Bus from San Diego, CA, US to El Paso, US: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for San Diego to El Paso on January 2
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Los LimousinesBus
Cross Border Xpress CBX (USA)
El Paso Bus StationCheapest
Los LimousinesBus
Cross Border Xpress CBX (USA)
El Paso Bus StationFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Greyhound StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Greyhound Bus Stop
Greyhound StationNo tags
Los LimousinesBus
Cross Border Xpress CBX (USA)
El Paso Bus StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from San Diego to El Paso

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach El Paso. The journey takes about 19 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $120, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18bus per day
19h 25mAverage Duration
1013 kmDistance
25kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$120 - $459Average Duration19h 25m
25kg CO₂e
Average Price$218 - $1,116Average Duration21h 50m
92kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Diego, CA, US to El Paso, US 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 El Paso?

    The cheapest bus tickets from San Diego to El Paso start from $120. The average price for this route is around $207. 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 El Paso?

    The average bus travel time from San Diego to El Paso is 19h 25m, covering a distance of 1013 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 16h 5m and is operated by Los Limousines.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day, including services from Los Limousines, Greyhound, FlixBus.

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

    The earliest bus departs from San Diego to El Paso 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 El Paso?

    A bus trip from San Diego to El Paso generates an estimated 25 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 El Paso?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87463 reviews.

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

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

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

    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 El Paso?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to El Paso, US was searched and found on Jan 6, 2026 with a price of $150

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 El Paso, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $150 to $272 for a bus ticket from San Diego, CA, US to El Paso, US based on the last 0 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $150 which is on 2026-01-06.

Usually Greyhound 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.

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