Bus from Richmond, VA, US to San Diego, CA, US: Tickets & Timetables

Next departures

Next departures from Richmond to San Diego on 17 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
UCSD Health La Jolla StationCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
Greyhound Bus StopFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
Greyhound Bus StopNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 1:08 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Richmond 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 and with fares starting at just R 4 458, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

29bus per day
3d 1hAverage duration
3616 kmDistance
90kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average priceR 4 458 - R 14 064Average duration3d 1h
90kg CO₂e
Train
Average priceR 12 763 - R 65 273Average duration3d 6h
329kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Richmond, VA, US 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.

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

    The cheapest bus tickets from Richmond to San Diego start at R 4 458. The average price for this route is around R 8 175. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

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

    The average bus journey time from Richmond to San Diego is 3d 1h, covering a distance of 3616 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2d 15h and is operated by Greyhound.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 29 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Greyhound, FlixBus.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Richmond to San Diego at 04:35. And the latest bus departs at 23:45.

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

    A bus trip from Richmond to San Diego produces an estimated 90 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

  6. What is the best bus company from Richmond 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 5627 reviews.

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

    Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 Richmond 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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Richmond 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
14/12
No data
15/12
No data
Today
No data
17/12
R 11 675
18/12
R 10 370
19/12
R 11 349
20/12
R 6 988
21/12
R 7 863
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on 20 Dec 2025 with a price of R 6 988

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

You can expect to pay from R 6 988 to R 32 399 for a bus ticket from Richmond, VA, US to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 6 988, which is on 2025-12-20.

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.

What's the cheapest way to go from Richmond, VA, US to San Diego, CA, US?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

People from around the world trust Busbud

‌