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Redding to San Francisco Bus Schedule
Is it better to travel by bus or train from Redding to San Francisco?
There are usually 4 daily train trips available from Redding to San Francisco.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. PriceCZK 1,158.20 | Avg. PriceCZK 1,481.72 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips2 | Daily Trips4 |
Duration | Duration7h 13m | Duration8h 13m |
Bus from Redding to San Francisco: Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Redding to San Francisco. Traveling by bus from Redding to San Francisco usually takes around 7 hours and 17 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 6 hours and 30 minutes.
| Distance | 194 mi (313 km) |
| Shortest duration | 6h 30m |
| Cheapest price | CZK 832.98 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 1 |

How much is a bus ticket from Redding to San Francisco?
Bus tickets for a trip from Redding to San Francisco cost CZK 933.23 on average. Tickets cheaper than CZK 933.23 are an excellent bargain. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Monthly avg. prices
Prices as travel date approaches
Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. To find the cheapest bus tickets, book your trip at least 23 days in advance. This way, you can save up to CZK 907.27 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.
What bus companies travel from Redding to San Francisco?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Redding to San Francisco. Greyhound is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 2 | 7h 18m | CZK 1,477.50 |
Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 2 bus trips from Redding to San Francisco every day, with the average journey taking around 7 hours and 18 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to San Francisco usually start from CZK 833.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Redding to San Francisco
The bus takes an average of 7 hours and 17 minutes to cover the 194 miles from Redding to San Francisco. However, the fastest bus only takes 6 hours and 30 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Thursday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded buses to San Francisco, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
The first bus leaves at 4:00am and the last bus leaves at 11:00am. To see the times for all buses from Redding to San Francisco, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are usually only 2 buses per day from Redding to San Francisco. However, neither bus offers direct service, so you will have to get off your original vehicle to transfer buses during the trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Redding to San Francisco; ticket prices start at CZK 1,287.35.
City Information
Redding

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Redding is a city in Northern California and is often known as this region's cultural and economic capital. It offers a wide range of fun activities and outdoor areas to explore, like the Whiskeytown National Recreation Area, offering picturesque waterfalls and a lake, and the Turtle Bay Exploration Park, which includes botanical gardens, a greenhouse, and a natural history museum. Want some incredible views? Head to the Sundial Bridge, a suspension bridge covering the Sacramento River that works as a sundial.
Redding is a popular location for adventure, as it's sunny almost 90% of the time. It is a popular location for young professionals and students who want to escape the bustling of other major California cities. Beer lovers will be pleased to explore the craft beer scene, and it also features wineries, vineyards, and cellars. The city is constantly holding beer, food, arts, and music festivals, with the Redding Fire Festival being one of the most popular.
If you're visiting Redding, over 100 cities provide train routes going to this city through Amtrak and Amtrak Coast Starlight. You can also access the city by bus provided by Jefferson Lines. The town also has good transport links, with the dominant mode of transportation being the buses provided by the Redding Area Bus Authority.
San Francisco

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Located in the heart of Northern California's Bay Area, San Francisco is a geographically small but culturally huge city known for its historic cable cars, active waterfront, and the eclectic mix of hippies and techies who call it home. While it might be one of the most expensive U.S. cities to live in, San Fran can actually be very cheap to visit, and there is no shortage of unique sights to see.
If the city's omnipresent fog (nicknamed "Karl the Fog" by locals) takes a break, the best views and Instagram photo ops of the world-famous Golden Gate Bridge are found in Golden Gate Park. Stroll through the oldest Chinatown in North America to find the perfect dim sum, or if you and your boo prefer a little Full House moment, try a romantic picnic at Alamo Square Park in front of the Victorian "Painted Ladies." After all, San Francisco is one of the best vacation destinations for couples.
Since the city is condensed onto a small peninsula, exploring by bike is an efficient and scenic way to get around. When you’re ready to travel beyond city limits, San Francisco is a convenient hub for trips throughout Northern California. It's actually the first stop on Wanderu's West Coast Wine Tour, with the next stop, obviously, in Napa Valley. Whether traveling by bus, train, or through either of the two nearby airports, San Francisco is a can't-miss destination.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Redding?
Main departure station: 1530 Yuba St
Most buses depart from the main station in Redding.
All bus stations in Redding:
1530 Yuba St
Where does the bus arrive in San Francisco?
Main arrival station: Salesforce Transit Center
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in San Francisco.
All bus stations in San Francisco:
Salesforce Transit Center
Caltrain Station - 5th & Townsend St
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