How do I get from San Diego to El Paso without flying?

Both buses and trains are available for traveling between these two cities. Both are easy and sustainable ways to travel to El Paso. You can also use carpool services and share a car ride with other travelers.

How long is the bus ride from San Diego to El Paso?

Traveling from San Diego to El Paso takes around 19h 55m on average, although the fastest bus will take 16h 5m, on average. This is the time it takes to travel the 631 miles (1017 km) that separate the two cities.

How far is San Diego from El Paso?

San Diego and El Paso are 631 miles (1017 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from San Diego to El Paso?

Most of the buses traveling from San Diego to El Paso leave from Mission Valley Sheraton and arrive at Greyhound Station. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

What is the cheapest way to travel from San Diego to El Paso?

If you want the cheapest way to travel this route, choose the bus. The lowest price for the bus on this route is $61.

How much does a bus ticket from San Diego to El Paso cost?

The bus ticket costs $125 on average. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $61 to $243, so it's good to do your research before booking.

San Diego (CA), US to El Paso, US Bus Tickets

TodayMay 19

from $104

TomorrowMay 20

from $116

WedMay 21

ThuMay 22

FriMay 23

from $107

SatMay 24

SunMay 25

from $90

MonMay 26

Cheap buses leaving tomorrow

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: May 20 at 1:00pm
Departure city: San Diego
Departure location: San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Arrival time: May 21 at 11:50am
Destination city: El Paso
Destination location: Greyhound Station
Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 21h 50m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: May 20 at 4:30pm
Departure city: San Diego
Departure location: Cross Border Xpress CBX (USA)
Arrival time: May 21 at 9:35am
Destination city: El Paso
Destination location: El Paso Bus Station
Operated by: Los Limousines
Vehicle: BusDuration: 16h 5m
Departure time: May 20 at 7:35am
Departure city: San Diego
Departure location: San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Arrival time: May 21 at 3:15am
Destination city: El Paso
Destination location: Greyhound Station
Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 18h 40m
Departure time: May 20 at 2:00pm
Departure city: San Diego
Departure location: Greyhound Bus Stop
Arrival time: May 21 at 11:50am
Destination city: El Paso
Destination location: Greyhound Station
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 20h 50m
Departure time: May 20 at 10:30am
Departure city: San Diego
Departure location: Cross Border Xpress CBX (USA)
Arrival time: May 21 at 7:45am
Destination city: El Paso
Destination location: El Paso Bus Station
Operated by: Los Limousines
Vehicle: BusDuration: 20h 15m

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Compare 2 ways to go from San Diego to El Paso.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$61 - $243	Average Duration19h 55m	CO₂ emissions 25kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$131 - $278	Average Duration21h 50m	CO₂ emissions 92kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends taking the bus from San Diego to El Paso

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach El Paso. The journey takes about 19 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $61, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

19bus per day

19h 55mAverage Duration

$61Cheapest ticket

25kgCO₂ emissions

Bus San Diego to El Paso: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$125

Average bus trip duration19h 55m

Number of daily buses19

Earliest bus departure7:35am

Distance615 miles (991 km)

Latest bus departure7:35pm

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Los Limousines

3.5/5199 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi2.8

Greyhound

3.5/586,989 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.3

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.

Greyhound San Diego El Paso recent customer reviews

The staff and security did so awesome! There was an incident where a man made me feel uncomfortable so they made sure I felt safe and sat me right in the front behind the driver. Thank you so much!

Elizabeth R.

November 7, 2016

Overall professional

Thomas W.

March 1, 2020

Bus driver very rude he made me cry . Moreover it was freezing in the bus

Adriana M.

April 19, 2017

FlixBus

3.5/58,674 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.6

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, Greyhound, Los Limousines, Tornado Bus, Valley Transit, Tufesa, Wanda Coach

San Diego to El Paso Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses traveling from San Diego to El Paso, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Where are the popular stops in San Diego and El Paso?

Stops in San Diego

A - Mission Valley Sheraton

B - Old Town Courtyard Marriot

C - Downtown Holiday Inn

D - Greyhound Station

E - Market St. & Park Blvd

F - San Ysidro McDonald's

Stops in El Paso

A - Greyhound Station

B - Tornado Bus Station

Frequently asked questions for your trip San Diego - El Paso

How do I get from San Diego to El Paso without flying?
How long is the bus ride from San Diego to El Paso?
How far is San Diego from El Paso?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from San Diego to El Paso?
What is the cheapest way to travel from San Diego to El Paso?
How much does a bus ticket from San Diego to El Paso cost?

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

05/17

$119

05/18

$74

Today

$103

05/20

$116

05/21

$118

05/22

No data

05/23

$107

05/24

$114

The cheapest trip from San Diego to El Paso was searched and found on May 18, 2025 with a price of $74

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

You can expect to pay from $74 to $153 for a bus ticket from San Diego to El Paso based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $107 which is on 2025-05-23.

Usually Greyhound Lines, Inc. 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from San Diego to El Paso.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

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 San Diego to El Paso.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from San Diego to El Paso that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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

Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

What's the cheapest way to go from San Diego to El Paso?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time19h 55m	Avg Price$125	Daily Departures19
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time21h 50m	Avg Price$151	Daily Departures2

Will you be returning to San Diego by bus?

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Bus Tickets from San Diego, CA to El Paso, TX

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Bus San Diego to El Paso: Trip Overview

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Greyhound San Diego El Paso recent customer reviews

San Diego to El Paso Bus

Where are the popular stops in San Diego and El Paso?

Frequently asked questions for your trip San Diego - El Paso

How do I get from San Diego to El Paso without flying?

How long is the bus ride from San Diego to El Paso?

How far is San Diego from El Paso?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from San Diego to El Paso?

What is the cheapest way to travel from San Diego to El Paso?

How much does a bus ticket from San Diego to El Paso cost?

Find cheapest prices for buses

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Did you know?

What's the cheapest way to go from San Diego to El Paso?

Will you be returning to San Diego by bus?

You can also go to El Paso by train

Top traveled bus routes

Why choose Busbud?

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