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Phoenix, AZ to San Francisco, CA by bus

The journey from Phoenix, AZ to San Francisco, CA by bus is 653.68 mi and takes 22 hr 29 min. There are 32 connections per day, with the first departure at 1:25 AM and the last at 9:50 PM. It is possible to travel from Phoenix, AZ to San Francisco, CA by bus for as little as $75.50 or as much as $131.28. The best price for this journey is $75.50.

Lowest Price $75.50
Journey Duration 22 hr 29 min
Connection per Day 32
Lowest Price $75.50
Highest Price $131.28
First Departure 1:25 AM
Last Departure 9:50 PM
Distance 653.68 mi
Departure Phoenix, AZ
Arrival San Francisco, CA
Carriers Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus

Phoenix, AZ to San Francisco, CA Bus Times

Departure date
Monday, Jun 23, 2025

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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 Phoenix, AZ to San Francisco, CA
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Phoenix, AZ to San Francisco, CA CO2 Emissions by Bus

Ecology
Train
73.64kg
Bus
78.9kg
Flight
210.4kg
Car
168.32kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from Phoenix, AZ to San Francisco, CA?
A bus ticket from Phoenix, AZ to San Francisco, CA is $91.09. 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 $75.50.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Phoenix, AZ to San Francisco, CA?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Phoenix, AZ to San Francisco, CA is $75.50. 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 Phoenix, AZ and San Francisco, CA by bus?
Phoenix, AZ to San Francisco, CA is 653.68 mi.
How long does the bus between Phoenix, AZ and San Francisco, CA take?
Phoenix, AZ to San Francisco, CA is on average 22 hr 29 min. However the fastest option will get you there in 16 hr 20 min.
Which companies operate from Phoenix, AZ to San Francisco, CA?
The bus journey from Phoenix, AZ 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 Phoenix, AZ to San Francisco, CA?
Phoenix, AZ to San Francisco, CA has 32 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Phoenix, AZ to San Francisco, CA leave?
The earliest bus from Phoenix, AZ to San Francisco, CA departs at 1:25 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 Phoenix, AZ to San Francisco, CA depart?
The latest bus from Phoenix, AZ to San Francisco, CA departs at 9:50 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 Phoenix, AZ 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 $75.50 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 Phoenix, AZ to San Francisco, CA by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Phoenix, AZ and San Francisco, CA is 16 hr 20 min.
Is there a direct bus from Phoenix, AZ to San Francisco, CA?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Phoenix, AZ and San Francisco, CA.
What are the CO2 emissions for Phoenix, AZ to San Francisco, CA by bus?
The bus journey from Phoenix, AZ to San Francisco, CA creates 78.9kg of CO2 emissions.

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