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What is the best way to travel from New York to San Francisco?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Buses and Flights for the journey to San Francisco from New York. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Flight is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
78h 20m
£197
£260
27
Flight
6h 28m
£93
£265
97

What is the cheapest way to reach San Francisco from New York?

You can get to San Francisco with just £93 by taking a Flight from Spirit Airlines, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

today
from £199
tomorrow
from £213
Sunday
from £220
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
from £93
Thursday

    Cheapest Buses today

  • Greyhound US
    83h 15m
    0
    23:00
    New York
    Port Authority Bus Terminal
    07:15
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £199
  • FlixBus
    84h 40m
    0
    21:00
    New York
    Chinatown
    06:40
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £200
  • FlixBus
    85h 15m
    0
    21:00
    New York
    Chinatown
    07:15
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £200
  • Greyhound US
    78h 20m
    0
    15:20
    New York
    Port Authority Bus Terminal
    18:40
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £211
  • Greyhound US
    80h 15m
    0
    13:25
    New York
    G. Washington Bridge Bus Station
    18:40
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £213

    Cheapest Flights tomorrow

  • Frontier Airlines
    14h 5m
    0
    11:00
    John F. Kennedy Airport
    John F. Kennedy Airport - Terminal 7
    22:05
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £213
  • Sun Country Airlines
    8h 27m
    0
    11:31
    John F. Kennedy Airport
    John F. Kennedy Airport - Terminal 7
    16:58
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    0
    Sun Country Airlines
    Economy
    from £243
  • Frontier Airlines
    11h 9m
    0
    07:59
    John F. Kennedy Airport
    John F. Kennedy Airport - Terminal 7
    16:08
    Oakland Airport
    Oakland Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £300
  • Alaska Airlines
    30h 49m
    0
    11:30
    John F. Kennedy Airport
    John F. Kennedy Airport - Terminal 7
    15:19
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from £307
  • Spirit Airlines
    26h 30m
    0
    09:55
    LaGuardia Airport
    LaGuardia Airport
    09:25
    Oakland Airport
    Oakland Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from £309
  • Alaska Airlines
    11h 0m
    0
    07:00
    John F. Kennedy Airport
    John F. Kennedy Airport - Terminal 7
    15:00
    Oakland Airport
    Oakland Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from £312
  • Cheapest Buses tomorrow

  • Greyhound US
    83h 45m
    0
    21:55
    New York
    Port Authority Bus Terminal
    06:40
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £384
  • FlixBus
    85h 50m
    0
    11:00
    New York
    Chinatown
    21:50
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £399
  • FlixBus
    85h 15m
    0
    21:00
    New York
    Chinatown
    07:15
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £410
  • FlixBus
    84h 40m
    0
    21:00
    New York
    Chinatown
    06:40
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £410
  • Greyhound US
    83h 25m
    0
    13:25
    New York
    G. Washington Bridge Bus Station
    21:50
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £430

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • Greyhound US
    78h 20m
    0
    15:20
    New York
    Port Authority Bus Terminal
    18:40
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £220
  • Greyhound US
    80h 15m
    0
    13:25
    New York
    G. Washington Bridge Bus Station
    18:40
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £222
  • Greyhound US
    83h 25m
    0
    13:25
    New York
    G. Washington Bridge Bus Station
    21:50
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £222
  • FlixBus
    81h 25m
    0
    12:15
    New York
    31st & 8th Ave
    18:40
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £224
  • FlixBus
    82h 40m
    0
    11:00
    New York
    Chinatown
    18:40
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £224

    Cheapest Flights Wednesday

  • Spirit Airlines
    22h 37m
    0
    22:04
    Newark Airport
    Newark Airport
    17:41
    Oakland Airport
    Oakland Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from £93
  • Spirit Airlines
    19h 59m
    0
    16:30
    LaGuardia Airport
    LaGuardia Airport
    09:29
    Oakland Airport
    Oakland Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from £120
  • Spirit Airlines
    17h 0m
    0
    06:30
    LaGuardia Airport
    LaGuardia Airport
    20:30
    Oakland Airport
    Oakland Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from £150
  • Frontier Airlines
    8h 57m
    0
    07:59
    John F. Kennedy Airport
    John F. Kennedy Airport - Terminal 7
    13:56
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £153
  • JetBlue Airways
    14h 53m
    0
    21:50
    John F. Kennedy Airport
    John F. Kennedy Airport - Terminal 7
    09:43
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    0
    JetBlue Airways
    Economy
    from £179
  • United Airlines
    8h 16m
    0
    06:00
    Newark Airport
    Newark Airport
    11:16
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £207
  • Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • Greyhound US
    78h 20m
    0
    15:20
    New York
    Port Authority Bus Terminal
    18:40
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £197
  • Greyhound US
    80h 15m
    0
    13:25
    New York
    G. Washington Bridge Bus Station
    18:40
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £199
  • Greyhound US
    83h 25m
    0
    13:25
    New York
    G. Washington Bridge Bus Station
    21:50
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £199
  • FlixBus
    81h 40m
    0
    12:00
    New York
    31st & 8th Ave
    18:40
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £216
  • FlixBus
    82h 40m
    0
    11:00
    New York
    Chinatown
    18:40
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £216

What are the fastest trips from New York to San Francisco?

You can get to San Francisco from New York in just 6h 28m with a Flight from United Airlines. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

today
from 6h 20m
tomorrow
from 6h 28m
Sunday
from 6h 20m
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
from 8h 16m
Thursday

    Fastest Buses today

  • Greyhound US
    78h 20m
    0
    15:20
    New York
    Port Authority Bus Terminal
    18:40
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £211
  • Greyhound US
    80h 15m
    0
    13:25
    New York
    G. Washington Bridge Bus Station
    18:40
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £213
  • Greyhound US
    83h 15m
    0
    23:00
    New York
    Port Authority Bus Terminal
    07:15
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £199
  • FlixBus
    84h 40m
    0
    21:00
    New York
    Chinatown
    06:40
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £200
  • FlixBus
    85h 15m
    0
    21:00
    New York
    Chinatown
    07:15
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £200

    Fastest Flights tomorrow

  • United Airlines
    6h 28m
    0
    06:00
    Newark Airport
    Newark Airport
    09:28
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £350
  • Sun Country Airlines
    8h 27m
    0
    11:31
    John F. Kennedy Airport
    John F. Kennedy Airport - Terminal 7
    16:58
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    0
    Sun Country Airlines
    Economy
    from £243
  • Alaska Airlines
    11h 0m
    0
    07:00
    John F. Kennedy Airport
    John F. Kennedy Airport - Terminal 7
    15:00
    Oakland Airport
    Oakland Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from £312
  • Frontier Airlines
    11h 9m
    0
    07:59
    John F. Kennedy Airport
    John F. Kennedy Airport - Terminal 7
    16:08
    Oakland Airport
    Oakland Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £300
  • JetBlue Airways
    13h 39m
    0
    13:35
    LaGuardia Airport
    LaGuardia Airport
    00:14
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    0
    JetBlue Airways
    Economy
    from £324
  • Frontier Airlines
    14h 5m
    0
    11:00
    John F. Kennedy Airport
    John F. Kennedy Airport - Terminal 7
    22:05
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £213
  • Fastest Buses tomorrow

  • Greyhound US
    83h 25m
    0
    13:25
    New York
    G. Washington Bridge Bus Station
    21:50
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £430
  • Greyhound US
    83h 45m
    0
    21:55
    New York
    Port Authority Bus Terminal
    06:40
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £384
  • FlixBus
    84h 40m
    0
    21:00
    New York
    Chinatown
    06:40
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £410
  • FlixBus
    85h 15m
    0
    21:00
    New York
    Chinatown
    07:15
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £410
  • FlixBus
    85h 50m
    0
    11:00
    New York
    Chinatown
    21:50
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £399

    Fastest Buses Sunday

  • Greyhound US
    78h 20m
    0
    15:20
    New York
    Port Authority Bus Terminal
    18:40
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £220
  • Greyhound US
    80h 15m
    0
    13:25
    New York
    G. Washington Bridge Bus Station
    18:40
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £222
  • FlixBus
    81h 25m
    0
    12:15
    New York
    31st & 8th Ave
    18:40
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £224
  • FlixBus
    82h 40m
    0
    11:00
    New York
    Chinatown
    18:40
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £224
  • Greyhound US
    83h 25m
    0
    13:25
    New York
    G. Washington Bridge Bus Station
    21:50
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £222

    Fastest Flights Wednesday

  • United Airlines
    8h 16m
    0
    06:00
    Newark Airport
    Newark Airport
    11:16
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £207
  • Frontier Airlines
    8h 57m
    0
    07:59
    John F. Kennedy Airport
    John F. Kennedy Airport - Terminal 7
    13:56
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £153
  • Alaska Airlines
    12h 16m
    0
    07:00
    John F. Kennedy Airport
    John F. Kennedy Airport - Terminal 7
    16:16
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from £243
  • Alaska Airlines
    13h 20m
    0
    13:31
    Newark Airport
    Newark Airport
    23:51
    Oakland Airport
    Oakland Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from £404
  • JetBlue Airways
    14h 53m
    0
    21:50
    John F. Kennedy Airport
    John F. Kennedy Airport - Terminal 7
    09:43
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    San Francisco, CA - Airport
    0
    JetBlue Airways
    Economy
    from £179
  • Alaska Airlines
    15h 6m
    0
    11:45
    John F. Kennedy Airport
    John F. Kennedy Airport - Terminal 7
    23:51
    Oakland Airport
    Oakland Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from £402
  • Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • Greyhound US
    78h 20m
    0
    15:20
    New York
    Port Authority Bus Terminal
    18:40
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £197
  • Greyhound US
    80h 15m
    0
    13:25
    New York
    G. Washington Bridge Bus Station
    18:40
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £199
  • FlixBus
    81h 40m
    0
    12:00
    New York
    31st & 8th Ave
    18:40
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £216
  • FlixBus
    82h 40m
    0
    11:00
    New York
    Chinatown
    18:40
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £216
  • Greyhound US
    83h 25m
    0
    13:25
    New York
    G. Washington Bridge Bus Station
    21:50
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £199
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from New York to San Francisco

What are the most popular stations in New York and San Francisco?

In New York, you will usually depart from Port Authority Bus Terminal, Grand Central Terminal or West 34th Street, while in San Francisco you will be arriving at One Ferry Building, Beach St & Hyde St or SoMa, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to San Francisco from New York? With 10 connections between 2 Bus and Flight operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between New York and San Francisco, you can pay as low as £93 with a Flight from Spirit Airlines.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from United Airlines: you will get to San Francisco in just 6h 28m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting New York and San Francisco are Greyhound US, FlixBus and Alaska Airlines, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in New York and San Francisco is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Jersey City or to Daly City, CA, and look at flights from John F. Kennedy Airport, and landing at San Francisco, CA - Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from New York to San Francisco?

The most popular companies between New York and San Francisco, are Greyhound US, FlixBus and Alaska Airlines. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: Greyhound US and FlixBus

Airlines: Alaska Airlines, Spirit Airlines, Frontier Airlines and 4 more.

All you need to know when you travel from New York to San Francisco

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from New York to San Francisco. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from New York to San Francisco

How can I reach San Francisco from New York?

Every day, there are on average 10 connections between Bus and Flight, with which you can get to San Francisco from New York.

How far is San Francisco from New York?

The distance between New York and San Francisco is 4,126.8 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between New York and San Francisco?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 111 kgs of CO2, a train 144 kgs, a car 702 kgs, and a flight 1,015 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from New York to San Francisco?

You can get to San Francisco with just £93 by taking a Flight from Spirit Airlines.

What is the fastest way to get from New York to San Francisco?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to San Francisco in just 6h 28m with a Flight from United Airlines.

More routes to New York and to San Francisco

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to New York and to San Francisco. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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