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Compare 2 ways to travel from Philadelphia to San Francisco

Bus
Average priceUS$177 - US$818Average duration3d 7h
102kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$373 - US$2,925Average duration3d 7h
368kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Philadelphia to San Francisco

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Francisco. The journey takes about 3 days, 7 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just US$177, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

21bus per day
3d 7hAverage duration
US$177Cheapest ticket
102kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Philadelphia, PA to San Francisco, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$573
Average bus trip duration3d 7h
Number of daily buses21
Earliest bus departure03:25
Distance2518 miles
Latest bus departure20:15

Philadelphia to San Francisco Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Philadelphia, PA - San Francisco, US

  1. What's the distance between Philadelphia and San Francisco by coach?

    The journey from Philadelphia to San Francisco by coach covers an approximate distance of 2515 miles (4055 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Philadelphia to San Francisco without flying?

    To travel from Philadelphia to San Francisco without flying, you can take the coaches. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to San Francisco, US was searched and found on 13 Aug 2025 with a price of US$191

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

You can expect to pay from US$191 to US$689 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to San Francisco, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$191, which is on 2025-08-13.

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Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Philadelphia to San Francisco will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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Did you know?

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