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WedMar 20
from US$20
ThuMar 21
from US$20
FriMar 22
from US$25
SatMar 23
from US$25
SunMar 24
from US$25
MonMar 25
from US$20
TueMar 26
WedMar 27

Cheap buses leaving Wednesday

One passenger / one way

Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
12:10PM
2h45m
2:55PM
Los Angeles - Los Angeles Union Station
Cheapest
San Diego - San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Cheapest
Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
6:45PM
3h45m
10:30PM
Los Angeles - Los Angeles Union Station
2nd Cheapest
San Diego - Downtown SD (Seaport)
2nd Cheapest
Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
7:15AM
2h10m
9:25AM
Los Angeles - Union Station
Fastest
San Diego - UCSD Health La Jolla Station
Fastest
Operated by: TufesaTufesa
2:15AM
2h45m
5:00AM
Los Angeles - Downtown Tufesa Station
San Diego - San Ysidro McDonald's
Operated by: TufesaTufesa
2:15PM
2h45m
5:00PM
Los Angeles - Downtown Tufesa Station
San Diego - San Ysidro McDonald's
Bus Los Angeles to San Diego: Trip Overview

Bus Los Angeles to San Diego: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$39
Average Bus Trip Duration3h 20m
Number of daily buses54
Earliest bus departure2:15 AM
Distance179 km
Latest bus departure11:55 PM

Los Angeles to San Diego Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Buses54
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures2:15AM - 11:55PM
Minimum PriceUS$20
Average Ticket PriceUS$39
Minimum Trip Duration1h45m
Average Bus Trip Duration3h20m
Distance179 km
Bus companies on this routeFlixBus, Greyhound, Tufesa
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions on the trip Los Angeles - San Diego

The average bus ticket price from Los Angeles to San Diego is US$39. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Los Angeles to San Diego is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

The average travel time between Los Angeles and San Diego is around 3h 20m, although the fastest bus will take about 1h 45m.This is the time it takes to travel the 180 km that separates the two cities.

The number of buses from Los Angeles to San Diego can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 54 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Los Angeles to San Diego by comparing and selecting the bus that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

When taking the bus from Los Angeles to San Diego, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Greyhound, Tufesa.

Buses travelling between Los Angeles and San Diego leave from Ramirez Street bus stop or UCLA and arrive at San Ysidro McDonald's, Greyhound Station, Downtown Holiday Inn.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
03-17
US$24
Today
US$20
03-19
US$20
03-20
US$20
03-21
US$25
03-22
US$25
03-23
US$24
03-24
US$25
The cheapest trip from Los Angeles to San Diego was searched and found on Mar 18, 2024 with a price of US$20

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

You can expect to pay from US$20 to US$75 for a bus ticket from Los Angeles to San Diego based on the last 1 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$20 which is on 2024-03-19.

Usually FlixBus 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Los Angeles to San Diego, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Los Angeles to San Diego will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Los Angeles to San Diego, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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.

What's the cheapest way to go from Los Angeles to San Diego?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
Vehicle TypeTravel timeAvg PriceDaily Departures
Vehicle TypeBusTravel time3h 20mAvg PriceUS$39Daily Departures54
Vehicle TypeTrainTravel time2h 54mAvg PriceUS$39Daily Departures29

The best way to travel between Los Angeles and San Diego is by bus. By choosing the bus, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost US$39 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from US$20. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to San Diego, choose the bus, as it will take you from Los Angeles to San Diego in about 2h 54m —that's the fastest way to get there!

Will you be returning to Los Angeles by bus?

Bus from San Diego to Los Angeles

You can also go to San Diego by train

Train from Los Angeles to San Diego

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