Find coaches from San Francisco, US to Houston, US

Next departures

Next departures from San Francisco to Houston on 30 August
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus + Greyhound Lines Mexico
San Francisco Bus Station
Houston Uptown/Upper KirbyCheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
409 Townsend St, SF
Houston Bus StationFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
409 Townsend St, SF
Houston Bus StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico
409 Townsend St, SF
Downtown Gray & SmithNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit
409 Townsend St, SF
Houston Uptown/Upper KirbyNo tags

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Bus San Francisco, US to Houston, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$177
Average bus trip duration2d 10h
Number of daily buses27
Earliest bus departure06:30
Distance1638 miles
Latest bus departure23:25

San Francisco to Houston Bus

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

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

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

  1. What's the distance between San Francisco and Houston by coach?

    The journey from San Francisco to Houston by coach covers an approximate distance of 1641 miles (2647 km).

  2. How can I travel from San Francisco to Houston avoiding air travel?

    You can choose the coach to travel this route. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
27/08
US$256
28/08
US$140
Today
US$201
30/08
US$174
31/08
US$179
01/09
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02/09
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03/09
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Francisco, US to Houston, US was searched and found on 28 Aug 2025 with a price of US$140

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 Houston, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$140 to US$1,384 for a bus ticket from San Francisco, US to Houston, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$174, which is on 2025-08-30.

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

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from San Francisco to Houston.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

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

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

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

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.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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