Bus Tickets from Bakersfield to San Diego (CA), US

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TomorrowJun 1
from US$56
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TueJun 3
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ThuJun 5
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FriJun 6
from US$49
SatJun 7
from US$47
SunJun 8
from US$50

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: June 1 at
    Departure city: Bakersfield
    Departure location: 16th St (Bakersfield)
    Arrival time: June 1 at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: June 1 at
    Departure city: Bakersfield
    Departure location: 16th St (Bakersfield)
    Arrival time: June 2 at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: Downtown SD (Seaport)
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 1 at
    Departure city: Bakersfield
    Departure location: 16th St (Bakersfield)
    Arrival time: June 1 at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 1 at
    Departure city: Bakersfield
    Departure location: 16th St (Bakersfield)
    Arrival time: June 1 at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: UCSD Health La Jolla Station
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 1 at
    Departure city: Bakersfield
    Departure location: 16th St (Bakersfield)
    Arrival time: June 1 at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: Greyhound Bus Stop
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Bakersfield to San Diego: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$56
Average Bus Trip Duration6h 30m
Number of daily buses16
Earliest bus departure4:35am
Distance335 km
Latest bus departure10:30pm

Bakersfield to San Diego Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Bakersfield - San Diego (CA), US

  1. How long does it take to get to San Diego from Bakersfield by bus?

    The trip from Bakersfield to San Diego will take on average 6h 30m. The fastest bus on this trip will get to San Diego in 5h

  2. What is the distance between Bakersfield and San Diego?

    It's about 339 km (210 miles) from Bakersfield to San Diego.

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Bakersfield to San Diego?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Tufesa Bus Station, in Bakersfield, and end it at Mission Valley Sheraton, in San Diego.

  4. What is the cheapest way to travel from Bakersfield to San Diego?

    Taking the bus is the most budget-friendly option to travel from Bakersfield to San Diego. With a starting ticket price of US$43, this bus becomes your top pick for this journey.

  5. How much is the bus from Bakersfield to San Diego?

    Taking the bus from Bakersfield to San Diego costs on average US$56.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
05-29
US$47
05-30
US$63
Today
US$59
06-01
US$48
06-02
US$42
06-03
US$38
06-04
US$36
06-05
US$36
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Bakersfield to San Diego was searched and found on Jun 4, 2025 with a price of US$36

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

You can expect to pay from US$36 to US$123 for a bus ticket from Bakersfield to San Diego based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$36 which is on 2025-06-04.

Usually Greyhound Lines, Inc., Amtrak 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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9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

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