Bus from San Diego, CA, US to Fresno, US: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for San Diego to Fresno on December 4
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBusBus
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Amtrak StationCheapest
Los LimousinesBus
Cross Border Xpress CBX (USA)
1157 F StFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Amtrak StationNo tags
FlixBusBus
UCSD Health La Jolla Station
Amtrak StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Greyhound Bus Stop
Amtrak StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 1:33 AM PST.

Get from San Diego to Fresno

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 9 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14bus per day
9h 5mAverage Duration
312 milesDistance
13kgCO₂ emissions

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

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

  1. How much is the bus ticket from San Diego to Fresno?

    The cheapest bus tickets from San Diego to Fresno start from $40. The average price for this route is around $80. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from San Diego to Fresno?

    The average bus trip duration from San Diego to Fresno is 9h 5m, covering a distance of 312 miles (502 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 15m and is operated by Los Limousines.

  3. Which bus companies service the San Diego to Fresno route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 buses available per day, including services from Los Limousines, FlixBus, Greyhound, Amtrak, Limousine.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Diego to Fresno?

    The earliest bus departs from San Diego to Fresno at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 7:35pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Diego to Fresno?

    A bus trip from San Diego to Fresno generates an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from San Diego to Fresno?

    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 5597 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Diego to Fresno?

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

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from San Diego to Fresno?

    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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Diego to Fresno?

    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
12/01
$62
12/02
$58
Today
$60
12/04
$56
12/05
$58
12/06
$48
12/07
No data
12/08
$40
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Fresno, US was searched and found on Dec 8, 2025 with a price of $40

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 Fresno, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $40 to $151 for a bus ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Fresno, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $40 which is on 2025-12-08.

Usually Greyhound 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.

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