Bus Tickets from San Diego, CA, US to Reno

TodayJul 31
from $183
TomorrowAug 1
from $116
SatAug 2
from $133
SunAug 3
MonAug 4
from $122
TueAug 5
from $133
WedAug 6
from $95
ThuAug 7

Next departures to Reno

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: August 1 at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: Downtown SD (Seaport)
    Arrival time: August 2 at
    Destination city: Reno
    Destination location: Reno
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
    Departure time: August 1 at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: Santa Fe Depot
    Arrival time: August 2 at
    Destination city: Reno
    Destination location: Reno Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 1 at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
    Arrival time: August 2 at
    Destination city: Reno
    Destination location: Reno
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 1 at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: Greyhound Bus Stop
    Arrival time: August 2 at
    Destination city: Reno
    Destination location: Reno
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 1 at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: Santa Fe Depot
    Arrival time: August 2 at
    Destination city: Reno
    Destination location: Reno Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from San Diego to Reno.

Bus
Average Price$82 - $247Average Duration18h 30m
20kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average Price$121 - $156Average Duration23h 26m
72kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from San Diego to Reno

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Reno. The journey takes about 18 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $82, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day
18h 30mAverage Duration
$82Cheapest ticket
20kgCO₂ emissions

Bus San Diego, CA, US to Reno: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$115
Average bus trip duration18h 30m
Number of daily buses8
Earliest bus departure11:50am
Distance490 miles (789 km)
Latest bus departure7:35pm

San Diego to Reno Bus

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

Best price found
07/29
$127
07/30
$122
Today
$214
08/01
$124
08/02
$127
08/03
No data
08/04
$121
08/05
$127
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Reno was searched and found on Aug 4, 2025 with a price of $121

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 Reno, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $121 to $214 for a bus ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Reno based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $121 which is on 2025-08-04.

Usually Greyhound Lines, Inc., Amtrak 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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The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

What's the cheapest way to go from San Diego, CA, US to Reno?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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