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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | UCSD Health La Jolla Station | Los Angeles Union Station | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | UCSD Health La Jolla Station | Downey - Stonewood Centre | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus) | Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Greyhound Bus Stop | Los Angeles Union Station | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus) | Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from San Diego to Los Angeles
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 3 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just RUB 1,934, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in San Diego and Los Angeles?
Stops in San Diego
- A
Mission Valley Sheraton
1433 Camino del Rio S, San Diego, CA 92108, USA - B
Old Town Courtyard Marriot
2435 Jefferson St, San Diego, CA 92110, USA - C
Downtown Holiday Inn
1617 1st Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA - D
Greyhound Station
1313 National Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA - E
Market St. & Park Blvd
601 Park Boulevard, San Diego, CA 92101, USA - F
San Ysidro McDonald's
727 E San Ysidro Blvd, San Diego, CA 92173, USA
Stops in Los Angeles
- A571-581 Gayley Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024, USA
- B
Ramirez Street bus stop
530 Ramirez St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA - C613 Maple Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90014, USA
- E
Downtown Westin Bonaventure
404 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90071, USA - F
LAX Airport Holiday Inn
9901 S La Cienega Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90045, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Diego, CA, US to Los Angeles, US by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from San Diego to Los Angeles?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Diego to Los Angeles start from RUB 1,934. The average price for this route is around RUB 2,701. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from San Diego to Los Angeles?
The average bus travel time from San Diego to Los Angeles is 3h 20m, covering a distance of 172 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 55m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the San Diego to Los Angeles route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 26 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, Amtrak, Los Limousines.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from San Diego to Los Angeles?
The earliest bus departs from San Diego to Los Angeles at 6:45am. And the latest bus departs at 7:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Diego to Los Angeles?
A bus trip from San Diego to Los Angeles generates an estimated 4.279775 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from San Diego to Los Angeles?
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 5791 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Diego to Los Angeles?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from San Diego to Los Angeles?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Diego to Los Angeles?
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.
The cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on May 4, 2026 with a price of RUB 2,228To 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 Los Angeles, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from RUB 2,228 to RUB 6,646 for a bus ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at RUB 2,228 which is on 2026-05-04.
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.
What's the cheapest way to go from San Diego, CA, US to Los Angeles, US?
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