Bus Tickets from Seattle, WA to San Francisco, CA

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TodayMay 14
from $124
TomorrowMay 15
from $109
FriMay 16
from $108
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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: May 15 at
    Departure city: Seattle
    Departure location: Greyhound Station
    Arrival time: May 16 at
    Destination city: San Francisco
    Destination location: San Francisco Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 15 at
    Departure city: Seattle
    Departure location: Greyhound Station
    Arrival time: May 16 at
    Destination city: San Francisco
    Destination location: 409 Townsend St, SF
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 15 at
    Departure city: Seattle
    Departure location: Greyhound Station
    Arrival time: May 16 at
    Destination city: San Francisco
    Destination location: 409 Townsend St, SF
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 15 at
    Departure city: Seattle
    Departure location: Greyhound Station
    Arrival time: May 16 at
    Destination city: San Francisco
    Destination location: San Francisco Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 15 at
    Departure city: Seattle
    Departure location: Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)
    Arrival time: May 16 at
    Destination city: San Francisco
    Destination location: 409 Townsend St, SF
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Seattle to San Francisco.

Bus
Average Price$62 - $230Average Duration22h 25m
27kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average Price$109 - $573Average Duration23h 25m
99kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Seattle to San Francisco

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach San Francisco. The journey takes about 22 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $62, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day
22h 25mAverage Duration
$62Cheapest ticket
27kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Seattle to San Francisco: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$97
Average bus trip duration22h 25m
Number of daily buses11
Earliest bus departure2:55pm
Distance681 miles (1097 km)
Latest bus departure11:10pm

Seattle to San Francisco Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses traveling from Seattle to San Francisco, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions for your trip Seattle - San Francisco

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
05/12
$148
05/13
$127
Today
$124
05/15
$109
05/16
$109
05/17
$89
05/18
$97
05/19
$84
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Seattle to San Francisco was searched and found on May 19, 2025 with a price of $84

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, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $84 to $148 for a bus ticket from Seattle to San Francisco based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $84 which is on 2025-05-19.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Seattle and San Francisco!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Seattle to San Francisco.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Seattle to San Francisco that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Seattle to San Francisco.

Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

What's the cheapest way to go from Seattle to San Francisco?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Seattle by bus?

Bus from Seattle to San Francisco

You can also go to San Francisco by train

Train from Seattle to San Francisco

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