Compare 2 ways to go from New York to San Diego
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 3 days, 3 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$129, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus New York City to San Diego: Trip Overview
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New York to San Diego Bus
Busbud helps you find a bus from New York to San Diego. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.
We make sure you can find a bus service from New York to San Diego from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.
Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to San Diego from New York, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.
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Frequently asked questions on the trip New York - San Diego, CA, US
How far is New York from San Diego?
The distance between New York and San Diego is approximately 3912 km (2425 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from New York to San Diego?
Buses departing from GW Bridge in New York will take you to Mission Valley Sheraton in San Diego.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from New York City to San Diego, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$190 to US$618 for a bus ticket from New York City to San Diego based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$190 which is on 2025-07-18.
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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 New York and San Diego!
Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from New York 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 New York to San Diego.
Make a music playlist for your bus ride from New York to San Diego, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.
Did you know?
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.
The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!
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