Find coaches from Sacramento, US to San Diego, CA, US

Today29 Jul
from US$115
Tomorrow30 Jul
from US$85
Thu31 Jul
from US$85
Fri1 Aug
from US$85
Sat2 Aug
from US$85
Sun3 Aug
from US$85
Mon4 Aug
from US$85
Tue5 Aug
from US$85

Next departures to San Diego

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 30 July at
    Departure city: Sacramento
    Departure location: Sacramento Valley Station
    Arrival time: 31 July at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: Santa Fe Depot
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 30 July at
    Departure city: Sacramento
    Departure location: Greyhound Sacramento Station
    Arrival time: 30 July at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 30 July at
    Departure city: Sacramento
    Departure location: Greyhound Sacramento Station
    Arrival time: 31 July 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: 30 July at
    Departure city: Sacramento
    Departure location: Greyhound Sacramento Station
    Arrival time: 30 July at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: Greyhound Bus Stop
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 30 July at
    Departure city: Sacramento
    Departure location: Sacramento Franklin Blvd
    Arrival time: 30 July at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: Cross Border Xpress CBX (USA)
    Operated by: Los LimousinesLos Limousines
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Sacramento to San Diego

Bus
Average priceUS$63 - US$191Average duration14h 30m
19kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$85 - US$182Average duration17h 38m
69kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Sacramento to San Diego

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 14 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just US$63, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day
14h 30mAverage duration
US$63Cheapest ticket
19kgCO₂ emissions

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

Average ticket priceUS$84
Average bus trip duration14h 30m
Number of daily buses13
Earliest bus departure06:00
Distance470 miles
Latest bus departure22:20

Sacramento 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 Sacramento to San Diego.

Bus service from Sacramento to San Diego will be provided by the most trusted bus companies.

Discover how much the bus trip from Sacramento to San Diego will cost you. Use our filters and sorting features to find the cheapest bus tickets or luxury buses.

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

  1. What's the distance between Sacramento and San Diego by coach?

    The distance between Sacramento and San Diego by coach is approximately 473 miles (762 km).

  2. How can I travel from Sacramento to San Diego avoiding air travel?

    You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
27/07
US$80
28/07
US$80
Today
US$80
30/07
US$80
31/07
US$80
01/08
US$80
02/08
US$80
03/08
US$80
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Sacramento, US to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on 27 Jul 2025 with a price of US$80

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

You can expect to pay from US$80 to US$156 for a bus ticket from Sacramento, US to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$80, which is on 2025-07-30.

Usually Greyhound Lines, 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 Sacramento to San Diego but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Sacramento 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 the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Sacramento to San Diego will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Sacramento to San Diego.

Did you know?

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

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 that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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