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San Francisco, CA to Palm Springs, CA by bus

The journey from San Francisco, CA to Palm Springs, CA by bus is 688.27 km and takes 14 hrs 19 mins. There are 6 connections per day, with the first departure at 6:30 a.m. and the last at 10:40 p.m.. It is possible to travel from San Francisco, CA to Palm Springs, CA by bus for as little as $209.66 or as much as $300.93. The best price for this journey is $209.66.

Lowest Price $209.66
Journey Duration 14 hrs 19 mins
Connection per Day 6
Lowest Price $209.66
Highest Price $300.93
First Departure 6:30 a.m.
Last Departure 10:40 p.m.
Distance 688.27 km
Departure San Francisco, CA
Arrival Palm Springs, CA
Carriers Greyhound, FlixBus

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

The cheapest San Francisco, CA - Palm Springs, CA bus tickets can be found for as low as $16.17 if you’re lucky, or $88.50 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $159.25.

Find the best day to travel to Palm Springs, CA by bus

When travelling to Palm Springs, 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 Greyhound and FlixBus from San Francisco, CA to Palm Springs, CA
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San Francisco, CA to Palm Springs, CA CO2 Emissions by Bus

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Train
48.18kg
Bus
51.62kg
Flight
137.65kg
Car
110.12kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from San Francisco, CA to Palm Springs, CA?
A bus ticket from San Francisco, CA to Palm Springs, CA is $261.57. 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 $209.66.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from San Francisco, CA to Palm Springs, CA?
The cheapest ticket you can get from San Francisco, CA to Palm Springs, CA is $209.66. 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 Palm Springs, CA by bus?
San Francisco, CA to Palm Springs, CA is 688.27 km.
How long does the bus between San Francisco, CA and Palm Springs, CA take?
San Francisco, CA to Palm Springs, CA is on average 14 hrs 19 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 12 hrs 20 mins.
Which companies operate from San Francisco, CA to Palm Springs, CA?
The bus journey from San Francisco, CA to Palm Springs, CA is covered by 1 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Greyhound and FlixBus.
How many bus connections per day go from San Francisco, CA to Palm Springs, CA?
San Francisco, CA to Palm Springs, CA has 6 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from San Francisco, CA to Palm Springs, CA leave?
The earliest bus from San Francisco, CA to Palm Springs, CA departs at 6:30 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 Palm Springs, CA depart?
The latest bus from San Francisco, CA to Palm Springs, CA departs at 10:40 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 Palm Springs, 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 $209.66 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 San Francisco, CA to Palm Springs, CA by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between San Francisco, CA and Palm Springs, CA is 12 hrs 20 mins.
Is there a direct bus from San Francisco, CA to Palm Springs, CA?
Yes, there is a direct bus between San Francisco, CA and Palm Springs, CA.
What are the CO2 emissions for San Francisco, CA to Palm Springs, CA by bus?
The bus journey from San Francisco, CA to Palm Springs, CA creates 51.62kg of CO2 emissions.

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