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

The cheapest bus tickets from Davis to San Diego start from $123. The average price for this route is around $145. 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 Davis to San Diego?

The average bus trip duration from Davis to San Diego is 17h 50m, covering a distance of 474 miles (765 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 20m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Davis to San Diego route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Davis to San Diego at 11:15am. And the latest bus departs at 7:45pm.

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

A bus trip from Davis to San Diego generates an estimated 19 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 Davis 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 5654 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Davis 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 Davis 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 Davis 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 Davis to San Diego from $108 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Davis to San Diego on December 31
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:25am	Davis Station	13h 25m	8:50pm	Old Town San Diego	Cheapest
6:10am	Davis Station	12h 40m	6:50pm	Old Town San Diego	Fastest
6:10am	Davis Station	12h 40m	6:50pm	Old Town San Diego	No tags
7:25am	Davis Station	13h 25m	8:50pm	Old Town San Diego	No tags
9:45am	Davis Station	13h 3m	10:48pm	Old Town San Diego	No tags

Next departures for Davis to San Diego on January 1
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:25am	Davis Station	13h 25m	8:50pm	Old Town San Diego	Cheapest
6:10am	Davis Station	12h 40m	6:50pm	Old Town San Diego	Fastest
6:10am	Davis Station	12h 40m	6:50pm	Old Town San Diego	No tags
7:25am	Davis Station	13h 25m	8:50pm	Old Town San Diego	No tags
9:45am	Davis Station	13h 3m	10:48pm	Old Town San Diego	No tags

Next departures for Davis to San Diego on January 2
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:25am	Davis Station	13h 25m	8:50pm	Old Town San Diego	Cheapest
6:10am	Davis Station	12h 40m	6:50pm	Old Town San Diego	Fastest
6:10am	Davis Station	12h 40m	6:50pm	Old Town San Diego	No tags
7:25am	Davis Station	13h 25m	8:50pm	Old Town San Diego	No tags
9:45am	Davis Station	13h 3m	10:48pm	Old Town San Diego	No tags

Next departures for Davis to San Diego on January 3
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:25am	Davis Station	13h 25m	8:50pm	Old Town San Diego	Cheapest
6:10am	Davis Station	12h 40m	6:50pm	Old Town San Diego	Fastest
6:10am	Davis Station	12h 40m	6:50pm	Old Town San Diego	No tags
7:25am	Davis Station	13h 25m	8:50pm	Old Town San Diego	No tags
9:45am	Davis Station	13h 3m	10:48pm	Old Town San Diego	No tags

Next departures for Davis to San Diego on January 4
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:25am	Davis Station	13h 25m	8:50pm	Old Town San Diego	Cheapest
6:10am	Davis Station	12h 40m	6:50pm	Old Town San Diego	Fastest
6:10am	Davis Station	12h 40m	6:50pm	Old Town San Diego	No tags
7:25am	Davis Station	13h 25m	8:50pm	Old Town San Diego	No tags
9:45am	Davis Station	13h 3m	10:48pm	Old Town San Diego	No tags

Next departures for Davis to San Diego on January 5
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:25am	Davis Station	13h 25m	8:50pm	Old Town San Diego	Cheapest
6:10am	Davis Station	12h 40m	6:50pm	Old Town San Diego	Fastest
6:10am	Davis Station	12h 40m	6:50pm	Old Town San Diego	No tags
7:25am	Davis Station	13h 25m	8:50pm	Old Town San Diego	No tags
9:45am	Davis Station	13h 3m	10:48pm	Old Town San Diego	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 9:36 AM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Davis 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 17 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $123, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

17h 50mAverage Duration

474 milesDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$123 - $171	Average Duration17h 50m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$112 - $814	Average Duration17h 45m	CO₂ emissions 70kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,688 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,824 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 Davis 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 Davis to San Diego?
The cheapest bus tickets from Davis to San Diego start from $123. The average price for this route is around $145. 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 Davis to San Diego?
The average bus trip duration from Davis to San Diego is 17h 50m, covering a distance of 474 miles (765 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 20m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Davis to San Diego route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Davis to San Diego?
The earliest bus departs from Davis to San Diego at 11:15am. And the latest bus departs at 7:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Davis to San Diego?
A bus trip from Davis to San Diego generates an estimated 19 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 Davis 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 5654 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Davis 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 Davis 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 Davis 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

12/28

No data

12/29

$112

Today

$112

12/31

$118

The cheapest trip from Davis to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on Dec 29, 2025 with a price of $112

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

You can expect to pay from $112 to $141 for a bus ticket from Davis to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $118 which is on 2025-12-31.