Bus Tickets from San Marcos (TX), US to San Diego (CA), US

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: June 16 at
    Departure city: San Marcos
    Departure location: San Marcos Station
    Arrival time: June 18 at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: Greyhound Bus Stop
    Operated by: Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: June 16 at
    Departure city: San Marcos
    Departure location: San Marcos Station
    Arrival time: June 18 at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: UCSD Health La Jolla Station
    Operated by: Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 16 at
    Departure city: San Marcos
    Departure location: San Marcos Station
    Arrival time: June 18 at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
    Operated by: Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 16 at
    Departure city: San Marcos
    Departure location: San Marcos Station
    Arrival time: June 18 at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 16 at
    Departure city: San Marcos
    Departure location: San Marcos Station
    Arrival time: June 18 at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: UCSD Health La Jolla Station
    Operated by: Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus San Marcos to San Diego: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$289
Average Bus Trip Duration1d 17h
Number of daily buses7
Earliest bus departure7:20pm
Distance1854 km
Latest bus departure11:30pm

San Marcos to San Diego Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip San Marcos (TX), US - San Diego (CA), US

  1. How long does it take to get to San Diego from San Marcos by bus?

    The bus ride from San Marcos to San Diego takes 1d 17h, on average. If you're looking for the fastest way to get there, you'll find a bus doing the trip in about 1d 15h.

  2. What is the distance between San Marcos and San Diego?

    San Marcos and San Diego are 1850 km (1147 miles) apart.

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from San Marcos to San Diego?

    Buses departing from San Marcos Station in San Marcos will take you to Mission Valley Sheraton in San Diego.

  4. What is the cheapest way to get from San Marcos to San Diego?

    If you're on a budget, consider traveling by bus to San Diego from San Marcos; it tends to be more affordable. The ticket price for this bus starts at US$254, making this your best choice for this trip.

  5. How much is the bus from San Marcos to San Diego?

    The bus from San Marcos to San Diego will cost you US$289, on average.

  6. Is it possible to travel by overnight bus from San Marcos to San Diego?

    Yes! If you're heading from San Marcos to San Diego, you'll find buses departing until 11:30pm and arriving the next day.

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