Find coaches from San Francisco, US to Portland, OR

Next departures

Next departures from San Francisco to Portland on 16 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Mission St & Fremont St
Union StationCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
San Francisco Bus Station
Portland Curbside Bus StopFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
San Francisco Bus Station
Portland Curbside Bus StopNo tags
Amtrak
Mission St & Fremont St
Union StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 9:29 AM PST.

Get from San Francisco to Portland

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 17 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 1 071, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
17h 5mAverage duration
862 kmDistance
22kgCO₂ emissions

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

  1. How much does a bus ticket from San Francisco to Portland cost?

    The bus ticket price from San Francisco to Portland starts at R 1 071. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from San Francisco to Portland 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!

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

    The average travel time between San Francisco and Portland is around 17h 5m, although the fastest bus will take about 15h 15m. This is the time it takes to travel the 863 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily bus connections are there between San Francisco and Portland?

    The number of buses from San Francisco to Portland can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from San Francisco to Portland by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which bus companies travel from San Francisco to Portland?

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

  5. What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from San Francisco to Portland?

    Buses travelling between San Francisco and Portland leave from Hyde/Beach (Fisherman's Wharf) or Powell Station and arrive at Portland Union Station, Portland Airport, NW Everett & NW 8th Ave.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
13/11
R 2 119
14/11
R 2 417
Today
R 2 417
16/11
R 2 417
17/11
R 1 655
18/11
R 1 594
19/11
R 1 287
20/11
R 1 681
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Francisco, US to Portland, OR was searched and found on 19 Nov 2025 with a price of R 1 287

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 Portland, OR as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 1 287 to R 13 956 for a bus ticket from San Francisco, US to Portland, OR based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 287, which is on 2025-11-19.

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.

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