Bus from Portland, OR to San Francisco, US: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Portland to San Francisco on December 2
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Portland Curbside Bus Stop
San Francisco Bus StationCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Portland Curbside Bus Stop
San Francisco Bus StationFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 1:24 PM PST.

Get from Portland to San Francisco

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 16 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $110, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
16h 35mAverage Duration
862 kmDistance
22kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Portland, OR to San Francisco, US by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Portland to San Francisco?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Portland to San Francisco start from $110. The average price for this route is around $189. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Portland to San Francisco?

    The average bus travel time from Portland to San Francisco is 16h 35m, covering a distance of 862 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 16h 5m and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Portland to San Francisco route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Portland to San Francisco?

    The earliest bus departs from Portland to San Francisco at 1:00am. And the latest bus departs at 7:50pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Portland to San Francisco?

    A bus trip from Portland to San Francisco generates an estimated 22 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Portland to San Francisco?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87387 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Portland to San Francisco?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Portland to San Francisco?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Portland to San Francisco?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
11-27
$256
11-28
$302
Today
$375
11-30
$398
12-01
$269
12-02
$195
12-03
$144
12-04
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Portland, OR to San Francisco, US was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $144

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

You can expect to pay from $144 to $398 for a bus ticket from Portland, OR to San Francisco, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $144 which is on 2025-12-03.

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