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How to Travel from

Columbus to San Francisco

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Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Norman
Ave. Duration:
7h 39m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$203.82–$828.01

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
7h 54m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$254.77–$382.16
Plane from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Oakland
Ave. Duration:
7h 28m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$318.46–$471.33
Plane from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Norman
Ave. Duration:
7h 33m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$292.99–$445.85

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
5h 9m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$203.82–$764.32
Plane from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Norman
Ave. Duration:
8h 31m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$254.77–$828.01

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Website:
alaskaair.com/
Plane from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Norman
Ave. Duration:
7h 39m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$203.82–$828.01

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
7h 44m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.56–$484.07
Plane from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Oakland
Ave. Duration:
7h
Frequency:
Sunday
Estimated price:
$254.77–$611.45
Plane from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Norman
Ave. Duration:
7h 5m
Frequency:
Saturday
Estimated price:
$254.77–$585.98

Train operators

Caltrain

Phone:
+1 800-660-4287
Website:
caltrain.com
Train from Santa Clara Caltrain Northbound to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$10.19–$12.74

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Chicago Union Station to Richmond
Ave. Duration:
2d 4h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$216.56–$700.62

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Columbus to Denver
Ave. Duration:
29h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$95.54–$560.50
Bus from Denver Union Station to Sparks
Ave. Duration:
20h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$76.43–$471.33
Bus from Sparks Transit Center to San
Ave. Duration:
6h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$17.83–$140.12

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Columbus to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
7h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$34.39–$114.65

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Columbus to San Francisco?

The cheapest way to get from Columbus to San Francisco is to fly which costs $108.70 - $380.43 and takes 6h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Columbus to San Francisco?

The fastest way to get from Columbus to San Francisco is to fly which takes 6h 51m and costs $108.70 - $380.43 .

Is there a direct bus between Columbus and San Francisco?

No, there is no direct bus from Columbus to San Francisco station. However, there are services departing from Columbus and arriving at San Francisco Bus Station via Denver Union Station and Sparks Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 10h.

Is there a direct flight between Columbus and San Francisco?

Yes, there are direct flights between Columbus and San Francisco; these take 5h 9m and cost $103.26 - $358.70 .

How far is it from Columbus to San Francisco?

The distance between Columbus and San Francisco is 3441 km. The road distance is 3898.8 km.

How do I travel from Columbus to San Francisco without a car?

The best way to get from Columbus to San Francisco without a car is to bus which takes 2 days 10h and costs $163.04 - $1032.61 .

How long does it take to get from Columbus to San Francisco?

It takes approximately 6h 51m to get from Columbus to San Francisco, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Columbus to San Francisco bus from?

Columbus to San Francisco bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Columbus station.

Bus or fly from Columbus to San Francisco?

The best way to get from Columbus to San Francisco is to fly which takes 6h 51m and costs $108.70 - $380.43 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $163.04 - $1032.61 and takes 2 days 10h.

Where does the Columbus to San Francisco bus arrive?

Columbus to San Francisco bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Denver Union Station.

What is the time difference between Columbus and San Francisco?

San Francisco is 3h behind Columbus. It is currently 04:05 in Columbus and 01:05 in San Francisco.

Can I drive from Columbus to San Francisco?

Yes, the driving distance between Columbus to San Francisco is 3899 km. It takes approximately 37h 40m to drive from Columbus to San Francisco.

How do I get a bus ticket from Columbus to San Francisco?

Book your Columbus to San Francisco bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near San Francisco?

There are 831+ hotels available in San Francisco. Prices start at $52.37 per night.
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