How much is the bus ticket from San Diego to El Paso?

The cheapest bus tickets from San Diego to El Paso start from $74. The average price for this route is around $144. 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 San Diego to El Paso?

The average bus trip duration from San Diego to El Paso is 19h 25m, covering a distance of 628 miles (1013 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 16h 5m and is operated by Los Limousines .

Which bus companies service the San Diego to El Paso route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day, including services from Los Limousines , Greyhound , Amtrak , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from San Diego to El Paso at 6:45am. And the latest bus departs at 7:35pm.

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

A bus trip from San Diego to El Paso generates an estimated 25 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 San Diego to El Paso?

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 5762 reviews.

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

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 San Diego to El Paso?

According to Busbud traveler 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 San Diego to El Paso?

According to Busbud traveler 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 San Diego to El Paso from $67 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for San Diego to El Paso on March 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	7:55am	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	18h 20m	3:15am	Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	1:00pm	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	21h 50m	11:50am	Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	1:30pm	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	21h 20m	11:50am	Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	1:30pm	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	21h 20m	11:50am	Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	2:00pm	Greyhound Bus Stop	20h 50m	11:50am	Greyhound Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from San Diego to El Paso

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach El Paso. The journey takes about 19 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $74, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18bus per day

19h 25mAverage Duration

628 milesDistance

25kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$74 - $254	Average Duration19h 25m	CO₂ emissions 25kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$155 - $184	Average Duration21h 50m	CO₂ emissions 92kg CO₂e

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

Stops in San Diego

A
Mission Valley Sheraton
1433 Camino del Rio S, San Diego, CA 92108, USA
B
Old Town Courtyard Marriot
2435 Jefferson St, San Diego, CA 92110, USA
C
Downtown Holiday Inn
1617 1st Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
D
Greyhound Station
1313 National Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
E
Market St. & Park Blvd
601 Park Boulevard, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
F
San Ysidro McDonald's
727 E San Ysidro Blvd, San Diego, CA 92173, USA

Stops in El Paso

A
Greyhound Station
200 W San Antonio Ave, El Paso, TX 79901
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B
Tornado Bus Station
400 W Paisano Dr, El Paso, TX 79901, USA
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Compare bus companies

Los Limousines

3.5/5299 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.9

Wifi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587,527 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi2.5

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

Amtrak

4/55,767 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/512,311 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4

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, Greyhound, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Diego, CA, US to El Paso, 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 San Diego to El Paso?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Diego to El Paso start from $74. The average price for this route is around $144. 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 San Diego to El Paso?
The average bus trip duration from San Diego to El Paso is 19h 25m, covering a distance of 628 miles (1013 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 16h 5m and is operated by Los Limousines.
Which bus companies service the San Diego to El Paso route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day, including services from Los Limousines, Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Diego to El Paso?
The earliest bus departs from San Diego to El Paso at 6:45am. And the latest bus departs at 7:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Diego to El Paso?
A bus trip from San Diego to El Paso generates an estimated 25 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 San Diego to El Paso?
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 5762 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Diego to El Paso?
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 San Diego to El Paso?
According to Busbud traveler 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 San Diego to El Paso?
According to Busbud traveler 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

03/10

$112

03/11

$102

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$93

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The cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to El Paso, US was searched and found on Mar 12, 2026 with a price of $93

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 El Paso, US, as early as possible.