Bus Tickets from San Francisco (CA), US to Houston, US

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: June 21 at
    Departure city: San Francisco
    Departure location: San Francisco Bus Station
    Arrival time: June 23 at
    Destination city: Houston
    Destination location: Houston Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: June 21 at
    Departure city: San Francisco
    Departure location: 409 Townsend St, SF
    Arrival time: June 23 at
    Destination city: Houston
    Destination location: Houston Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 21 at
    Departure city: San Francisco
    Departure location: Mission St & Fremont St
    Arrival time: June 24 at
    Destination city: Houston
    Destination location: Amtrak Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 21 at
    Departure city: San Francisco
    Departure location: 409 Townsend St, SF
    Arrival time: June 23 at
    Destination city: Houston
    Destination location: Houston Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 21 at
    Departure city: San Francisco
    Departure location: 409 Townsend St, SF
    Arrival time: June 23 at
    Destination city: Houston
    Destination location: Downtown Gray & Smith
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus San Francisco to Houston: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$269
Average Bus Trip Duration2d 6h
Number of daily buses21
Earliest bus departure6:30am
Distance2641 km
Latest bus departure11:25pm

San Francisco to Houston Bus

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

  1. How long is the bus ride from San Francisco to Houston?

    The typical travel time from San Francisco to Houston by bus is around 2d 6h. The fastest bus on this trip will get to Houston in 1d 18h

  2. How far is San Francisco from Houston?

    It's about 2647 km (1641 miles) from San Francisco to Houston.

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

    Buses departing from Hyde/Beach (Fisherman's Wharf) in San Francisco will take you to Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway in Houston.

  4. What is the cheapest way to travel from San Francisco to Houston?

    The least expensive option to go from San Francisco to Houston would be going by bus. The ticket price for this bus starts at US$114, making this your best choice for this trip.

  5. How much does it cost to take the bus from San Francisco to Houston?

    You can expect to pay around US$269 for the bus ride from San Francisco to Houston.

  6. Can I take an overnight bus from San Francisco to Houston?

    Yes! If you're heading from San Francisco to Houston, you'll find buses departing until 11:25pm and arriving the next day.

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

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Francisco to Houston was searched and found on Jun 18, 2025 with a price of US$101

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

You can expect to pay from US$101 to US$1,074 for a bus ticket from San Francisco to Houston based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$101 which is on 2025-06-18.

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

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from San Francisco to Houston.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from San Francisco to Houston, get comfy and count the stars.

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 San Francisco to Houston.

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

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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

Will you be returning to San Francisco by bus?

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