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05/15/2025
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Charlotte, NC to San Francisco, CA by bus

The journey from Charlotte, NC to San Francisco, CA by bus is 2,299.48 mi and takes 78 hr 20 min. There are 27 connections per day, with the first departure at 1:30 AM and the last at 11:20 PM. It is possible to travel from Charlotte, NC to San Francisco, CA by bus for as little as $137.50 or as much as $719.02. The best price for this journey is $137.50.

Lowest Price $137.50
Journey Duration 78 hr 20 min
Connection per Day 27
Lowest Price $137.50
Highest Price $719.02
First Departure 1:30 AM
Last Departure 11:20 PM
Distance 2,299.48 mi
Departure Charlotte, NC
Arrival San Francisco, CA
Carriers Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus

Charlotte, NC to San Francisco, CA Bus Times

Departure date
Thursday, May 15, 2025

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

The cheapest Charlotte, NC - San Francisco, CA bus tickets can be found for as low as $85.48 if you’re lucky, or $101.72 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $126.28.

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 and Greyhound from Charlotte, NC to San Francisco, CA
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Charlotte, NC to San Francisco, CA CO2 Emissions by Bus

Ecology
Train
259.05kg
Bus
277.55kg
Flight
740.13kg
Car
592.1kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from Charlotte, NC to San Francisco, CA?
A bus ticket from Charlotte, NC to San Francisco, CA is $332.68. 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 $137.50.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Charlotte, NC to San Francisco, CA?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Charlotte, NC to San Francisco, CA is $137.50. 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 Charlotte, NC and San Francisco, CA by bus?
Charlotte, NC to San Francisco, CA is 2,299.48 mi.
How long does the bus between Charlotte, NC and San Francisco, CA take?
Charlotte, NC to San Francisco, CA is on average 78 hr 20 min. However the fastest option will get you there in 64 hr 0 min.
Which companies operate from Charlotte, NC to San Francisco, CA?
The bus journey from Charlotte, NC to San Francisco, CA is covered by 2 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus and Greyhound.
How many bus connections per day go from Charlotte, NC to San Francisco, CA?
Charlotte, NC to San Francisco, CA has 27 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Charlotte, NC to San Francisco, CA leave?
The earliest bus from Charlotte, NC to San Francisco, CA departs at 1:30 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 Charlotte, NC to San Francisco, CA depart?
The latest bus from Charlotte, NC to San Francisco, CA departs at 11:20 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 Charlotte, NC 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 $137.50 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 Charlotte, NC to San Francisco, CA by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Charlotte, NC and San Francisco, CA is 64 hr 0 min.
Is there a direct bus from Charlotte, NC to San Francisco, CA?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Charlotte, NC and San Francisco, CA.
What are the CO2 emissions for Charlotte, NC to San Francisco, CA by bus?
The bus journey from Charlotte, NC to San Francisco, CA creates 277.55kg of CO2 emissions.