Bus Tickets from Tucson to San Diego, CA, US

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TodayJul 29
TomorrowJul 30
from US$116
ThuJul 31
from US$93
FriAug 1
from US$90
SatAug 2
from US$79
SunAug 3
from US$108
MonAug 4
from US$79
TueAug 5
from US$78

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: July 30 at
    Departure city: Tucson
    Departure location: Tucson Downtown
    Arrival time: July 31 at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: UCSD Health La Jolla Station
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: July 30 at
    Departure city: Tucson
    Departure location: U of A
    Arrival time: July 30 at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: UCSD Health La Jolla Station
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 30 at
    Departure city: Tucson
    Departure location: U of A
    Arrival time: July 30 at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 30 at
    Departure city: Tucson
    Departure location: U of A
    Arrival time: July 30 at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: Greyhound Bus Stop
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 30 at
    Departure city: Tucson
    Departure location: Greyhound Station
    Arrival time: July 30 at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: Greyhound Bus Stop
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Tucson to San Diego

Bus
Average PriceUS$64 - US$224Average Duration15h 35m
15kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$76 - US$121Average Duration14h 35m
53kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Tucson to San Diego

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 15 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$64, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day
15h 35mAverage Duration
US$64Cheapest ticket
15kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Tucson to San Diego, CA, US: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$80
Average Bus Trip Duration15h 35m
Number of daily buses13
Earliest bus departure6:00am
Distance588 km
Latest bus departure10:15pm

Tucson to San Diego Bus

Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from Tucson to San Diego.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Tucson to San Diego from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to San Diego from Tucson, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Tucson - San Diego, CA, US

  1. What is the distance between Tucson and San Diego?

    The distance covered from Tucson to San Diego is 580 km (360 miles).

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

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Greyhound Station, in Tucson, and end it at Mission Valley Sheraton, in San Diego.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
07-27
US$121
07-28
US$118
Today
US$119
07-30
US$108
07-31
US$85
08-01
US$82
08-02
US$71
08-03
US$146
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Tucson to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on Aug 2, 2025 with a price of US$71

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

You can expect to pay from US$71 to US$226 for a bus ticket from Tucson to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$71 which is on 2025-08-02.

Usually Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus Inc. 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Tucson to San Diego but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Tucson to San Diego, get comfy and count the stars.

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 Tucson to San Diego.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Tucson to San Diego while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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!

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

What's the cheapest way to go from Tucson to San Diego, CA, US?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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