What is the best way to travel from Denver to San Francisco?
Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Flights and Buses to San Francisco from Denver. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 1 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach San Francisco from Denver?
You can reach San Francisco with just £207 by taking a Bus from Greyhound US, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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Volaris10h 30m012:00Denver AirportDenver Airport21:30Oakland AirportOakland Airport0EconomyA Flight from Volaris goes from Denver Airport, Denver Airport (USA) at 05/02/2026 12:00:00 to Oakland Airport, Oakland Airport (USA) arriving at 05/02/2026 21:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £455 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 30m
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United Airlines12h 38m007:45Denver AirportDenver Airport19:23Oakland AirportOakland Airport0EconomyA Flight from United Airlines goes from Denver Airport, Denver Airport (USA) at 05/02/2026 07:45:00 to Oakland Airport, Oakland Airport (USA) arriving at 05/02/2026 19:23:00. 50 Economy ticket for £492 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 38m
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Alaska Airlines10h 23m007:00Denver AirportDenver Airport16:23Oakland AirportOakland Airport0EconomyA Flight from Alaska Airlines goes from Denver Airport, Denver Airport (USA) at 05/02/2026 07:00:00 to Oakland Airport, Oakland Airport (USA) arriving at 05/02/2026 16:23:00. 50 Economy ticket for £512 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 23m
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Hawaiian Airlines10h 23m007:00Denver AirportDenver Airport16:23Oakland AirportOakland Airport0EconomyA Flight from Hawaiian Airlines goes from Denver Airport, Denver Airport (USA) at 05/02/2026 07:00:00 to Oakland Airport, Oakland Airport (USA) arriving at 05/02/2026 16:23:00. 50 Economy ticket for £512 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 23m
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Alaska Airlines14h 40m007:00Denver AirportDenver Airport20:40Oakland AirportOakland Airport0EconomyA Flight from Alaska Airlines goes from Denver Airport, Denver Airport (USA) at 05/02/2026 07:00:00 to Oakland Airport, Oakland Airport (USA) arriving at 05/02/2026 20:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £579 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 40m
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Greyhound US27h 40m009:45DenverUnion Station12:25San FranciscoBus Station Transbay0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Denver (USA) at 07/02/2026 09:45:00 to Bus Station Transbay, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 08/02/2026 12:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £207 per person are available. Travel duration is 27h 40m
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Greyhound US33h 20m009:45DenverUnion Station18:05San FranciscoBus Station Transbay0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Denver (USA) at 07/02/2026 09:45:00 to Bus Station Transbay, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 08/02/2026 18:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £207 per person are available. Travel duration is 33h 20m
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Greyhound US32h 0m011:05DenverUnion Station18:05San Francisco5th/Townsend0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Denver (USA) at 07/02/2026 11:05:00 to 5th/Townsend, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 08/02/2026 18:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £223 per person are available. Travel duration is 32h 0m
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Greyhound US38h 5m019:00DenverUnion Station08:05San Francisco5th/Townsend0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Denver (USA) at 07/02/2026 19:00:00 to 5th/Townsend, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 09/02/2026 08:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £259 per person are available. Travel duration is 38h 5m
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Greyhound US37h 15m019:00DenverUnion Station07:15San FranciscoBus Station Transbay0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Denver (USA) at 07/02/2026 19:00:00 to Bus Station Transbay, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 09/02/2026 07:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £261 per person are available. Travel duration is 37h 15m
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What are the fastest trips from Denver to San Francisco?
You can get to San Francisco from Denver in just 10h 23m with a Flight from Alaska Airlines. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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Alaska Airlines10h 23m007:00Denver AirportDenver Airport16:23Oakland AirportOakland Airport0EconomyA Flight from Alaska Airlines goes from Denver Airport, Denver Airport (USA) at 05/02/2026 07:00:00 to Oakland Airport, Oakland Airport (USA) arriving at 05/02/2026 16:23:00. 50 Economy ticket for £512 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 23m
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Hawaiian Airlines10h 23m007:00Denver AirportDenver Airport16:23Oakland AirportOakland Airport0EconomyA Flight from Hawaiian Airlines goes from Denver Airport, Denver Airport (USA) at 05/02/2026 07:00:00 to Oakland Airport, Oakland Airport (USA) arriving at 05/02/2026 16:23:00. 50 Economy ticket for £512 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 23m
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Volaris10h 30m012:00Denver AirportDenver Airport21:30Oakland AirportOakland Airport0EconomyA Flight from Volaris goes from Denver Airport, Denver Airport (USA) at 05/02/2026 12:00:00 to Oakland Airport, Oakland Airport (USA) arriving at 05/02/2026 21:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £455 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 30m
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United Airlines12h 38m007:45Denver AirportDenver Airport19:23Oakland AirportOakland Airport0EconomyA Flight from United Airlines goes from Denver Airport, Denver Airport (USA) at 05/02/2026 07:45:00 to Oakland Airport, Oakland Airport (USA) arriving at 05/02/2026 19:23:00. 50 Economy ticket for £492 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 38m
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Alaska Airlines14h 40m007:00Denver AirportDenver Airport20:40Oakland AirportOakland Airport0EconomyA Flight from Alaska Airlines goes from Denver Airport, Denver Airport (USA) at 05/02/2026 07:00:00 to Oakland Airport, Oakland Airport (USA) arriving at 05/02/2026 20:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £579 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 40m
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Greyhound US27h 40m009:45DenverUnion Station12:25San FranciscoBus Station Transbay0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Denver (USA) at 07/02/2026 09:45:00 to Bus Station Transbay, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 08/02/2026 12:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £207 per person are available. Travel duration is 27h 40m
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Greyhound US32h 0m011:05DenverUnion Station18:05San Francisco5th/Townsend0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Denver (USA) at 07/02/2026 11:05:00 to 5th/Townsend, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 08/02/2026 18:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £223 per person are available. Travel duration is 32h 0m
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Greyhound US33h 20m009:45DenverUnion Station18:05San FranciscoBus Station Transbay0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Denver (USA) at 07/02/2026 09:45:00 to Bus Station Transbay, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 08/02/2026 18:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £207 per person are available. Travel duration is 33h 20m
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Greyhound US37h 15m019:00DenverUnion Station07:15San FranciscoBus Station Transbay0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Denver (USA) at 07/02/2026 19:00:00 to Bus Station Transbay, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 09/02/2026 07:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £261 per person are available. Travel duration is 37h 15m
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Greyhound US38h 5m019:00DenverUnion Station08:05San Francisco5th/Townsend0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Denver (USA) at 07/02/2026 19:00:00 to 5th/Townsend, San Francisco (USA) arriving at 09/02/2026 08:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £259 per person are available. Travel duration is 38h 5m
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Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Denver to San Francisco
What are the most popular stations in Denver and San Francisco?
In Denver, you will usually depart from Federal Blvd & W 19th Ave Bus Stop, Union Station or Bus Stop, while in San Francisco you will be arriving at One Ferry Building, Beach St & Hyde St or SoMa, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to San Francisco from Denver? With 5 connections between 1 Flight and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Denver and San Francisco, you can pay as low as £207 with a Bus from Greyhound US.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from Alaska Airlines: you will get to San Francisco in just 10h 23m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Denver and San Francisco are Greyhound US, Alaska Airlines and Volaris, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Denver and San Francisco is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Mountain View, CO or to Daly City, CA, and look at flights from Denver Airport, and landing at San Francisco, CA - Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Denver to San Francisco?
The most popular companies between Denver and San Francisco, are Greyhound US, Alaska Airlines and Volaris. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: Greyhound US
Airlines: Alaska Airlines, Volaris, United Airlines and 1 more.
All you need to know when you travel from Denver to San Francisco
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Denver to San Francisco. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Denver to San Francisco
How can I reach San Francisco from Denver?
Every day, there are on average 5 connections between Flight and Bus, with which you can get to San Francisco from Denver.
How far is San Francisco from Denver?
The distance between Denver and San Francisco is 1,522.2 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Denver and San Francisco?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 41 kgs of CO2, a train 53 kgs, a car 259 kgs, and a flight 374 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Denver to San Francisco?
You can get to San Francisco with just £207 by taking a Bus from Greyhound US.
What is the fastest way to get from Denver to San Francisco?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to San Francisco in just 10h 23m with a Flight from Alaska Airlines.
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