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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Downtown SD (Seaport) | Cheapest | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | UCSD Health La Jolla Station | Fastest | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd | Greyhound Bus Stop | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus) | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to San Diego
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 2 days, 7 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 023, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Chicago and San Diego?
Stops in Chicago
- A630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
- B
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
- C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA - D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA - E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA - F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, 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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to San Diego, CA, US by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to San Diego?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to San Diego start at R 2 023. The average price for this route is around R 5 625. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Chicago to San Diego?
The average bus journey time from Chicago to San Diego is 2d 7h, covering a distance of 2787 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2d 5h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to San Diego route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to San Diego?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to San Diego at 00:15. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to San Diego?
A bus trip from Chicago to San Diego produces an estimated 70 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Chicago to San Diego?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87412 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to San Diego?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Chicago 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 Chicago to San Diego?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Chicago to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on 22 Dec 2025 with a price of R 6 258To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chicago to San Diego, CA, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 6 258 to R 15 492 for a bus ticket from Chicago to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 6 258, which is on 2025-12-22.
