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Dallas, TX to San Francisco, CA by bus

The journey from Dallas, TX to San Francisco, CA by bus is 2,384.82 km and takes 43 hrs 44 mins. There are 10 connections per day, with the first departure at 1:00 a.m. and the last at 11:55 p.m.. It is possible to travel from Dallas, TX to San Francisco, CA by bus for as little as $200.65 or as much as $629.26. The best price for this journey is $200.65.

Lowest Price $200.65
Journey Duration 43 hrs 44 mins
Connection per Day 10
Lowest Price $200.65
Highest Price $629.26
First Departure 1:00 a.m.
Last Departure 11:55 p.m.
Distance 2,384.82 km
Departure Dallas, TX
Arrival San Francisco, CA
Carriers Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus

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Best time to book cheap bus tickets from Dallas, TX to San Francisco, CA

The cheapest Dallas, TX - San Francisco, CA bus tickets can be found for as low as $230.26 if you’re lucky, or $410.28 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $685.70.

Find the best day to travel to San Francisco, CA by bus

When travelling to San Francisco, CA by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board FlixBus and Greyhound from Dallas, TX to San Francisco, CA
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Dallas, TX to San Francisco, CA CO2 Emissions by Bus

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Train
166.94kg
Bus
178.86kg
Flight
476.96kg
Car
381.57kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from Dallas, TX to San Francisco, CA?
A bus ticket from Dallas, TX to San Francisco, CA is $347.52. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $200.65.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Dallas, TX to San Francisco, CA?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Dallas, TX to San Francisco, CA is $200.65. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Dallas, TX and San Francisco, CA by bus?
Dallas, TX to San Francisco, CA is 2,384.82 km.
How long does the bus between Dallas, TX and San Francisco, CA take?
Dallas, TX to San Francisco, CA is on average 43 hrs 44 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 38 hrs 15 mins.
Which companies operate from Dallas, TX to San Francisco, CA?
The bus journey from Dallas, TX to San Francisco, CA is covered by 3 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus, Greyhound Lines Mexico and Greyhound.
How many bus connections per day go from Dallas, TX to San Francisco, CA?
Dallas, TX to San Francisco, CA has 10 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Dallas, TX to San Francisco, CA leave?
The earliest bus from Dallas, TX to San Francisco, CA departs at 1:00 a.m.. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last bus from Dallas, TX to San Francisco, CA depart?
The latest bus from Dallas, TX to San Francisco, CA departs at 11:55 p.m.. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Dallas, TX to San Francisco, CA in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is $200.65 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
What's the fastest journey time between Dallas, TX to San Francisco, CA by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Dallas, TX and San Francisco, CA is 38 hrs 15 mins.
Is there a direct bus from Dallas, TX to San Francisco, CA?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Dallas, TX and San Francisco, CA.
What are the CO2 emissions for Dallas, TX to San Francisco, CA by bus?
The bus journey from Dallas, TX to San Francisco, CA creates 178.86kg of CO2 emissions.

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