Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Tijuana Airport Bus Terminal | San Francisco Bus Station | No tags | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | Tijuana Airport Bus Terminal | Hyde/Beach (Fisherman's Wharf) | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Tijuana(Hotel City Express) | Hyde/Beach (Fisherman's Wharf) | No tags | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | Tijuana(Hotel City Express) | 409 Townsend St, SF | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Tijuana(Hotel City Express) | San Francisco Bus Station | No tags |
Get from Tijuana to San Francisco
The journey takes about 16 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 1 114, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Tijuana and San Francisco?
Stops in Tijuana
- B
Terminal Tijuana Línea de Autobuses (ABC)
Frontera 26, Zona Urbana Rio Tijuana, 22010 Tijuana, B.C., Mexico - C
Central de Autobuses
Lázaro Cárdenas 15751, Chapultepec Alamar, 22110 Tijuana, B.C., Mexico - D
Buenavista
Calzada Juan Ojeda Robles 117-B, Col. Guadalupe Victoria, Buenavista Postal, Buena Vista, 22415 Tijuana, B.C. - E
Otay
Plaza Centrum Local 9, 2° Eje Oriente-Poniente No 208 - Ciudad Industrial Nueva, 22046 Tijuana - FCalle Ing. Juan Ojeda Robles 1140, Chapultepec Alamar, 22110 Tijuana, B.C., Mexico
Stops in San Francisco
- A
Hyde/Beach (Fisherman's Wharf)
700 Beach Street, San Francisco, CA 94109, USA - B
Powell Station
25 Cyril Magnin St , San Francisco, CA 94102-2812 - C
Union Square Hilton
255 Mason St,, San Francisco, CA 94102-2114 - D
San Francisco Greyhound Station
200 Folsom St, San Francisco, CA 94105 - E
444 Townsend St.
444 Townsend St, San Francisco, CA 94107, USA
Compare bus companies
Based on 87415 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 1 114
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Tijuana to San Francisco, US by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Tijuana to San Francisco?
The cheapest bus tickets from Tijuana to San Francisco start at R 1 114. The average price for this route is around R 2 484. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Tijuana to San Francisco?
The average bus journey time from Tijuana to San Francisco is 16h 15m, covering a distance of 768 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 14h 15m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Tijuana to San Francisco route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Tijuana to San Francisco?
The earliest bus departs from Tijuana to San Francisco at 03:50. And the latest bus departs at 17:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Tijuana to San Francisco?
A bus trip from Tijuana to San Francisco produces an estimated 19 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Tijuana to San Francisco, US was searched and found on 06 Dec 2025 with a price of R 3 054To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Tijuana to San Francisco, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 3 054 to R 3 054 for a bus ticket from Tijuana to San Francisco, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 3 054, which is on 2025-12-06.
