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Next departures from Redding to San Francisco on 13 September
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Redding Bus Station
San Francisco Bus StationCheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Redding Bus Station
409 Townsend St, SFNo tags
Amtrak
Redding Station
Mission St & Fremont StNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Redding Bus Station
San Francisco Bus StationNo tags
Amtrak
Redding Station
Mission St & Fremont StNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Redding to San Francisco

Bus
Average priceUS$48 - US$146Average duration7h 30m
8kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$48 - US$105Average duration6h 49m
28kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Redding to San Francisco

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach San Francisco. The journey takes about 6 hours 49 minutes and with fares starting at just US$48, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
6h 49mAverage duration
US$48Cheapest ticket
28kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Redding to San Francisco, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$56
Average bus trip duration7h 30m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure04:55
Distance194 miles
Latest bus departure11:35

Redding to San Francisco Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from Redding to San Francisco. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Redding to San Francisco from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

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

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

  1. How far is San Francisco from Redding by coach?

    The distance between Redding and San Francisco by coach is approximately 196 miles (316 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach San Francisco from Redding without a car?

    The best way to go from Redding to San Francisco without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
10/09
US$58
11/09
No data
Today
US$60
13/09
US$50
14/09
No data
15/09
US$48
16/09
US$46
17/09
US$37
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Redding to San Francisco, US was searched and found on 17 Sept 2025 with a price of US$37

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

You can expect to pay from US$37 to US$78 for a bus ticket from Redding to San Francisco, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$37, which is on 2025-09-17.

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

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Redding and San Francisco!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Redding to San Francisco, 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 Redding to San Francisco.

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

Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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.

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

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

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