Bus from Buffalo, NY to San Diego, CA, US: Tickets & Schedules

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Buffalo to San Diego on December 5
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound + FlixBus
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Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority
UCSD Health La Jolla StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
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Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority
Balboa ParkNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority
Downtown SD (Seaport)No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus
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Buffalo (BUF) Airport
Downtown SD (Seaport)No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Buffalo to San Diego

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 2 days, 15 hours 14 minutes, and with fares starting at just $501, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
2d 15hAverage Duration
3528 kmDistance
321kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$321 - $902Average Duration3d 6h
88kg CO₂e
Average Price$501 - $3,281Average Duration2d 15h
321kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Buffalo, NY to San Diego, CA, US by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Buffalo to San Diego?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Buffalo to San Diego start from $321. The average price for this route is around $545. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Buffalo to San Diego?

    The average bus travel time from Buffalo to San Diego is 3d 6h, covering a distance of 3523 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3d 3h and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Buffalo to San Diego route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 15 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Buffalo to San Diego?

    The earliest bus departs from Buffalo to San Diego at 7:55am. And the latest bus departs at 11:20pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Buffalo to San Diego?

    A bus trip from Buffalo to San Diego generates an estimated 88 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Buffalo to San Diego?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87387 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Buffalo to San Diego?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Buffalo to San Diego?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Buffalo to San Diego?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

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$311
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Buffalo, NY to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on Dec 10, 2025 with a price of $311

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

You can expect to pay from $311 to $311 for a bus ticket from Buffalo, NY to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $311 which is on 2025-12-10.

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