Bus from San Diego, CA, US to Tucson: Tickets & Timetables
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Next departures from San Diego to Tucson on 15 December
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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UCSD Health La Jolla Station
Greyhound Station
CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Greyhound Station
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Greyhound Bus Stop
Greyhound Station
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Next departures from San Diego to Tucson on 16 December
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Greyhound Station
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UCSD Health La Jolla Station
U of A
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San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
U of A
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Greyhound Station
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Greyhound Bus Stop
Greyhound Station
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Next departures from San Diego to Tucson on 17 December
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Greyhound Bus Stop
Greyhound Station
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UCSD Health La Jolla Station
U of A
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San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
U of A
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Greyhound Station
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Greyhound Bus Stop
Greyhound Station
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Next departures from San Diego to Tucson on 18 December
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UCSD Health La Jolla Station
Tucson Downtown
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Greyhound Bus Stop
Greyhound Station
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San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
U of A
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Greyhound Station
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Greyhound Bus Stop
Greyhound Station
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Next departures from San Diego to Tucson on 20 December
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Greyhound Station
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Greyhound Bus Stop
Greyhound Station
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San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
U of A
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Greyhound Station
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Greyhound Bus Stop
Greyhound Station
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Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:59 PM PST.
Compare 2 ways to travel from San Diego to Tucson
We recommend taking the bus
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Tucson. The journey takes about 13 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 061, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Based on 11621 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 070
Based on 87433 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 061
Greyhound San Diego Tucson recent customer reviews
I understand that the ticket was nonrefundable, but the company should've been able to work with me as far as allowing me to catch the next bus and also very ridiculous because I was at the station earlier just to be told I couldn't catch the bus due to only having $137 on card and need 138.99 on card and they couldn't accept the $2 extra dollars in cash
1 out of 5 stars
Leilani T.
Missed my second bus and there was no leg room
1 out of 5 stars
James M.
I got bullied and my health was threatened my health and Well been
Based on 5648 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 695
Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Diego, CA, US to Tucson 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 Tucson?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Diego to Tucson start at R 1 061. The average price for this route is around R 1 585. 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 Tucson?
The average bus journey time from San Diego to Tucson is 13h 25m, covering a distance of 589 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 10h 15m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the San Diego to Tucson route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, Amtrak.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Diego to Tucson?
The earliest bus departs from San Diego to Tucson at 06:45. And the latest bus departs at 19:35.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Diego to Tucson?
A bus trip from San Diego to Tucson produces an estimated 15 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 Tucson?
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 Tucson?
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 Tucson?
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 Tucson?
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
13/12
R 1 806
14/12
R 1 849
Today
R 1 720
16/12
R 1 462
17/12
R 1 264
18/12
R 1 264
19/12
R 1 307
20/12
R 1 075
The cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Tucson was searched and found on 20 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 075
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 Tucson as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 075 to R 2 391 for a bus ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Tucson based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 075, which is on 2025-12-20.
Usually FlixBus, 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.
What's the cheapest way to go from San Diego, CA, US to Tucson?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
The cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Tucson was searched and found on 20 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 075
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
