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

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Next departures from San Diego to Glendale on 15 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Santa Fe Depot
Glendale StationCheapestFastest
Amtrak
Santa Fe Depot
Glendale StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from San Diego to Glendale

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Glendale. The journey takes about 3 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just R 666, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9train per day
3h 15mAverage duration
187 kmDistance
17kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 643 - R 721Average duration4h 10m
4kg CO₂e
Average priceR 666 - R 684Average duration3h 15m
17kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Diego, CA, US to Glendale, CA 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 San Diego to Glendale?

    The cheapest bus tickets from San Diego to Glendale start at R 643. The average price for this route is around R 669. 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 San Diego to Glendale?

    The average bus journey time from San Diego to Glendale is 4h 10m, covering a distance of 169 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3h 35m and is operated by Amtrak.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Greyhound, FlixBus.

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

    The earliest bus departs from San Diego to Glendale at 07:15. And the latest bus departs at 09:30.

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

    A bus trip from San Diego to Glendale produces an estimated 4 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 San Diego to Glendale?

    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 San Diego to Glendale?

    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 San Diego to Glendale?

    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 San Diego to Glendale?

    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.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Glendale, CA was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 640

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 Glendale, CA as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 640 to R 1 073 for a bus ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Glendale, CA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 640, which is on 2025-12-15.

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