How much is the bus ticket from San Jose to San Diego?

The cheapest coach tickets from San Jose to San Diego start from £33. The average price for this route is around £57. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from San Jose to San Diego?

The average bus journey time from San Jose to San Diego is 13h, covering a distance of 413 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 10h 30m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the San Jose to San Diego route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , FlixBus , Greyhound .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Jose to San Diego?

The earliest bus departs from San Jose to San Diego at 00:40. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Jose to San Diego?

A bus journey from San Jose to San Diego produces an estimated 17 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from San Jose to San Diego?

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.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from San Jose to San Diego?

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

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from San Jose to San Diego?

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.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Jose to San Diego?

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.

Bus San Jose to San Diego from £35 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from San Jose to San Diego on 28 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		23:45	Diridon Station	13h 22m	13:07	Santa Fe Depot	Cheapest
		23:45	Diridon Station	13h 8m	12:53	Old Town San Diego	Fastest

Next departures from San Jose to San Diego on 29 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
06:20	Diridon Station	13h 44m	20:04	Santa Fe Depot	Cheapest
00:55	Diridon Station	10h 50m	11:45	Greyhound Bus Stop	Fastest
05:35	Diridon Station	18h 15m	23:50	Greyhound Bus Stop	No tags
06:20	Diridon Station	13h 30m	19:50	Old Town San Diego	No tags

Next departures from San Jose to San Diego on 30 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	06:20	Diridon Station	13h 44m	20:04	Santa Fe Depot	Cheapest
	23:50	Diridon Station	11h 55m	11:45	Greyhound Bus Stop	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	23:50	Diridon Station	14h 20m	14:10	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	No tags
	05:35	Diridon Station	18h 15m	23:50	Greyhound Bus Stop	No tags
	06:20	Diridon Station	13h 30m	19:50	Old Town San Diego	No tags

Next departures from San Jose to San Diego on 1 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	06:10	Diridon Station	13h 40m	19:50	Old Town San Diego	Cheapest
	00:55	Diridon Station	10h 50m	11:45	Greyhound Bus Stop	Fastest
	09:25	Diridon Station	12h 20m	21:45	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	09:25	Diridon Station	14h 25m	23:50	Greyhound Bus Stop	No tags
	06:20	Diridon Station	13h 44m	20:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags

Next departures from San Jose to San Diego on 2 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	09:25	Diridon Station	14h 25m	23:50	Greyhound Bus Stop	Cheapest
	00:55	Diridon Station	10h 50m	11:45	Greyhound Bus Stop	Fastest
	09:25	Diridon Station	12h 20m	21:45	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	No tags
	06:20	Diridon Station	13h 44m	20:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
	09:25	Diridon Station	12h 50m	22:15	Downtown SD (Seaport)	No tags

Next departures from San Jose to San Diego on 3 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	09:25	Diridon Station	14h 25m	23:50	Greyhound Bus Stop	Cheapest
	00:55	Diridon Station	10h 50m	11:45	Greyhound Bus Stop	Fastest
	09:25	Diridon Station	12h 20m	21:45	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	No tags
	06:20	Diridon Station	13h 44m	20:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
	09:25	Diridon Station	12h 50m	22:15	Downtown SD (Seaport)	No tags

Next departures from San Jose to San Diego on 4 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	09:25	Diridon Station	12h 20m	21:45	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	Cheapest
	00:55	Diridon Station	10h 50m	11:45	Greyhound Bus Stop	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	09:25	Diridon Station	14h 25m	23:50	Greyhound Bus Stop	No tags
	09:25	Diridon Station	12h 50m	22:15	Downtown SD (Seaport)	No tags
	06:20	Diridon Station	13h 44m	20:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags

Next departures from San Jose to San Diego on 5 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
05:35	Diridon Station	18h 15m	23:50	Greyhound Bus Stop	Cheapest
00:55	Diridon Station	10h 50m	11:45	Greyhound Bus Stop	Fastest
06:20	Diridon Station	13h 44m	20:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
06:20	Diridon Station	13h 44m	20:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
09:20	Diridon Station	13h 44m	23:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 23:46 PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from San Jose to San Diego

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 13 hours and with fares starting at just £33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day

13hAverage duration

413 milesDistance

17kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£33 - £175	Average duration13h	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£78 - £146	Average duration14h 24m	CO₂ emissions 61kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in San Jose and San Diego?

Stops in San Jose

A
Diridon Station
65 Cahill St., San Jose, CA 95110
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B
Santiago Express San Jose
440 S King rd , an Jose CA 95116
Visit page
C
1118 E William St
1118 E William St, San Jose, CA 95116, USA
D
San Jose Bus Stop
100 W San Carlos St, San Jose, CA 95113, USA
E
Tamien Station
Guadalupe Fwy, San Jose, CA 95110, USA
F
Diridon Station
65 Cahill St, San Jose, CA 95110, USA

Stops in San Diego

A
Mission Valley Sheraton
1433 Camino del Rio S, San Diego, CA 92108, USA
B
Old Town Courtyard Marriot
2435 Jefferson St, San Diego, CA 92110, USA
C
Downtown Holiday Inn
1617 1st Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
D
Greyhound Station
1313 National Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
E
Market St. & Park Blvd
601 Park Boulevard, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
F
San Ysidro McDonald's
727 E San Ysidro Blvd, San Diego, CA 92173, USA

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,610 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5610 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at £84

Amtrak San Jose San Diego recent customer reviews

It was great trip until we reached Santa Bárbara. It was oversold & the train became crowded in a matter of seconds.

Jade S.

29 May 2023

FlixBus

3.5/511,465 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587,404 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 87404 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at £50

Greyhound San Jose San Diego recent customer reviews

I had to buy another ticket to San Diego due to our bus to San Diego having no bus driver.

Jonathan R.

7 June 2019

Poor shift scheduling and back up system

Emilio Francis Iv F.

26 December 2019

They were late which made me late very unorganized

Cassandra J.

4 September 2018

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

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

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

How much is the bus ticket from San Jose to San Diego?
The cheapest coach tickets from San Jose to San Diego start from £33. The average price for this route is around £57. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from San Jose to San Diego?
The average bus journey time from San Jose to San Diego is 13h, covering a distance of 413 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 10h 30m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the San Jose to San Diego route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, FlixBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Jose to San Diego?
The earliest bus departs from San Jose to San Diego at 00:40. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Jose to San Diego?
A bus journey from San Jose to San Diego produces an estimated 17 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from San Jose to San Diego?
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.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from San Jose to San Diego?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from San Jose to San Diego?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Jose to San Diego?
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

26/11

£88

27/11

£86

Today

£88

29/11

£88

30/11

£88

01/12

£86

02/12

£63

03/12

£36

The cheapest trip from San Jose, US to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on 3 Dec 2025 with a price of £36

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

You can expect to pay from £36 to £197 for a bus ticket from San Jose, US to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £36, which is on 2025-12-03.

Usually Greyhound 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.