How far is San Francisco from Stockton?

The distance separating San Francisco and Stockton is 63 miles (102 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from San Francisco to Stockton?

Most of the buses traveling from San Francisco to Stockton leave from Hyde/Beach (Fisherman's Wharf) and arrive at Stockton Bus Station. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Stockton?

Once in Stockton, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Stockton Symphony, Stockton Ports, Regal Stockton City Centre Cinema 16 & IMAX, Pixie Woods Amusement Park and Stockton Arena.

Bus San Francisco to Stockton from $19 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for San Francisco to Stockton on October 23
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
11:00am	Mission St & Fremont St	2h 19m	1:19pm	San Joaquin Street Station	CheapestFastest
4:00pm	San Francisco Bus Station	6h 50m	10:50pm	Stockton (GLI), CA	No tags
12:50pm	Mission St & Fremont St	2h 29m	3:19pm	San Joaquin Street Station	No tags
4:40pm	Mission St & Fremont St	2h 39m	7:19pm	San Joaquin Street Station	No tags

Next departures for San Francisco to Stockton on October 24
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:55am	Mission St & Fremont St	2h 24m	9:19am	San Joaquin Street Station	Cheapest
7:00am	Mission St & Fremont St	2h 19m	9:19am	San Joaquin Street Station	Fastest
4:00pm	San Francisco Bus Station	6h 50m	10:50pm	Stockton (GLI), CA	No tags
8:50am	Mission St & Fremont St	2h 29m	11:19am	San Joaquin Street Station	No tags
11:00am	Mission St & Fremont St	2h 19m	1:19pm	San Joaquin Street Station	No tags

Next departures for San Francisco to Stockton on October 27
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:55am	Mission St & Fremont St	2h 24m	9:19am	San Joaquin Street Station	Cheapest
7:00am	Mission St & Fremont St	2h 19m	9:19am	San Joaquin Street Station	Fastest
6:30am	San Francisco Bus Station	4h 30m	11:00am	Stockton (GLI), CA	No tags
8:50am	Mission St & Fremont St	2h 29m	11:19am	San Joaquin Street Station	No tags
4:00pm	San Francisco Bus Station	6h 50m	10:50pm	Stockton (GLI), CA	No tags

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Get from San Francisco to Stockton

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 6 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

6h 50mAverage Duration

62 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

Bus San Francisco, US to Stockton, CA: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$39

Average bus trip duration6h 50m

Number of daily buses2

Earliest bus departure6:30am

Distance62 miles (99 km)

Latest bus departure4:00pm

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Amtrak

4/55,542 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587,329 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Greyhound San Francisco Stockton recent customer reviews

Worst trip ever. Our first bus was late by 6mins, the bus left all the transfering passengers and we all had to wait 3.5 hours for the next bus which took us to a closed greyhound station at almost midnight. Our trip started at 330p and was supposed to be completed by 730p. We got home by 1230a.

Valerie M.

April 17, 2017

FlixBus

3.5/511,019 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

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Where are the popular stops in San Francisco and Stockton?

Stops in San Francisco

A - Hyde/Beach (Fisherman's Wharf)

B - Powell Station

C - Union Square Hilton

D - San Francisco Greyhound Station

E - 444 Townsend St.

Stops in Stockton

A - Stockton Bus Station

B - Martin Luther King Blvd

Frequently asked questions for your trip San Francisco, US - Stockton, CA

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The cheapest trip from San Francisco, US to Stockton, CA was searched and found on Oct 26, 2025 with a price of $23

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from San Francisco, US to Stockton, CA, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $23 to $45 for a bus ticket from San Francisco, US to Stockton, CA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $23 which is on 2025-10-26.

Usually Amtrak, Greyhound will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from San Francisco to Stockton.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from San Francisco to Stockton, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from San Francisco to Stockton that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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Did you know?

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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Get from San Francisco to Stockton

Bus San Francisco, US to Stockton, CA: Trip Overview

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Where are the popular stops in San Francisco and Stockton?

Frequently asked questions for your trip San Francisco, US - Stockton, CA

How far is San Francisco from Stockton?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from San Francisco to Stockton?

What are the best sights and things to do in Stockton?

Find cheapest prices for buses

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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Why choose Busbud?

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