Bus from San Diego, CA, US to Dallas, TX: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for San Diego to Dallas on January 31
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Dallas Bus StationCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Greyhound Bus Stop
Dallas Bus StationFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Dallas Bus StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Greyhound Bus Stop
Dallas Bus StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico
Bus
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Downtown Dallas / Deep EllumNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from San Diego to Dallas

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Dallas. The journey takes about 1 day, 11 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $155, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15bus per day
1d 11hAverage Duration
1906 kmDistance
48kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$155 - $616Average Duration1d 11h
48kg CO₂e
Average Price$273 - $1,467Average Duration1d 21h
173kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Diego, CA, US to Dallas, TX 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 San Diego to Dallas?

    The cheapest bus tickets from San Diego to Dallas start from $155. The average price for this route is around $284. 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 San Diego to Dallas?

    The average bus travel time from San Diego to Dallas is 1d 11h, covering a distance of 1906 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 5h and is operated by Greyhound.

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

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

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

    The earliest bus departs from San Diego to Dallas at 6:45am. And the latest bus departs at 7:35pm.

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

    A bus trip from San Diego to Dallas generates an estimated 48 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 San Diego to Dallas?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5752 reviews.

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

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

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

    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 San Diego to Dallas?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
01-28
$590
01-29
$392
Today
$540
01-31
$446
02-01
$188
02-02
$195
02-03
$288
02-04
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Dallas, TX was searched and found on Feb 1, 2026 with a price of $188

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

You can expect to pay from $188 to $590 for a bus ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Dallas, TX based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $188 which is on 2026-02-01.

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