Bus from San Diego, CA to Los Angeles, CA

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TodayMay 10
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TomorrowMay 11
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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: May 11 at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: Santa Fe Depot
    Arrival time: May 12 at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: UCLA
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
    Departure time: May 11 at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: UCSD Health La Jolla Station
    Arrival time: May 11 at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: Downey - Stonewood Centre
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 11 at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
    Arrival time: May 11 at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: Los Angeles Union Station
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 11 at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: Greyhound Bus Stop
    Arrival time: May 11 at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: Los Angeles Union Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 11 at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
    Arrival time: May 11 at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to go from San Diego to Los Angeles.

Average Price$28 - $87Average Duration3h 35m
4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Average Price$38 - $54Average Duration2h 56m
18kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Shuttle
Average Price$66 - $70Average Duration2h 35m
5kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from San Diego to Los Angeles

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 2 hours 56 minutes and with fares starting at just $38, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

30train per day
2h 56mAverage Duration
$38Cheapest ticket
18kgCO₂ emissions

Bus San Diego to Los Angeles: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$36
Average bus trip duration3h 35m
Number of daily buses82
Earliest bus departure12:30am
Distance100 miles (161 km)
Latest bus departure10:30pm

San Diego to Los Angeles Bus

Frequently asked questions for your trip San Diego - Los Angeles

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
05/08
$25
05/09
$25
Today
$25
05/11
$25
05/12
$25
05/13
$25
05/14
$25
05/15
$25
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Diego to Los Angeles was searched and found on May 8, 2025 with a price of $25

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 Los Angeles, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $25 to $89 for a bus ticket from San Diego to Los Angeles based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $25 which is on 2025-05-11.

Usually FlixBus Inc., LLIO, 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.

What's the cheapest way to go from San Diego to Los Angeles?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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You can also go to Los Angeles by train

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