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San Francisco to Redding Bus Schedule
Is it better to travel by bus or train from San Francisco to Redding?
There are usually 2 daily train trips available from San Francisco to Redding.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. PriceCHF 44.79 | Avg. PriceCHF 50.32 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips2 | Daily Trips2 |
Duration | Duration7h 7m | Duration6h 42m |
Bus from San Francisco to Redding: Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from San Francisco to Redding. Traveling by bus from San Francisco to Redding usually takes around 7 hours and 8 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 6 hours and 20 minutes.
| Distance | 194 mi (313 km) |
| Shortest duration | 6h 20m |
| Cheapest price | CHF 31.50 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 1 |

How much is a bus ticket from San Francisco to Redding?
Bus tickets for a trip from San Francisco to Redding cost CHF 31.70 on average. Opting to take a bus is a wallet-friendly way to make this trip. 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
To save money on bus tickets, buy them as early as possible. Bus carriers usually charge higher ticket prices the closer you book to the date of travel. Book your ticket at least 29 days in advance to save up to CHF 44.67.
What bus companies travel from San Francisco to Redding?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from San Francisco to Redding. 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 9m | CHF 59.49 |
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 San Francisco to Redding every day, with the average journey taking around 7 hours and 9 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Redding usually start from CHF 30.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from San Francisco to Redding
The bus takes an average of 7 hours and 8 minutes to cover the 194 miles from San Francisco to Redding. However, the fastest bus only takes 6 hours and 20 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, Monday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your bus travel for the beginning of the week.
The first bus leaves at 6:00am and the last bus leaves at 4:00pm. To see the times for all buses from San Francisco to Redding, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are usually only 2 buses per day from San Francisco to Redding. 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 San Francisco to Redding; ticket prices start at CHF 40.71.
City Information
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.
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.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in San Francisco?
Main departure station: Salesforce Transit Center
Most buses depart from the main station in San Francisco.
All bus stations in San Francisco:
Salesforce Transit Center
Where does the bus arrive in Redding?
Main arrival station: 1530 Yuba St
All buses from San Francisco arrive at one main station in Redding.
All bus stations in Redding:
1530 Yuba St
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