earliest bus departs from San Francisco to Dallas at 6:30am. And the latest bus departs at 10:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Francisco to Dallas?
A bus trip from San Francisco to Dallas generates an estimated 59 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from San Francisco to Dallas?
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.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Francisco to Dallas?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from San Francisco to Dallas?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Francisco to Dallas?
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

$273

01/19

$271

Today

$308

01/21

$276

01/22

No data

01/23

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The cheapest trip from San Francisco, US to Dallas, TX was searched and found on Jan 19, 2026 with a price of $271

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 Dallas, TX, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $271 to $1,950 for a bus ticket from San Francisco, US to Dallas, TX based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $276 which is on 2026-01-21.