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Reno, NV to San Francisco, CA by bus

The journey from Reno, NV to San Francisco, CA by bus is 299.08 km and takes 6 hrs 38 mins. There are 12 connections per day, with the first departure at 6:15 am and the last at 3:50 pm. It is possible to travel from Reno, NV to San Francisco, CA by bus for as little as $45.69 or as much as $114.46. The best price for this journey is $45.69.

Lowest Price $45.69
Journey Duration 6 hrs 38 mins
Connection per Day 12
Lowest Price $45.69
Highest Price $114.46
First Departure 6:15 am
Last Departure 3:50 pm
Distance 299.08 km
Departure Reno, NV
Arrival San Francisco, CA
Carriers FlixBus, Greyhound

Reno, NV to San Francisco, CA Bus Times

Departure date
Friday, 21 Mar 2025

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

The cheapest Reno, NV - San Francisco, CA bus tickets can be found for as low as $16.42 if you’re lucky, or $38.00 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $71.37.

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, Greyhound and Amtrak from Reno, NV to San Francisco, CA
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Reno, NV to San Francisco, CA CO2 Emissions by Bus

Ecology
Train
20.94kg
Bus
22.43kg
Flight
59.82kg
Car
47.85kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from Reno, NV to San Francisco, CA?
A bus ticket from Reno, NV to San Francisco, CA is $75.55. 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 $45.69.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Reno, NV to San Francisco, CA?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Reno, NV to San Francisco, CA is $45.69. 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 Reno, NV and San Francisco, CA by bus?
Reno, NV to San Francisco, CA is 299.08 km.
How long does the bus between Reno, NV and San Francisco, CA take?
Reno, NV to San Francisco, CA is on average 6 hrs 38 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 5 hrs 30 mins.
Which companies operate from Reno, NV to San Francisco, CA?
The bus journey from Reno, NV to San Francisco, 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 Reno, NV to San Francisco, CA?
Reno, NV to San Francisco, CA has 12 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Reno, NV to San Francisco, CA leave?
The earliest bus from Reno, NV to San Francisco, CA departs at 6:15 am. 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 Reno, NV to San Francisco, CA depart?
The latest bus from Reno, NV to San Francisco, CA departs at 3:50 pm. 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 Reno, NV 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 $45.69 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 Reno, NV to San Francisco, CA?
There are on average 9 direct connection(s) from Reno, NV to go to San Francisco, CA.
What's the fastest journey time between Reno, NV to San Francisco, CA by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Reno, NV and San Francisco, CA is 5 hrs 30 mins.
Is there a direct bus from Reno, NV to San Francisco, CA?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Reno, NV and San Francisco, CA.
What are the CO2 emissions for Reno, NV to San Francisco, CA by bus?
The bus journey from Reno, NV to San Francisco, CA creates 22.43kg of CO2 emissions.