Bus Tickets from Houston, US to San Francisco, US

Next departures

Next departures for Houston to San Francisco on September 16
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby
409 Townsend St, SFCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Houston Bus Station
409 Townsend St, SFFastest
Amtrak
Amtrak Station
Mission St & Fremont StNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Houston Bus Station
409 Townsend St, SFNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Houston Bus Station
San Francisco Bus StationNo tags

Accepted payments

  • Visa
  • MasterCard
  • American Express
  • China Union Pay
  • Diners Club Canada
  • Discover Click to Pay
  • JCB payment
  • Klarna (Pay over time)
  • Google Pay

Compare 2 ways to go from Houston to San Francisco

Bus
Average PriceUS$121 - US$590Average Duration2d 1h
65kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$213 - US$370Average Duration2d 2h
240kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Houston to San Francisco

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Francisco. The journey takes about 2 days, 1 hour, and with fares starting at just US$121, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

24bus per day
2d 1hAverage Duration
US$121Cheapest ticket
65kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Houston, US to San Francisco, US: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$203
Average Bus Trip Duration2d 1h
Number of daily buses24
Earliest bus departure2:00am
Distance2606 km
Latest bus departure11:20pm

Houston to San Francisco Bus

Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from Houston to San Francisco.

Bus service from Houston to San Francisco will be provided by the most trusted bus companies.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to San Francisco from Houston, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Houston, US - San Francisco, US

  1. How far is Houston from San Francisco?

    The distance between Houston and San Francisco is around 2647 km (1641 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Houston to San Francisco?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway, in Houston, and end it at Hyde/Beach (Fisherman's Wharf), in San Francisco.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
09-13
US$190
09-14
No data
Today
No data
09-16
US$215
09-17
US$222
09-18
US$185
09-19
US$192
09-20
US$244
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Houston, US to San Francisco, US was searched and found on Sep 18, 2025 with a price of US$185

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Houston, US to San Francisco, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$185 to US$2,615 for a bus ticket from Houston, US to San Francisco, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$185 which is on 2025-09-18.

Usually Amtrak will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Houston to San Francisco but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Houston to San Francisco, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Houston to San Francisco.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Houston to San Francisco, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

What's the cheapest way to go from Houston, US to San Francisco, US?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Houston, US by bus?

Bus from San Francisco, US to Houston, US

Why choose Busbud?

The Best Way To Book Bus and Train Tickets

Busbud helps you easily search, compare and book intercity bus tickets on a worlwide scale with our comprehensive list of bus routes and schedules. With several language and currency options available, Busbud seeks to cater to international bus travellers no matter where they are in the world. Busbud partners with safe and reliable bus companies throughout the world such as Greyhound, Eurolines, ALSA, OUIBUS (BlaBlaBus), National Express and many others so you can buy tickets without a worry.

People from around the world trust Busbud

‌

Popular Buses Connecting Houston

Buses Leaving from Houston

Buses Going to Houston

Popular Buses Connecting San Francisco

Buses Leaving from San Francisco

Buses Going to San Francisco