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

The cheapest bus tickets from San Diego to Albuquerque start at R 2 052. The average price for this route is around R 3 543. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

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

The average bus journey time from San Diego to Albuquerque is 1d 1h, covering a distance of 1007 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 21h 5m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the San Diego to Albuquerque route?

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

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

The earliest bus departs from San Diego to Albuquerque at 06:45. And the latest bus departs at 19:35.

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

A bus trip from San Diego to Albuquerque produces an estimated 25 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 San Diego to Albuquerque?

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.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 Diego to Albuquerque?

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 Diego to Albuquerque?

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 Diego to Albuquerque from R 1 937 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from San Diego to Albuquerque on 15 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:30	Cross Border Xpress CBX (USA)	1d 2h	13:45	Albuquerque Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	10:00	Greyhound Bus Stop	21h 5m	08:05	Albuquerque Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	07:35	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	23h 30m	08:05	Albuquerque Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	11:30	Cross Border Xpress CBX (USA)	1d 1h	13:45	Albuquerque Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	07:55	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	23h 10m	08:05	Albuquerque Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from San Diego to Albuquerque on 16 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	07:35	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	23h 30m	08:05	Albuquerque Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	07:55	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	23h 10m	08:05	Albuquerque Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	06:45	Greyhound Bus Stop	1d	08:05	Albuquerque Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:30	Cross Border Xpress CBX (USA)	1d 2h	13:45	Albuquerque Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	11:30	Cross Border Xpress CBX (USA)	1d 1h	13:45	Albuquerque Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from San Diego to Albuquerque on 17 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	06:45	Greyhound Bus Stop	1d	08:05	Albuquerque Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	07:55	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	23h 5m	08:00	Albuquerque Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	07:35	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	23h 25m	08:00	Albuquerque Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:30	Cross Border Xpress CBX (USA)	1d 2h	13:45	Albuquerque Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	11:30	Cross Border Xpress CBX (USA)	1d 1h	13:45	Albuquerque Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from San Diego to Albuquerque on 18 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	07:55	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	23h 10m	08:05	Albuquerque Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	10:00	Greyhound Bus Stop	21h 5m	08:05	Albuquerque Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	07:35	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	23h 30m	08:05	Albuquerque Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:30	Cross Border Xpress CBX (USA)	1d 2h	13:45	Albuquerque Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	11:30	Cross Border Xpress CBX (USA)	1d 1h	13:45	Albuquerque Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from San Diego to Albuquerque on 19 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	07:55	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	23h 10m	08:05	Albuquerque Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	10:00	Greyhound Bus Stop	21h 5m	08:05	Albuquerque Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	07:35	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	23h 30m	08:05	Albuquerque Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:30	Cross Border Xpress CBX (USA)	1d 2h	13:45	Albuquerque Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	11:30	Cross Border Xpress CBX (USA)	1d 1h	13:45	Albuquerque Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from San Diego to Albuquerque on 20 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:30	Cross Border Xpress CBX (USA)	1d 2h	13:45	Albuquerque Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	10:00	Greyhound Bus Stop	21h 5m	08:05	Albuquerque Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	07:35	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	23h 30m	08:05	Albuquerque Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	11:30	Cross Border Xpress CBX (USA)	1d 1h	13:45	Albuquerque Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	07:55	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	23h 10m	08:05	Albuquerque Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from San Diego to Albuquerque on 21 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:00	Greyhound Bus Stop	21h 5m	08:05	Albuquerque Bus Station	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	07:35	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	23h 30m	08:05	Albuquerque Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:30	Cross Border Xpress CBX (USA)	1d 2h	13:45	Albuquerque Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	07:55	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	23h 10m	08:05	Albuquerque Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	11:30	Cross Border Xpress CBX (USA)	1d 1h	13:45	Albuquerque Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from San Diego to Albuquerque

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Albuquerque. The journey takes about 19 hours 42 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 704, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

19h 42mAverage duration

1006 kmDistance

92kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 2 052 - R 6 350	Average duration1d 1h	CO₂ emissions 25kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 704 - R 8 435	Average duration19h 42m	CO₂ emissions 92kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in San Diego and Albuquerque?

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

Stops in Albuquerque

A
Amtrak Station
320 1st St SW, Albuquerque, NM 87102
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Compare bus companies

Los Limousines

3.5/5277 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.9

WiFi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587 431 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Amtrak

4/55 646 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511 614 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 San Diego, CA, US to Albuquerque, 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 San Diego to Albuquerque?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Diego to Albuquerque start at R 2 052. The average price for this route is around R 3 543. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from San Diego to Albuquerque?
The average bus journey time from San Diego to Albuquerque is 1d 1h, covering a distance of 1007 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 21h 5m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the San Diego to Albuquerque route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from Los Limousines, Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Diego to Albuquerque?
The earliest bus departs from San Diego to Albuquerque at 06:45. And the latest bus departs at 19:35.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Diego to Albuquerque?
A bus trip from San Diego to Albuquerque produces an estimated 25 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 San Diego to Albuquerque?
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.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Diego to Albuquerque?
Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 Diego to Albuquerque?
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 Diego to Albuquerque?
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

12/12

R 3 269

13/12

R 3 248

Today

R 3 226

15/12

R 3 227

16/12

R 3 062

17/12

R 2 050

18/12

R 3 248

19/12

R 3 131

The cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Albuquerque, US was searched and found on 17 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 050

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 050 to R 4 411 for a bus ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Albuquerque, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 050, which is on 2025-12-17.

Usually Los Limousines, 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.