Compare 2 ways to go from San Diego to Madera
Busbud recommends taking the train from San Diego to MaderaAmong the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Madera. The journey takes about 10 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$81, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus San Diego to Madera: Trip Overview
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San Diego to Madera Bus
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Frequently asked questions on the trip San Diego - Madera
How long does it take to get to Madera from San Diego by bus?
The trip from San Diego to Madera will take on average 11h 55m. If you're looking for the fastest way to get there, you'll find a bus doing the trip in about 8h 15m.
What is the distance between San Diego and Madera?
The distance between San Diego and Madera is around 542 km (336 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from San Diego to Madera?
Buses traveling this route start their trip at Mission Valley Sheraton, in San Diego, and end it at Madera, CA, in Madera.
What is the cheapest way to travel from San Diego to Madera?
If you're on a budget, consider traveling by bus to Madera from San Diego; it tends to be more affordable. With a starting ticket price of US$51, this bus becomes your top pick for this journey.
How much is the bus from San Diego to Madera?
Taking the bus from San Diego to Madera costs on average US$75.
Is it possible to travel by overnight bus from San Diego to Madera?
Yes! Catch buses leaving from San Diego until 7:35pm and reaching Madera on the following day.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from San Diego to Madera was searched and found on May 19, 2025 with a price of US$53To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from San Diego to Madera, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$53 to US$155 for a bus ticket from San Diego to Madera based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$53 which is on 2025-05-19.
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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 San Diego and Madera!
From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from San Diego to Madera.
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 San Diego to Madera.
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Did you know?
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!
One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.
The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.
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