How much does a bus ticket from San Francisco to Long Beach cost?

The bus ticket price from San Francisco to Long Beach starts at R 862. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from San Francisco to Long Beach is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from San Francisco to Long Beach?

The average travel time between San Francisco and Long Beach is around 13h 55m, although the fastest bus will take about 9h. This is the time it takes to travel the 588 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between San Francisco and Long Beach?

The number of buses from San Francisco to Long Beach can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 5 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from San Francisco to Long Beach by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from San Francisco to Long Beach?

When taking the bus from San Francisco to Long Beach, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from San Francisco to Long Beach?

Buses travelling between San Francisco and Long Beach leave from Hyde/Beach (Fisherman's Wharf) or Powell Station and arrive at Long Beach Bus Station.

Bus San Francisco to Long Beach from R 1 043 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from San Francisco to Long Beach on 14 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	22:00	409 Townsend St, SF	8h 45m	06:45	Long Beach Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	22:40	San Francisco Bus Station	11h 45m	10:25	Long Beach	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	22:40	San Francisco Bus Station	11h 45m	10:25	Long Beach	No tags
	Bus	22:40	San Francisco Bus Station	12h 55m	11:35	Long Beach Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	23:25	409 Townsend St, SF	12h 10m	11:35	Long Beach Bus Station	No tags

Get from San Francisco to Long Beach

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 13 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 862, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

13h 55mAverage duration

585 kmDistance

15kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 371 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 87371 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at R 870

Greyhound San Francisco Long Beach recent customer reviews

Am impressed since this is my ever first trip with greyhound

Leopoldo T.

30 January 2020

Seats weren’t too comfortable but everything else was fine.

Tamara L.

18 August 2019

FlixBus

3.5/511 310 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in San Francisco and Long Beach?

Stops in San Francisco

A - Hyde/Beach (Fisherman's Wharf)

B - Powell Station

C - Union Square Hilton

D - San Francisco Greyhound Station

E - 444 Townsend St.

Stops in Long Beach

A - Long Beach Bus Station

Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Francisco, US to Long Beach, CA by bus

How much does a bus ticket from San Francisco to Long Beach cost?
The bus ticket price from San Francisco to Long Beach starts at R 862. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from San Francisco to Long Beach is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from San Francisco to Long Beach?
The average travel time between San Francisco and Long Beach is around 13h 55m, although the fastest bus will take about 9h. This is the time it takes to travel the 588 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between San Francisco and Long Beach?
The number of buses from San Francisco to Long Beach can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 5 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from San Francisco to Long Beach by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from San Francisco to Long Beach?
When taking the bus from San Francisco to Long Beach, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from San Francisco to Long Beach?
Buses travelling between San Francisco and Long Beach leave from Hyde/Beach (Fisherman's Wharf) or Powell Station and arrive at Long Beach Bus Station.

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