Bus Tickets from San Diego, CA, US to New York City
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Next departures for San Diego to New York City on November 22
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FlixBus + Greyhound
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Greyhound Bus Stop
NYC Chinatown Lucky Star
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FlixBus + Greyhound
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Greyhound Bus Stop
Chinatown
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Greyhound Bus Stop
GW Bridge
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FlixBus + Greyhound
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Greyhound Bus Stop
NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)
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Greyhound Bus Stop
New York Port Authority
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Compare 2 ways to go from San Diego to New York City
We recommend taking the bus
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach New York City. The journey takes about 3 days, 1 hour 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $190, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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.
Based on 5599 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $569
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.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Diego, CA, US to New York City by bus
What is the travel distance from San Diego to New York City?
The distance between the two cities is 2425 miles (3912 km).
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from San Diego to New York City?
The majority of buses traveling from San Diego to New York City start their journey at Mission Valley Sheraton and wind up at New York Port Authority. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.
What are the best sights and things to do in New York City?
Once in New York City, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum, The Shed, Central Park, Times Square and Bronx Zoo.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
11/20
$421
11/21
$368
Today
$158
11/23
No data
11/24
$406
11/25
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11/26
$238
11/27
$388
The cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to New York City was searched and found on Nov 22, 2025 with a price of $158
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 New York City, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $158 to $448 for a bus ticket from San Diego, CA, US to New York City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $238 which is on 2025-11-26.
What's the cheapest way to go from San Diego, CA, US to New York City?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
The cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to New York City was searched and found on Nov 22, 2025 with a price of $158
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
