Compare 2 ways to go from Philadelphia to San Diego
Busbud recommends taking the train from Philadelphia to San DiegoAmong the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 3 days, 3 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$462, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus Philadelphia to San Diego: Trip Overview
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Philadelphia to San Diego Bus
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Philadelphia, PA - San Diego, CA, US
How far is Philadelphia from San Diego?
The distance between Philadelphia and San Diego is around 3815 km (2366 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Philadelphia to San Diego?
Buses traveling this route start their trip at Philadelphia Airport, in Philadelphia, and end it at 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.
The cheapest trip from Philadelphia to San Diego was searched and found on Jul 1, 2025 with a price of US$112To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Philadelphia to San Diego, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$112 to US$340 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia to San Diego based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$112 which is on 2025-07-01.
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Bus Travel Tips
Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to San Diego will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.
Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Philadelphia 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.
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