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

Next bus departures

Next departures for Seattle to San Francisco on December 1
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Greyhound Station
San Francisco Bus StationCheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Greyhound Station
San Francisco Bus StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)
San Francisco Bus StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
University of Washington
San Francisco Bus StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 6:43 AM PST.

Get from Seattle to San Francisco

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 21 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $91, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day
21h 5mAverage Duration
666 milesDistance
27kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Seattle 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 Seattle to San Francisco?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Seattle to San Francisco start from $91. The average price for this route is around $132. 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 Seattle to San Francisco?

    The average bus trip duration from Seattle to San Francisco is 21h 5m, covering a distance of 666 miles (1074 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 18h 55m and is operated by Greyhound.

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

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

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

    The earliest bus departs from Seattle to San Francisco at 2:45pm. And the latest bus departs at 11:10pm.

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

    A bus trip from Seattle to San Francisco generates an estimated 27 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 Seattle to San Francisco?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87387 reviews.

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

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Seattle 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 Seattle to San Francisco?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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
11/28
$224
11/29
$265
Today
$258
12/01
$203
12/02
$154
12/03
$128
12/04
$125
12/05
$128
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Seattle to San Francisco, US was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $125

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

You can expect to pay from $125 to $265 for a bus ticket from Seattle to San Francisco, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $125 which is on 2025-12-04.

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