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Today30 Apr
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from US$61
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Next departures to San Diego

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 1 May at
    Departure city: San Francisco
    Departure location: San Francisco Bus Station
    Arrival time: 1 May 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: 1 May at
    Departure city: San Francisco
    Departure location: 409 Townsend St, SF
    Arrival time: 2 May at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: UCSD Health La Jolla Station
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 1 May at
    Departure city: San Francisco
    Departure location: 409 Townsend St, SF
    Arrival time: 2 May at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 1 May at
    Departure city: San Francisco
    Departure location: San Francisco Bus Station
    Arrival time: 2 May at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: Greyhound Bus Stop
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 1 May at
    Departure city: San Francisco
    Departure location: Mission St & Fremont St
    Arrival time: 2 May at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: Santa Fe Depot
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus San Francisco to San Diego: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$65
Average bus trip duration14h 10m
Number of daily buses19
Earliest bus departure06:00
Distance454 miles
Latest bus departure23:25

San Francisco to San Diego Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from San Francisco to San Diego. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

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

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from San Francisco to San Diego, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip San Francisco - San Diego

  1. How much does a coach ticket from San Francisco to San Diego cost?

    For coach travel from San Francisco to San Diego, ticket prices typically start at US$46 and can reach a maximum of US$206. The cost of tickets can fluctuate based on factors like the time of day, the company, and the class you choose. Keep in mind that booking tickets on the day of travel might result in higher prices.

  2. How long does the coach from San Francisco to San Diego take?

    The average duration for a trip from San Francisco to San Diego by coach is around 14h 10m. If you're looking for the fastest trip, you can get there in just about 10h 45m. However, please keep in mind that your specific travel time may vary due to the prevailing traffic conditions along the route.

  3. At what time does the first coach from San Francisco to San Diego leave?

    The first coach to San Diego from San Francisco departs at 06:00. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

  4. What's the distance between San Francisco and San Diego by coach?

    The distance between San Francisco and San Diego by coach is approximately 458 miles (739 km).

  5. How can I travel from San Francisco to San Diego avoiding air travel?

    You can choose the coach to travel this route. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
28/04
US$52
29/04
US$54
Today
US$52
01/05
US$60
02/05
US$61
03/05
US$48
04/05
US$50
05/05
US$40
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Francisco to San Diego was searched and found on 5 May 2025 with a price of US$40

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

You can expect to pay from US$40 to US$140 for a bus ticket from San Francisco to San Diego based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$40, which is on 2025-05-05.

Usually Amtrak 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

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between San Francisco and San Diego!

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

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from San Francisco to San Diego that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from San Francisco to San Diego, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

Will you be returning to San Francisco by bus?

Bus from San Francisco to San Diego

You can also go to San Diego by train

Train from San Francisco to San Diego

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