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Bus Raleigh to San Diego: Trip Overview

Bus Raleigh to San Diego: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$170
Average bus trip duration2d 19h
Number of daily buses14
Earliest bus departure3:45 AM
Distance2193 miles (3537 km)
Latest bus departure10:10 PM

Raleigh to San Diego Buses

Busbud helps you find a bus from Raleigh to San Diego. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from Raleigh to San Diego.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to San Diego from Raleigh, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures14
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures3:45AM - 10:10PM
Minimum Price$153
Average Ticket Price$170
Minimum Trip Duration2d13h
Average Bus Trip Duration2d19h
Distance2193 miles (3537 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteGreyhound, FlixBus
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Raleigh - San Diego

The bus is the best choice to get to San Diego without flying. The bus trip is an affordable, safe and convenient way to travel between the two cities. Alternatively, you can also use carpooling services.

The average travel time from Raleigh to San Diego is about 2d 19h, although the fastest bus will take 2d 13h, on average. This is the time it takes to travel the 2194 miles (3539 km) that separate the two cities.

The distance separating Raleigh and San Diego is 2194 miles (3539 km).

You can choose from 14 travel times and travel with Greyhound and FlixBus. The number of buses from Raleigh to San Diego can differ depending on the day of the week. Simplify your trip from Raleigh to San Diego by checking the schedules and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

The bus service operates between 3:45 AM and 10:10 PM.

Most of the buses traveling from Raleigh to San Diego leave from Raleigh Greyhound Bus Station and arrive at San Ysidro McDonald's. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

The cheapest way to travel this route is by bus. The lowest price for the bus on this route is $153.

You can expect to pay around $170 for a bus ticket. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $153 to $192, so it's good to do your research before booking.

Once in San Diego, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are SeaWorld San Diego, San Diego Bay Waterfront, La Jolla Cove, USS Midway Museum and Pacific Surf School.

Yes, you can take a night bus to go from Raleigh to San Diego. Make sure to pack a blanket and a snack to make your trip more comfortable.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Raleigh and San Diego!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Raleigh to San Diego.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Raleigh to San Diego.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Raleigh to San Diego while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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Bus from San Diego to Raleigh

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