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San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, CA by bus

The journey from San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, CA by bus is 559.75 km and takes 10 hrs 4 mins. There are 46 connections per day, with the first departure at 5:15 a.m. and the last at 11:25 p.m.. It is possible to travel from San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, CA by bus for as little as $39.96 or as much as $146.54. The best price for this journey is $39.96.

Lowest Price $39.96
Journey Duration 10 hrs 4 mins
Connection per Day 46
Lowest Price $39.96
Highest Price $146.54
First Departure 5:15 a.m.
Last Departure 11:25 p.m.
Distance 559.75 km
Departure San Francisco, CA
Arrival Los Angeles, CA
Carriers FlixBus, Greyhound

San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, CA Bus Times

Departure date
Tuesday, May 20, 2025

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Best time to book San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, CA travel

Virail Pro Tip ✌: Booking 10 days in advance save 10% on average

Price as departure date approaches

Bus companies may charge higher ticket prices as the date of departure approaches. Prices in the next days can range from around $42.34 to $67.57 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 37% on your trip!

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

The cheapest San Francisco, CA - Los Angeles, CA bus tickets can be found for as low as $49.06 if you’re lucky, or $54.86 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $59.18.

Find the best day to travel to Los Angeles, CA by bus

When travelling to Los Angeles, 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, Greyhound and Amtrak from San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, CA
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San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, CA CO2 Emissions by Bus

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Train
39.18kg
Bus
41.98kg
Flight
111.95kg
Car
89.56kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, CA?
A bus ticket from San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, CA is $63.27. 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 $39.96.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, CA?
The cheapest ticket you can get from San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, CA is $39.96. 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 San Francisco, CA and Los Angeles, CA by bus?
San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, CA is 559.75 km.
How long does the bus between San Francisco, CA and Los Angeles, CA take?
San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, CA is on average 10 hrs 4 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 7 hrs 0 mins.
Which companies operate from San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, CA?
The bus journey from San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, CA is covered by 3 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: FlixBus, Greyhound, Amtrak and Greyhound Lines, Inc..
How many bus connections per day go from San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, CA?
San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, CA has 46 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, CA leave?
The earliest bus from San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, CA departs at 5:15 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 San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, CA depart?
The latest bus from San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, CA departs at 11:25 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 San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, 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 $39.96 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 San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, CA?
There are on average 23 direct connection(s) from San Francisco, CA to go to Los Angeles, CA.
What's the fastest journey time between San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, CA by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between San Francisco, CA and Los Angeles, CA is 7 hrs 0 mins.
Is there a direct bus from San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, there is a direct bus between San Francisco, CA and Los Angeles, CA.
What are the CO2 emissions for San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, CA by bus?
The bus journey from San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, CA creates 41.98kg of CO2 emissions.

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