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Fresno, CA to San Francisco, CA by bus

The journey from Fresno, CA to San Francisco, CA by bus is 260.9 km and takes 6 hrs 20 mins. There are 6 connections per day, with the first departure at 4:50 a.m. and the last at 4:25 p.m.. It is possible to travel from Fresno, CA to San Francisco, CA by bus for as little as $47.23 or as much as $69.54. The best price for this journey is $47.23.

Lowest Price $47.23
Journey Duration 6 hrs 20 mins
Connection per Day 6
Lowest Price $47.23
Highest Price $69.54
First Departure 4:50 a.m.
Last Departure 4:25 p.m.
Distance 260.9 km
Departure Fresno, CA
Arrival San Francisco, CA
Carriers Greyhound Lines, Inc., Greyhound

Fresno, CA to San Francisco, CA Bus Times

Departure date
Thursday, Jun 19, 2025

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

The cheapest Fresno, CA - San Francisco, CA bus tickets can be found for as low as $14.29 if you’re lucky, or $41.15 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $86.55.

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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!

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Fresno, CA to San Francisco, CA CO2 Emissions by Bus

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Train
18.26kg
Bus
19.57kg
Flight
52.18kg
Car
41.74kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from Fresno, CA to San Francisco, CA?
A bus ticket from Fresno, CA to San Francisco, CA is $58.28. 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 $47.23.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Fresno, CA to San Francisco, CA?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Fresno, CA to San Francisco, CA is $47.23. 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 Fresno, CA and San Francisco, CA by bus?
Fresno, CA to San Francisco, CA is 260.9 km.
How long does the bus between Fresno, CA and San Francisco, CA take?
Fresno, CA to San Francisco, CA is on average 6 hrs 20 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 4 hrs 45 mins.
Which companies operate from Fresno, CA to San Francisco, CA?
The bus journey from Fresno, CA to San Francisco, CA is covered by 1 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Greyhound Lines, Inc. and Greyhound.
How many bus connections per day go from Fresno, CA to San Francisco, CA?
Fresno, CA to San Francisco, CA has 6 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Fresno, CA to San Francisco, CA leave?
The earliest bus from Fresno, CA to San Francisco, CA departs at 4:50 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 Fresno, CA to San Francisco, CA depart?
The latest bus from Fresno, CA to San Francisco, CA departs at 4:25 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 Fresno, CA 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 $47.23 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.
How many direct connections depart from Fresno, CA to San Francisco, CA?
There are on average 2 direct connection(s) from Fresno, CA to go to San Francisco, CA.
What's the fastest journey time between Fresno, CA to San Francisco, CA by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Fresno, CA and San Francisco, CA is 4 hrs 45 mins.
Is there a direct bus from Fresno, CA to San Francisco, CA?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Fresno, CA and San Francisco, CA.
What are the CO2 emissions for Fresno, CA to San Francisco, CA by bus?
The bus journey from Fresno, CA to San Francisco, CA creates 19.57kg of CO2 emissions.

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