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

Next bus departures

Next departures from San Diego to Seattle on 17 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Greyhound Bus Stop
Greyhound StationCheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Greyhound StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
UCSD Health La Jolla Station
Greyhound StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Greyhound Bus Stop
Greyhound StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Greyhound Bus Stop
Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 2:26 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from San Diego to Seattle

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Seattle. The journey takes about 1 day, 11 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 001, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18bus per day
1d 11hAverage duration
1692 kmDistance
42kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average priceR 2 001 - R 9 133Average duration1d 11h
42kg CO₂e
Train
Average priceR 2 803 - R 5 745Average duration1d 13h
155kg CO₂e

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

    The cheapest bus tickets from San Diego to Seattle start at R 2 001. The average price for this route is around R 3 354. 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 Seattle?

    The average bus journey time from San Diego to Seattle is 1d 11h, covering a distance of 1692 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 5h and is operated by Greyhound.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.

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

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

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

    A bus trip from San Diego to Seattle produces an estimated 42 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 Seattle?

    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 Seattle?

    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 Seattle?

    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 Seattle?

    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 5 788
15/12
R 5 866
Today
R 7 347
17/12
R 6 417
18/12
R 6 383
19/12
R 6 236
20/12
R 6 236
21/12
R 4 824
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Seattle was searched and found on 21 Dec 2025 with a price of R 4 824

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 Seattle as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 4 824 to R 7 347 for a bus ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Seattle based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 4 824, which is on 2025-12-21.

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