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

The cheapest way to get from San Francisco to Independence is to drive which costs $60 - $90 and takes 6h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from San Francisco to Independence is to fly and bus which takes 4h 53m and costs $60 - $280.

Is there a direct bus between San Francisco and Independence?

No, there is no direct bus from San Francisco to Independence. However, there are services departing from San Francisco - 16th St and arriving at Independence - Post Office, 101 S. Edwards Street via Gardnerville - Kentucky Fried Chicken, 1338 US 395 and Bishop - Vons/Kmart, 1200 N. Main Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 4m.

How far is it from San Francisco to Independence?

The distance between San Francisco and Independence is 288 miles. The road distance is 336.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from San Francisco to Independence without a car is to bus via South Lake Tahoe which takes 11h 4m and costs $240 - $300.

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

It takes approximately 4h 53m to get from San Francisco to Independence, including transfers.

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

San Francisco to Independence bus services, operated by Tahoe Ski Trips, depart from San Francisco - 16th St station.

Where does the San Francisco to Independence bus arrive?

San Francisco to Independence bus services, operated by Tahoe Ski Trips, arrive at Heavenly Valley Ski Lodge station.

Can I drive from San Francisco to Independence?

Yes, the driving distance between San Francisco to Independence is 336 miles. It takes approximately 6h 59m to drive from San Francisco to Independence.

Where can I stay near Independence?

There are four+ hotels available in Independence.

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There are 4 ways to get from San Francisco to Independence by plane, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Fly, bus
best
1. Fly from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Bishop Airport (BIH)plane SFO - BIH
2. Take the bus from Bishop - Vons/Kmart, 1200 N. Main Street to Independence - Post Office, 101 S. Edwards Streetbus
4h 53m
$64–279
Drive 334.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from San Francisco to Independencecar 334.5 mi
6h 59m
$61–89
Bus via South Lake Tahoe
1. Take the bus from San Francisco - 16th St to Heavenly Valley Ski Lodgebus
2. Take the bus from Gardnerville - Kentucky Fried Chicken, 1338 US 395 to Bishop - Vons/Kmart, 1200 N. Main Streetbus 395
3. Take the bus from Bishop - Vons/Kmart, 1200 N. Main Street to Independence - Post Office, 101 S. Edwards Streetbus Lpx / ...
11h 4m
$241–292
Bus
1. Take the bus from San Francisco Bus Station to Sparks Transit Centerbus
2. Take the bus from Reno - RTC Centennial Plaza Bay "O" - 1421 Victorian Avenue, Sparks, NV 89431 to Bishop - Vons/Kmart, 1200 N. Main Streetbus 395
3. Take the bus from Bishop - Vons/Kmart, 1200 N. Main Street to Independence - Post Office, 101 S. Edwards Streetbus Lpx / ...
13h 52m
$78–133

San Francisco to Independence by bus

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Distance: 285.9 mi
Duration: 4h 53m

What companies run services between San Francisco, CA, USA and Independence, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from San Francisco - 16th St to Independence - Post Office, 101 S. Edwards Street via Heavenly Valley Ski Lodge, Gardnerville - Kentucky Fried Chicken, 1338 US 395, and Bishop - Vons/Kmart, 1200 N. Main Street in around 11h 4m.

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How to get fromSan Francisco to Independenceby plane, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

There are 4 ways to get from San Francisco to Independence by plane, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

Fly, bus

Drive 334.5 mi

Bus via South Lake Tahoe

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