Bus Tickets from Wilmington, DE to San Diego, CA

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: May 9 at
    Departure city: Wilmington
    Departure location: Wilmington Bus Station
    Arrival time: May 12 at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: Greyhound Bus Stop
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: May 9 at
    Departure city: Wilmington
    Departure location: Wilmington Bus Station
    Arrival time: May 12 at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: UCSD Health La Jolla Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 9 at
    Departure city: Wilmington
    Departure location: Wilmington Bus Station
    Arrival time: May 12 at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 9 at
    Departure city: Wilmington
    Departure location: Wilmington Bus Station
    Arrival time: May 12 at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: UCSD Health La Jolla Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 9 at
    Departure city: Wilmington
    Departure location: Wilmington Bus Station
    Arrival time: May 12 at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: Downtown SD (Seaport)
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Wilmington to San Diego

Average PriceUS$243 - US$318Average Duration3d 3h
94kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Average PriceUS$366 - US$367Average Duration3d 7h
344kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Wilmington to San Diego

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 3 days, 3 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$243, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day
3d 3hAverage Duration
US$243Cheapest ticket
94kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Wilmington to San Diego: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$306
Average Bus Trip Duration3d 3h
Number of daily buses8
Earliest bus departure1:45am
Distance3780 km
Latest bus departure9:25pm

Wilmington to San Diego Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Wilmington - San Diego

  1. How long is the bus trip from Wilmington to San Diego?

    The trip from Wilmington to San Diego will take on average 3d 3h. If you're looking for the fastest way to get there, you'll find a bus doing the trip in about 2d 23h.

  2. How far is Wilmington from San Diego?

    The distance between Wilmington and San Diego is around 3782 km (2345 miles).

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

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

  4. What is the cheapest way to go from Wilmington to San Diego?

    If you're on a budget, consider traveling by bus to San Diego from Wilmington; it tends to be more affordable. With a starting ticket price of US$243, this bus becomes your top pick for this journey.

  5. How much does it cost to take the bus from Wilmington to San Diego?

    Taking the bus from Wilmington to San Diego costs on average US$306.

  6. Can I take an overnight bus from Wilmington to San Diego?

    Yes! Catch buses leaving from Wilmington until 9:25pm and reaching San Diego on the following day.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Wilmington to San Diego was searched and found on May 7, 2025 with a price of US$201

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About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Wilmington to San Diego.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Wilmington to San Diego, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Wilmington to San Diego will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

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Did you know?

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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!

What's the cheapest way to go from Wilmington to San Diego?

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