How much is the bus ticket from San Francisco to Palm Springs?

The cheapest bus tickets from San Francisco to Palm Springs start from $64. The average price for this route is around $81. 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 Palm Springs?

The average bus trip duration from San Francisco to Palm Springs is 13h 15m, covering a distance of 426 miles (687 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 30m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the San Francisco to Palm Springs route?

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

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

The earliest bus departs from San Francisco to Palm Springs at 7:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:25pm.

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

A bus trip from San Francisco to Palm Springs generates an estimated 17 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 Palm Springs?

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.

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

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 Palm Springs?

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 Palm Springs?

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 Palm Springs from $82 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for San Francisco to Palm Springs on November 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:25pm	409 Townsend St, SF	12h 5m	11:30am	Palm Springs North	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	10:40pm	San Francisco Bus Station	13h 15m	11:55am	Palm Springs North	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	10:40pm	San Francisco Bus Station	15h 25m	2:05pm	Palm Springs	No tags
	Bus	11:25pm	409 Townsend St, SF	12h 30m	11:55am	Palm Springs North	No tags
	Bus	11:25pm	409 Townsend St, SF	14h 40m	2:05pm	Palm Springs	No tags

Get from San Francisco to Palm Springs

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 13 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $64, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

13h 15mAverage Duration

426 milesDistance

17kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in San Francisco and Palm Springs?

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
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 Palm Springs

A
Palm Springs Airport
Visit page
B
Garnet Ave
360 Garnet Ave, Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240, USA
Visit page

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,611 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,471 reviews

Staff4.2

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.

Greyhound

3.5/587,407 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.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Francisco, US to Palm Springs 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 Palm Springs?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Francisco to Palm Springs start from $64. The average price for this route is around $81. 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 Palm Springs?
The average bus trip duration from San Francisco to Palm Springs is 13h 15m, covering a distance of 426 miles (687 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 30m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the San Francisco to Palm Springs route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, FlixBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Francisco to Palm Springs?
The earliest bus departs from San Francisco to Palm Springs at 7:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:25pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Francisco to Palm Springs?
A bus trip from San Francisco to Palm Springs generates an estimated 17 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 Palm Springs?
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.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Francisco to Palm Springs?
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 Palm Springs?
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 Palm Springs?
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.

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$93

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The cheapest trip from San Francisco, US to Palm Springs was searched and found on Nov 28, 2025 with a price of $87

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 Palm Springs, as early as possible.