The cheapest and fastest buses from San Francisco, CA to Ann Arbor, MI
Cheapest price
$651
Average price
$651
Fastest journey
2 d 16 h 20 m
Average duration
2 d 16 h 20 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
3302 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from San Francisco, CA to Ann Arbor, MI is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from San Francisco, CA to Ann Arbor, MI will cost around $651 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $651.
It's difficult to get from San Francisco, CA to Ann Arbor, MI without transferring at least 3 times.
1:30 PM64h20San Francisco, CA5:50 AMAnn Arbor, MI$6511One-way3 transfers
1:30 PM64h20San Francisco, CA5:50 AMAnn Arbor, MI$6511One-way3 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for San Francisco, CA to Ann Arbor, MI
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from San Francisco, CA to Ann Arbor, MI among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $301. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 12h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $301, and a train costs an average of $1489.
Distance: 2051 miles (3302 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
$343 Average price Cheapest | $420 Average price | $2324 Average price |
62h 18m Average total duration 61h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 57m Average total duration Fastest 12h 57m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 63h 39m Average total duration 63h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
San Francisco, CA to Ann Arbor, MI bus times
The table below shows live departures for San Francisco, CA to Ann Arbor, MI buses for today, Wednesday, April 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:20 PM San Francisco, CA | 65h40 | 10:00 AM Ann Arbor, MI | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:30 PM San Francisco, CA | 60h30 | 10:00 AM Ann Arbor, MI | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from San Francisco, CA to Ann Arbor, MI
Buses from San Francisco, CA to Ann Arbor, MI run on average 6 times per day, taking around 61h 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $301 (€244) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:45, the last at 23:25. The fastest bus covers the 2051 miles (3302 km) distance in 60h 30m.
Distance 2051 miles (3302 km) |
Average bus duration 61h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $301 (€244) |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 60h 30m |
First bus 12:45 AM |
Last bus 11:25 PM |
FAQs: Bus from San Francisco, CA to Ann Arbor, MI
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Francisco, CA to Ann Arbor, MI by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Ann Arbor, MI, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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