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How to Travel from

Southern California to San Francisco

by Plane, Rideshare, Route or Car

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Transport providers

Airlines

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Palm Springs International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 49m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$191.35–$586.82

Frontier Airlines

Website:
flyfrontier.com/
Plane from Palm Springs International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 43m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$20.41–$165.84

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Website:
alaskaair.com/
Plane from Palm Springs International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 42m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.60–$484.76

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Palm Springs International Airport to Oakland
Ave. Duration:
1h 33m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.43–$408.22

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Bakersfield to Oakland
Ave. Duration:
6h 16m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$40.82–$153.08
Bus from Barstow Amtrak Bus Stop to Bakersfield
Ave. Duration:
2h 52m
Frequency:
Once daily

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Bakersfield Train Station to San
Ave. Duration:
7h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$22.96–$178.60

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Barstow Station to Los
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$14.03–$58.68
Bus from Los Angeles to San
Ave. Duration:
7h 25m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$35.72–$121.19

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Southern California to San Francisco?

The cheapest way to get from Southern California to San Francisco is to drive which costs $76.09 - $119.57 and takes 8h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Southern California to San Francisco?

The fastest way to get from Southern California to San Francisco is to drive and fly which takes 4h 40m and costs $108.70 - $369.57 .

How far is it from Southern California to San Francisco?

The distance between Southern California and San Francisco is 842 km. The road distance is 719.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Southern California to San Francisco without a car is to bus and train which takes 12h 16m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Southern California to San Francisco?

It takes approximately 4h 40m to get from Southern California to San Francisco, including transfers.

Can I drive from Southern California to San Francisco?

Yes, the driving distance between Southern California to San Francisco is 720 km. It takes approximately 8h 30m to drive from Southern California to San Francisco.

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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