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

The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to San Diego start at R 2 741. The average price for this route is around R 8 029. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

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

The average bus journey time from Philadelphia to San Diego is 3d 1h, covering a distance of 3814 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2d 16h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to San Diego route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 58 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to San Diego at 01:50. And the latest bus departs at 23:15.

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

A bus trip from Philadelphia to San Diego produces an estimated 95 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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia 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.

Bus Philadelphia to San Diego from R 3 271 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Philadelphia to San Diego on 16 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	22:00	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	3d 3h	22:15	Downtown SD (Seaport)	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	22:00	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	2d 22h	17:35	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	22:00	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	2d 23h	18:10	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	22:00	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	2d 22h	17:45	Greyhound Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to San Diego on 17 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	01:50	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	2d 23h	22:15	Downtown SD (Seaport)	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	03:55	199 Spring Garden St.	2d 16h	17:35	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	03:55	199 Spring Garden St.	2d 17h	18:10	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	No tags
	Bus	03:55	199 Spring Garden St.	2d 16h	17:45	Greyhound Bus Stop	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	17:30	199 Spring Garden St.	2d 23h	14:10	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to San Diego on 18 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	01:50	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	2d 22h	21:45	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	03:55	199 Spring Garden St.	2d 16h	17:35	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	03:55	199 Spring Garden St.	2d 17h	18:10	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	No tags
	Bus	03:55	199 Spring Garden St.	2d 16h	17:45	Greyhound Bus Stop	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	17:30	199 Spring Garden St.	2d 23h	14:10	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to San Diego on 19 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	01:50	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	2d 22h	21:45	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	03:55	199 Spring Garden St.	2d 16h	17:35	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	03:55	199 Spring Garden St.	2d 17h	18:10	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	No tags
	Bus	03:55	199 Spring Garden St.	2d 16h	17:45	Greyhound Bus Stop	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	17:30	199 Spring Garden St.	2d 23h	14:10	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to San Diego on 20 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:15	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	3d 9h	16:25	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	03:55	199 Spring Garden St.	2d 16h	17:35	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	03:55	199 Spring Garden St.	2d 17h	18:10	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	No tags
	Bus	03:55	199 Spring Garden St.	2d 16h	17:45	Greyhound Bus Stop	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	20:30	199 Spring Garden St.	3d	18:10	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to San Diego on 21 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	07:10	Frazer - 56-40 Matthews Rd	3d 18h	22:15	Downtown SD (Seaport)	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	03:55	199 Spring Garden St.	2d 16h	17:35	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	03:55	199 Spring Garden St.	2d 17h	18:10	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	No tags
	Bus	03:55	199 Spring Garden St.	2d 16h	17:45	Greyhound Bus Stop	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	20:30	199 Spring Garden St.	3d	18:10	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 2:52 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Philadelphia 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 3 days, 1 hour 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 741, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

58bus per day

3d 1hAverage duration

3814 kmDistance

95kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 2 741 - R 14 622	Average duration3d 1h	CO₂ emissions 95kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 7 289 - R 52 123	Average duration3d 1h	CO₂ emissions 347kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Philadelphia and San Diego?

Stops in Philadelphia

A
Philadelphia Airport
B
Independence Travel Center
Off of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
Visit page
C
#2842 St.Vincent St
15th St Trolley Station, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA
D
Bus Station
1001 Filbert St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA
E
Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS
3000 Island Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19153, USA
F
NRG SEPTA Station
3701 Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19148, 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

Greyhound

3.5/587 434 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511 630 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia to San Diego?
The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to San Diego start at R 2 741. The average price for this route is around R 8 029. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Philadelphia to San Diego?
The average bus journey time from Philadelphia to San Diego is 3d 1h, covering a distance of 3814 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2d 16h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to San Diego route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 58 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Philadelphia to San Diego?
The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to San Diego at 01:50. And the latest bus departs at 23:15.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to San Diego?
A bus trip from Philadelphia to San Diego produces an estimated 95 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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia 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.

Best price found

14/12

R 7 631

15/12

R 9 434

Today

R 5 923

17/12

R 9 984

18/12

R 7 837

19/12

R 9 211

20/12

R 9 177

21/12

R 8 387

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 5 923

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

You can expect to pay from R 5 923 to R 12 567 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 7 837, which is on 2025-12-18.