San Francisco to Richmond by bus
Richmond lies 1,268 km (788 mi) north of San Francisco, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 23 h including stops, over roughly 1,547 km (962 mi) of road.
| San Francisco | Richmond | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | Canada |
| Population | 827,526 | 209,937 |
| Elevation | 28 m (92 ft) | 9 m (30 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-7 (America/Los_Angeles) | UTC-7 (America/Vancouver) |
What changes when you arrive in Richmond
Crossing from United States into Canada: money changes from the Dollar to the Dollar (CAD); the dialling code becomes +1; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q533806.
Where to book buses from San Francisco to Richmond
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Staying in Richmond
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Common questions
How far is Richmond from San Francisco?
1,268 km (788 mi) in a straight line, north of San Francisco; by road roughly 1,547 km (962 mi).
How long does it take to get from San Francisco to Richmond by bus?
About 23 h, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between San Francisco and Richmond?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Richmond?
The Dollar (CAD).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.