Bus Tickets from Minneapolis, MN to San Diego, CA

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: May 14 at
    Departure city: Minneapolis
    Departure location: Minneapolis Bus Station
    Arrival time: May 17 at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: Downtown SD (Seaport)
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: May 14 at
    Departure city: Minneapolis
    Departure location: Minneapolis Bus Station
    Arrival time: May 16 at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: UCSD Health La Jolla Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 14 at
    Departure city: Minneapolis
    Departure location: Minneapolis Bus Station
    Arrival time: May 16 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: May 14 at
    Departure city: Minneapolis
    Departure location: Minneapolis Bus Station
    Arrival time: May 16 at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: Greyhound Bus Stop
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 14 at
    Departure city: Minneapolis
    Departure location: Minneapolis Bus Station
    Arrival time: May 16 at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Minneapolis to San Diego: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$415
Average Bus Trip Duration2d 18h
Number of daily buses11
Earliest bus departure12:15am
Distance2463 km
Latest bus departure8:50pm

Minneapolis to San Diego Bus

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Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to San Diego from Minneapolis, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Minneapolis - San Diego

  1. How long is the bus trip from Minneapolis to San Diego?

    The typical travel time from Minneapolis to San Diego by bus is around 2d 18h. The fastest bus on this trip will get to San Diego in 2d 14h

  2. How far is Minneapolis from San Diego?

    The distance between Minneapolis and San Diego is around 2467 km (1529 miles).

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

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

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

    The least expensive option to go from Minneapolis to San Diego would be going by bus. The ticket price for this bus starts at US$313, making this your best choice for this trip.

  5. How much does it cost to take the bus from Minneapolis to San Diego?

    Taking the bus from Minneapolis to San Diego costs on average US$415.

  6. Can I take an overnight bus from Minneapolis to San Diego?

    Yes! Catch buses leaving from Minneapolis until 8:50pm and reaching San Diego on the following day.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Minneapolis to San Diego was searched and found on May 14, 2025 with a price of US$321

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

You can expect to pay from US$321 to US$383 for a bus ticket from Minneapolis to San Diego based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$321 which is on 2025-05-14.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Minneapolis and San Diego!

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

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Minneapolis to San Diego.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Minneapolis to San Diego while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

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!

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.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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