Bus Seattle, WA to San Francisco: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Seattle, WA to San Francisco

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Seattle, WA to San Francisco from various bus operators like FlixBus or Greyhound US for the next days.

today

from $87

tomorrow

from $99

Saturday

from $107

Sunday

from $112

Monday

from $89

Tuesday

from $125

Wednesday

from $91

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	19h 15m	10:50 PM	Seattle, WA	Amtrak King Street Station	6:05 PM	San Francisco	Bus Station Transbay	Economy	$87	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Amtrak King Street Station, Seattle, WA (USA) at 8/14/2025 10:50:00 PM to Bus Station Transbay, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 8/15/2025 6:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $87 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 15m
Greyhound US	23h 0m	10:50 PM	Seattle, WA	Amtrak King Street Station	9:50 PM	San Francisco	5th/Townsend	Economy	$88	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Amtrak King Street Station, Seattle, WA (USA) at 8/14/2025 10:50:00 PM to 5th/Townsend, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 8/15/2025 9:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $88 per person are available. Travel duration is 23h 0m
FlixBus	27h 5m	6:45 PM	Seattle, WA	University of Washington	9:50 PM	San Francisco	5th/Townsend	Economy	$90	A Bus from FlixBus goes from University of Washington, Seattle, WA (USA) at 8/14/2025 6:45:00 PM to 5th/Townsend, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 8/15/2025 9:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $90 per person are available. Travel duration is 27h 5m
FlixBus	21h 30m	2:55 PM	Seattle, WA	Padelford Hall (PDL)	12:25 PM	San Francisco	Bus Station Transbay	Economy	$95	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Padelford Hall (PDL), Seattle, WA (USA) at 8/14/2025 2:55:00 PM to Bus Station Transbay, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 8/15/2025 12:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $95 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 30m
FlixBus	20h 55m	3:30 PM	Seattle, WA	Amtrak King Street Station	12:25 PM	San Francisco	Bus Station Transbay	Economy	$95	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Amtrak King Street Station, Seattle, WA (USA) at 8/14/2025 3:30:00 PM to Bus Station Transbay, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 8/15/2025 12:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $95 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 55m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	27h 5m	6:45 PM	Seattle, WA	University of Washington	9:50 PM	San Francisco	5th/Townsend	Economy	$99	A Bus from FlixBus goes from University of Washington, Seattle, WA (USA) at 8/15/2025 6:45:00 PM to 5th/Townsend, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 8/16/2025 9:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $99 per person are available. Travel duration is 27h 5m
Greyhound US	19h 15m	10:50 PM	Seattle, WA	Greyhound Bus Station	6:05 PM	San Francisco	Salesforce Transit Center	Economy	$110	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Seattle, WA (USA) at 8/15/2025 10:50:00 PM to Salesforce Transit Center, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 8/16/2025 6:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $110 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 15m
Greyhound US	23h 0m	10:50 PM	Seattle, WA	Greyhound Bus Station	9:50 PM	San Francisco	5th/Townsend	Economy	$110	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Seattle, WA (USA) at 8/15/2025 10:50:00 PM to 5th/Townsend, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 8/16/2025 9:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $110 per person are available. Travel duration is 23h 0m
FlixBus	21h 30m	2:55 PM	Seattle, WA	University of Washington	12:25 PM	San Francisco	Salesforce Transit Center	Economy	$111	A Bus from FlixBus goes from University of Washington, Seattle, WA (USA) at 8/15/2025 2:55:00 PM to Salesforce Transit Center, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 8/16/2025 12:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $111 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 30m
FlixBus	20h 55m	3:30 PM	Seattle, WA	Greyhound Bus Station	12:25 PM	San Francisco	Salesforce Transit Center	Economy	$111	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Seattle, WA (USA) at 8/15/2025 3:30:00 PM to Salesforce Transit Center, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 8/16/2025 12:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $111 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 55m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Prices are for one way and one person
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	18h 55m	11:10 PM	Seattle, WA	Greyhound Bus Station	6:05 PM	San Francisco	Salesforce Transit Center	Economy	$107	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Seattle, WA (USA) at 8/16/2025 11:10:00 PM to Salesforce Transit Center, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 8/17/2025 6:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $107 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 55m
Greyhound US	22h 40m	11:10 PM	Seattle, WA	Greyhound Bus Station	9:50 PM	San Francisco	5th/Townsend	Economy	$107	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Seattle, WA (USA) at 8/16/2025 11:10:00 PM to 5th/Townsend, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 8/17/2025 9:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $107 per person are available. Travel duration is 22h 40m
FlixBus	21h 30m	2:55 PM	Seattle, WA	University of Washington	12:25 PM	San Francisco	Salesforce Transit Center	Economy	$108	A Bus from FlixBus goes from University of Washington, Seattle, WA (USA) at 8/16/2025 2:55:00 PM to Salesforce Transit Center, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 8/17/2025 12:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $108 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 30m
FlixBus	20h 55m	3:30 PM	Seattle, WA	Greyhound Bus Station	12:25 PM	San Francisco	Salesforce Transit Center	Economy	$108	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Seattle, WA (USA) at 8/16/2025 3:30:00 PM to Salesforce Transit Center, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 8/17/2025 12:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $108 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 55m
Greyhound US	18h 55m	11:10 PM	Seattle, WA	Amtrak King Street Station	6:05 PM	San Francisco	Bus Station Transbay	Economy	$111	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Amtrak King Street Station, Seattle, WA (USA) at 8/16/2025 11:10:00 PM to Bus Station Transbay, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 8/17/2025 6:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $111 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 55m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	19h 15m	10:50 PM	Seattle, WA	Greyhound Bus Station	6:05 PM	San Francisco	Salesforce Transit Center	Economy	$112	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Seattle, WA (USA) at 8/17/2025 10:50:00 PM to Salesforce Transit Center, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 8/18/2025 6:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $112 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 15m
Greyhound US	23h 0m	10:50 PM	Seattle, WA	Greyhound Bus Station	9:50 PM	San Francisco	5th/Townsend	Economy	$113	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Seattle, WA (USA) at 8/17/2025 10:50:00 PM to 5th/Townsend, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 8/18/2025 9:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $113 per person are available. Travel duration is 23h 0m
Greyhound US	19h 15m	10:50 PM	Seattle, WA	Amtrak King Street Station	6:05 PM	San Francisco	Bus Station Transbay	Economy	$121	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Amtrak King Street Station, Seattle, WA (USA) at 8/17/2025 10:50:00 PM to Bus Station Transbay, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 8/18/2025 6:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $121 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 15m
FlixBus	21h 30m	2:55 PM	Seattle, WA	University of Washington	12:25 PM	San Francisco	Salesforce Transit Center	Economy	$137	A Bus from FlixBus goes from University of Washington, Seattle, WA (USA) at 8/17/2025 2:55:00 PM to Salesforce Transit Center, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 8/18/2025 12:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $137 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 30m
FlixBus	20h 55m	3:30 PM	Seattle, WA	Greyhound Bus Station	12:25 PM	San Francisco	Salesforce Transit Center	Economy	$137	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Seattle, WA (USA) at 8/17/2025 3:30:00 PM to Salesforce Transit Center, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 8/18/2025 12:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $137 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 55m

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Prices are for one way and one person
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	27h 5m	6:45 PM	Seattle, WA	University of Washington	9:50 PM	San Francisco	5th/Townsend	Economy	$89	A Bus from FlixBus goes from University of Washington, Seattle, WA (USA) at 8/18/2025 6:45:00 PM to 5th/Townsend, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 8/19/2025 9:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $89 per person are available. Travel duration is 27h 5m
FlixBus	27h 5m	6:45 PM	Seattle, WA	Padelford Hall (PDL)	9:50 PM	San Francisco	5th/Townsend	Economy	$90	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Padelford Hall (PDL), Seattle, WA (USA) at 8/18/2025 6:45:00 PM to 5th/Townsend, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 8/19/2025 9:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $90 per person are available. Travel duration is 27h 5m
Greyhound US	19h 15m	10:50 PM	Seattle, WA	Greyhound Bus Station	6:05 PM	San Francisco	Salesforce Transit Center	Economy	$92	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Seattle, WA (USA) at 8/18/2025 10:50:00 PM to Salesforce Transit Center, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 8/19/2025 6:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $92 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 15m
Greyhound US	23h 0m	10:50 PM	Seattle, WA	Greyhound Bus Station	9:50 PM	San Francisco	5th/Townsend	Economy	$92	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Seattle, WA (USA) at 8/18/2025 10:50:00 PM to 5th/Townsend, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 8/19/2025 9:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $92 per person are available. Travel duration is 23h 0m
FlixBus	21h 30m	2:55 PM	Seattle, WA	University of Washington	12:25 PM	San Francisco	Salesforce Transit Center	Economy	$93	A Bus from FlixBus goes from University of Washington, Seattle, WA (USA) at 8/18/2025 2:55:00 PM to Salesforce Transit Center, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 8/19/2025 12:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $93 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 30m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	21h 30m	2:55 PM	Seattle, WA	University of Washington	12:25 PM	San Francisco	Salesforce Transit Center	Economy	$125	A Bus from FlixBus goes from University of Washington, Seattle, WA (USA) at 8/19/2025 2:55:00 PM to Salesforce Transit Center, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 8/20/2025 12:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $125 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 30m
FlixBus	20h 55m	3:30 PM	Seattle, WA	Greyhound Bus Station	12:25 PM	San Francisco	Salesforce Transit Center	Economy	$125	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Seattle, WA (USA) at 8/19/2025 3:30:00 PM to Salesforce Transit Center, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 8/20/2025 12:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $125 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 55m
Greyhound US	19h 15m	10:50 PM	Seattle, WA	Greyhound Bus Station	6:05 PM	San Francisco	Salesforce Transit Center	Economy	$128	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Seattle, WA (USA) at 8/19/2025 10:50:00 PM to Salesforce Transit Center, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 8/20/2025 6:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $128 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 15m
Greyhound US	23h 0m	10:50 PM	Seattle, WA	Greyhound Bus Station	9:50 PM	San Francisco	5th/Townsend	Economy	$128	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Seattle, WA (USA) at 8/19/2025 10:50:00 PM to 5th/Townsend, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 8/20/2025 9:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $128 per person are available. Travel duration is 23h 0m
FlixBus	21h 30m	2:55 PM	Seattle, WA	Padelford Hall (PDL)	12:25 PM	San Francisco	Bus Station Transbay	Economy	$129	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Padelford Hall (PDL), Seattle, WA (USA) at 8/19/2025 2:55:00 PM to Bus Station Transbay, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 8/20/2025 12:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $129 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 30m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	27h 5m	6:45 PM	Seattle, WA	University of Washington	9:50 PM	San Francisco	5th/Townsend	Economy	$91	A Bus from FlixBus goes from University of Washington, Seattle, WA (USA) at 8/20/2025 6:45:00 PM to 5th/Townsend, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 8/21/2025 9:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $91 per person are available. Travel duration is 27h 5m
FlixBus	27h 5m	6:45 PM	Seattle, WA	Padelford Hall (PDL)	9:50 PM	San Francisco	5th/Townsend	Economy	$95	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Padelford Hall (PDL), Seattle, WA (USA) at 8/20/2025 6:45:00 PM to 5th/Townsend, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 8/21/2025 9:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $95 per person are available. Travel duration is 27h 5m
Greyhound US	18h 55m	11:10 PM	Seattle, WA	Greyhound Bus Station	6:05 PM	San Francisco	Salesforce Transit Center	Economy	$101	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Seattle, WA (USA) at 8/20/2025 11:10:00 PM to Salesforce Transit Center, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 8/21/2025 6:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $101 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 55m
FlixBus	21h 30m	2:55 PM	Seattle, WA	University of Washington	12:25 PM	San Francisco	Salesforce Transit Center	Economy	$102	A Bus from FlixBus goes from University of Washington, Seattle, WA (USA) at 8/20/2025 2:55:00 PM to Salesforce Transit Center, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 8/21/2025 12:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $102 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 30m
Greyhound US	19h 15m	10:50 PM	Seattle, WA	Amtrak King Street Station	6:05 PM	San Francisco	Bus Station Transbay	Economy	$102	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Amtrak King Street Station, Seattle, WA (USA) at 8/20/2025 10:50:00 PM to Bus Station Transbay, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 8/21/2025 6:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $102 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 15m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Seattle, WA to San Francisco is $71 on 8/24/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Seattle, WA and San Francisco

See here how frequent the connections between Seattle, WA and San Francisco are, during different times and days of the week.

Monday is the busiest day, with more than 10 daily buses from Seattle, WA to San Francisco. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 8 daily coaches between Seattle, WA and San Francisco.

The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 34 buses from Seattle, WA to San Francisco, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Seattle, WA and San Francisco, with 28 offers.

Facts about the bus from Seattle, WA to San Francisco

Compare all providers like FlixBus and Greyhound US that travel 8 times every day by bus from Seattle, WA to San Francisco in one click! Book your bus ticket from Seattle, WA to San Francisco starting from $71!

Cheapest Bus	$71
Fastest Bus	18h 55m
Earliest Bus	2:55 PM
Latest Bus	11:10 PM
Daily Bus Routes	8 Ø
Distance	680.0 miles
Bus Companies	FlixBus and Greyhound US

Cheapest bus connections from Seattle, WA to San Francisco

Every day, 8 buses from 2 bus companies leave Seattle, WA for San Francisco: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 08/14/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 08/10

Monday 08/11

Tuesday 08/12

Wednesday 08/13

Thursday 08/14

$87

Friday 08/15

$110

Saturday 08/16

$107

Sunday 08/17

$112

Monday 08/18

$92

Tuesday 08/19

$125

Wednesday 08/20

$101

Thursday 08/21

$86

Friday 08/22

$114

Saturday 08/23

$103

Sunday 08/24

$71

Monday 08/25

$102

Tuesday 08/26

$78

Wednesday 08/27

Thursday 08/28

Friday 08/29

$95

Saturday 08/30

$82

Sunday 08/31

$103

Monday 09/01

$138

Tuesday 09/02

$107

Wednesday 09/03

Thursday 09/04

$96

Friday 09/05

Saturday 09/06

The cheapest time to travel from Seattle, WA to San Francisco

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Seattle, WA to San Francisco, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $71, Sunday is the cheapest day for a bus from Seattle, WA to San Francisco. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $95.

Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Seattle, WA to San Francisco, with $87. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $93.

How to save money travelling from Seattle, WA to San Francisco

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Seattle, WA to San Francisco in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Seattle, WA to San Francisco, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Seattle, WA to San Francisco are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Seattle, WA and San Francisco

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Seattle, WA and San Francisco.

Amtrak King Street Station

S Jackson St 303

Poly Clinic

Marion St 702

Veterans Administration Hospital

S Columbian Way 1660

Convention Center

8th Ave 1500

Harborview Medical Center

8th Ave 325

Bus Station Transbay

Folsom Street 200

South Van Ness Ave & Market St

5th/Townsend

Townsend St 400

Beach St & Hyde St

Union Square

Post St 470

Service and Comfort on the bus from Seattle, WA to San Francisco

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Seattle, WA to San Francisco? Or which bus companies serve the route Seattle, WA to San Francisco? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Seattle, WA to San Francisco bus

How much does a Seattle, WA San Francisco bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $71 and takes 19h 15m to reach San Francisco. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Seattle, WA to San Francisco?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $71 and $168. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to San Francisco.

On average, how many connections are available from Seattle, WA to San Francisco each day?

Every day, the Seattle, WA to San Francisco bus route is served by approximately 8 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Seattle, WA to San Francisco take?

The fastest bus from Seattle, WA to San Francisco is offered by Greyhound US and takes 18h 55m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $111. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Seattle, WA to San Francisco?

The earliest bus arriving in San Francisco from Seattle, WA starts at 2:55 PM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Seattle, WA to San Francisco?

The latest bus trip departing from Seattle, WA for San Francisco starts at 11:10 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Seattle, WA San Francisco route?

When traveling by bus from Seattle, WA to San Francisco, passengers can travel with FlixBus and Greyhound US. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Seattle, WA and San Francisco?

You can check all the direct connections between Seattle, WA and San Francisco by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: FlixBus and Greyhound US.

What can I take with me on the Seattle, WA to San Francisco bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Seattle, WA San Francisco bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Seattle, WA San Francisco bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Seattle, WA to San Francisco on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Seattle, WA to San Francisco

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Seattle, WA and to San Francisco

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Seattle, WA and to San Francisco. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!