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

The cheapest bus tickets from Carbondale to San Diego start from $226. The average price for this route is around $298. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Carbondale to San Diego?

The average bus trip duration from Carbondale to San Diego is 2d 12h, covering a distance of 1605 miles (2588 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 23h and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Carbondale to San Diego route?

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

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

The earliest bus departs from Carbondale to San Diego at 1:40am. And the latest bus departs at 7:00am.

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

A bus trip from Carbondale to San Diego generates an estimated 65 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Carbondale to San Diego?

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 5696 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Carbondale to San Diego?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Carbondale to San Diego?

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 Carbondale to San Diego from $516 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Carbondale to San Diego on January 10
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	7:00am	Amtrak Station	2d 17h	10:15pm	Downtown SD (Seaport)	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	7:00am	Amtrak Station	2d 8h	1:40pm	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	Fastest
	3:30am	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	2d 11h	1:07pm	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	7:00am	Amtrak Station	2d 9h	2:10pm	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	No tags
	3:30am	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	2d 11h	1:07pm	Santa Fe Depot	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 2:17 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Carbondale to San Diego

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as the good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 2 days, 12 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $226, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

2d 12hAverage Duration

1605 milesDistance

65kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$226 - $441	Average Duration2d 12h	CO₂ emissions 65kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$396 - $2,398	Average Duration2d 11h	CO₂ emissions 236kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,716 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587,492 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

FlixBus

3.5/511,970 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Carbondale to San Diego, CA, US by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Carbondale to San Diego?
The cheapest bus tickets from Carbondale to San Diego start from $226. The average price for this route is around $298. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Carbondale to San Diego?
The average bus trip duration from Carbondale to San Diego is 2d 12h, covering a distance of 1605 miles (2588 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 23h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Carbondale to San Diego route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Carbondale to San Diego?
The earliest bus departs from Carbondale to San Diego at 1:40am. And the latest bus departs at 7:00am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Carbondale to San Diego?
A bus trip from Carbondale to San Diego generates an estimated 65 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Carbondale to San Diego?
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 5696 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Carbondale to San Diego?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Carbondale to San Diego?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Carbondale to San Diego?
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

01/06

$422

01/07

$422

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01/10

$516

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The cheapest trip from Carbondale to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on Jan 6, 2026 with a price of $422

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

You can expect to pay from $422 to $1,819 for a bus ticket from Carbondale to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $516 which is on 2026-01-10.