5.0
Pros: It was a good value for the price. Cons: The seats could be a little more comfortable.
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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Sparks to San Francisco. Traveling by bus from Sparks to San Francisco usually takes around 7 hours and 20 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 7 hours and 5 minutes.
| Distance | 188 mi (303 km) |
| Shortest duration | 7h 5m |
| Cheapest price | $24.49 |
| Trips per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 1 |
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What bus companies travel from Sparks to San Francisco?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Sparks 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 21m | $31.55 |
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 Sparks to San Francisco every day, with the average journey taking around 7 hours and 21 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to San Francisco usually start from $24.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 7 hours and 20 minutes to cover the 188 miles from Sparks to San Francisco. However, the fastest bus only takes 7 hours and 5 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 11:00am and the last bus leaves at 3:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Sparks to San Francisco, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are usually only 2 buses per day from Sparks to San Francisco. Both of these are direct buses, meaning that you do not have to worry about transferring buses at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Sparks to San Francisco; ticket prices start at $82.00.
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.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Sparks?
Main departure station: Sparks Transit Center - 1421 Victorian Ave
Most buses depart from the main station in Sparks.
All bus stations in Sparks:
Sparks Transit Center - 1421 Victorian Ave
Where does the bus arrive in San Francisco?
Main arrival station: Salesforce Transit Center
All buses from Sparks arrive at one main station in San Francisco.
All bus stations in San Francisco:
Salesforce Transit Center
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