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

The cheapest bus tickets from San Francisco to Portland start from $99. The average price for this route is around $150. 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 Portland?

The average bus trip duration from San Francisco to Portland is 16h 55m, covering a distance of 534 miles (862 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 15h 15m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the San Francisco to Portland route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 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 Portland?

The earliest bus departs from San Francisco to Portland at 6:30am. And the latest bus departs at 4:00pm.

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

A bus trip from San Francisco to Portland generates an estimated 22 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 Portland?

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 5696 reviews.

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

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 Portland?

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 Portland?

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 Portland from $96 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for San Francisco to Portland on January 10
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	4:00pm	San Francisco Bus Station	16h 55m	8:55am	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	CheapestFastest
	8:50pm	Mission St & Fremont St	18h 50m	3:40pm	Union Station	No tags
	8:50pm	Mission St & Fremont St	18h 50m	3:40pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for San Francisco to Portland on January 11
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	8:50pm	Mission St & Fremont St	18h 50m	3:40pm	Union Station	Cheapest
	6:30am	San Francisco Bus Station	15h 15m	9:45pm	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	4:00pm	San Francisco Bus Station	16h 55m	8:55am	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	No tags
	8:50pm	Mission St & Fremont St	18h 50m	3:40pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for San Francisco to Portland on January 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		6:30am	San Francisco Bus Station	15h 15m	9:45pm	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus		4:00pm	San Francisco Bus Station	16h 55m	8:55am	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:34 PM PST.

Get from San Francisco to Portland

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 16 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $99, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

16h 55mAverage Duration

534 milesDistance

22kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in San Francisco and Portland?

Stops in San Francisco

A
Hyde/Beach (Fisherman's Wharf)
700 Beach Street, San Francisco, CA 94109, USA
Visit page Map
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 Portland

A
Portland Airport
Visit page Map
B
Portland Union Station
7411 Northwest Station Way, Portland OR 97209, USA
Visit page Map
C
NW Everett & NW 8th Ave
728 NW Everett St, Portland, OR 97209, USA
Map
D
Lloyd Center
NE 13th Ave & Holladay, Portland, OR 97232, USA
Map
E
Pearl District
7418 NW Station Way (across street), Portland, OR 97209, USA
Map

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,492 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.

Greyhound San Francisco Portland recent customer reviews

I was 6.30PM in Sacramento. 7 PM bus did not want to take me. 10.55. bus did not take me. Nobody came. Only 3AM. Still not ín Portland

Gyozo I.

January 31, 2019

Improve cleanliness of bus

Indira A.

September 4, 2016

Amtrak

4/55,723 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,989 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 Portland, OR 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 Portland?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Francisco to Portland start from $99. The average price for this route is around $150. 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 Portland?
The average bus trip duration from San Francisco to Portland is 16h 55m, covering a distance of 534 miles (862 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 15h 15m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the San Francisco to Portland route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 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 Portland?
The earliest bus departs from San Francisco to Portland at 6:30am. And the latest bus departs at 4:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Francisco to Portland?
A bus trip from San Francisco to Portland generates an estimated 22 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 Portland?
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 5696 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Francisco to Portland?
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 Portland?
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 Portland?
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

01/08

$185

01/09

$173

Today

$168

01/11

$138

01/12

$110

01/13

No data

01/14

$100

01/15

$121

The cheapest trip from San Francisco, US to Portland, OR was searched and found on Jan 14, 2026 with a price of $100

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 Portland, OR, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $100 to $634 for a bus ticket from San Francisco, US to Portland, OR based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $100 which is on 2026-01-14.

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.