Bus from San Diego, CA, US to Washington, DC, US: Tickets & Timetables

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from San Diego to Washington on 29 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
Greyhound Bus Stop
Arlington (Rosslyn), 1001 Wilson Blvd.No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
Greyhound Bus Stop
Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery AveNo tags
GreyhoundBus
Greyhound Bus Stop
Union StationNo tags
Greyhound + FlixBus
Bus
Greyhound Bus Stop
Dupont CircleNo tags
GreyhoundBus
Greyhound Bus Stop
Springfield Bus Stop, VANo tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from San Diego to Washington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 2 days, 21 hours and with fares starting at just £176, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day
2d 21hAverage duration
2266 milesDistance
91kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£176 - £431Average duration2d 21h
91kg CO₂e
Average price£328 - £465Average duration3d 1h
333kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from San Diego, CA, US to Washington, DC, US

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from San Diego to Washington?

    The cheapest coach tickets from San Diego to Washington start from £176. The average price for this route is around £288. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from San Diego to Washington?

    The average bus journey time from San Diego to Washington is 2d 21h, covering a distance of 2266 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 2d 13h and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the San Diego to Washington route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Diego to Washington?

    The earliest bus departs from San Diego to Washington at 06:45. And the latest bus departs at 19:35.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Diego to Washington?

    A bus journey from San Diego to Washington produces an estimated 91 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. Which is the best bus company from San Diego to Washington?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.

  7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from San Diego to Washington?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from San Diego to Washington?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Diego to Washington?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
27/11
£431
28/11
£539
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30/11
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01/12
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03/12
£278
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 3 Dec 2025 with a price of £278

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

You can expect to pay from £278 to £594 for a bus ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £278, which is on 2025-12-03.

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