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

Next departures

Next departures from Sacramento to San Diego on 17 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Sacramento Valley Station
Santa Fe DepotCheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Greyhound Sacramento Station
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)No tags
FlixBus
Greyhound Sacramento Station
UCSD Health La Jolla StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Greyhound Sacramento Station
Greyhound Bus StopNo tags
Amtrak
Sacramento Valley Station
Santa Fe DepotNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Sacramento 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 15 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 135, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day
15h 10mAverage duration
744 kmDistance
19kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average priceR 1 135 - R 4 633Average duration15h 10m
19kg CO₂e
Train
Average priceR 1 938 - R 9 658Average duration18h 2m
69kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Sacramento, 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 Sacramento to San Diego?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Sacramento to San Diego start at R 1 135. The average price for this route is around R 1 718. 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 Sacramento to San Diego?

    The average bus journey time from Sacramento to San Diego is 15h 10m, covering a distance of 744 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 11h 20m and is operated by Amtrak.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Greyhound, FlixBus, Los Limousines.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Sacramento to San Diego at 06:00. And the latest bus departs at 21:55.

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

    A bus trip from Sacramento to San Diego produces an estimated 19 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 Sacramento 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 Sacramento 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 Sacramento 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 Sacramento 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
R 1 527
15/12
R 1 527
Today
R 1 527
17/12
R 1 527
18/12
R 1 527
19/12
R 1 527
20/12
R 1 799
21/12
R 1 750
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Sacramento, US to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 527

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 527 to R 3 978 for a bus ticket from Sacramento, 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 1 527, which is on 2025-12-17.

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.

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