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

The cheapest bus tickets from San Diego to Tacoma start at R 2 868. The average price for this route is around R 4 342. 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 Tacoma?

The average bus journey time from San Diego to Tacoma is 2d 2h, covering a distance of 1671 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 4h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the San Diego to Tacoma route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , FlixBus , Greyhound .

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

The earliest bus departs from San Diego to Tacoma at 06:45. And the latest bus departs at 10:00.

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

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

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 Tacoma?

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 Tacoma?

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 Tacoma?

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 Tacoma from R 2 868 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from San Diego to Tacoma on 19 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	07:55	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	2d 4h	12:10	Tacoma	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	06:45	Greyhound Bus Stop	1d 5h	12:10	Tacoma	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	07:35	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	2d 4h	12:10	Tacoma	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:00	Greyhound Bus Stop	2d 2h	12:10	Tacoma	No tags

Next departures from San Diego to Tacoma on 20 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	07:35	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	2d 4h	12:10	Tacoma	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	06:45	Greyhound Bus Stop	1d 5h	12:10	Tacoma	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	07:55	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	2d 4h	12:10	Tacoma	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:00	Greyhound Bus Stop	2d 2h	12:10	Tacoma	No tags

Next departures from San Diego to Tacoma on 21 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	06:45	Greyhound Bus Stop	1d 5h	12:10	Tacoma	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	07:35	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	2d 4h	12:10	Tacoma	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	07:55	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	2d 4h	12:10	Tacoma	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:00	Greyhound Bus Stop	2d 2h	12:10	Tacoma	No tags

Next departures from San Diego to Tacoma on 23 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	06:45	Greyhound Bus Stop	1d 5h	12:10	Tacoma	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	07:35	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	2d 4h	12:10	Tacoma	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	07:55	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	2d 4h	12:10	Tacoma	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from San Diego to Tacoma

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Tacoma. The journey takes about 1 day, 12 hours 28 minutes and with fares starting at just R 3 075, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

1d 12hAverage duration

1675 kmDistance

152kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 2 868 - R 8 828	Average duration2d 2h	CO₂ emissions 42kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 3 075 - R 31 873	Average duration1d 12h	CO₂ emissions 152kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55 654 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511 645 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587 439 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Diego, CA, US to Tacoma 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 Tacoma?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Diego to Tacoma start at R 2 868. The average price for this route is around R 4 342. 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 Tacoma?
The average bus journey time from San Diego to Tacoma is 2d 2h, covering a distance of 1671 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 4h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the San Diego to Tacoma route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, FlixBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Diego to Tacoma?
The earliest bus departs from San Diego to Tacoma at 06:45. And the latest bus departs at 10:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Diego to Tacoma?
A bus trip from San Diego to Tacoma produces an estimated 42 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 Tacoma?
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 Tacoma?
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 Tacoma?
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 Tacoma?
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.