What is the distance between San Diego and Washington?

San Diego and Washington are 2268 miles (3657 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from San Diego to Washington?

If you're headed to Washington from San Diego, chances are that your bus will depart from Mission Valley Sheraton and arrive at Union Station. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Washington?

Once in Washington, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are The Mall/Monuments, The White House, United States Capitol, United States Holocaust Memorial Museum and Jefferson Memorial.

San Diego to Washington from $195 | Refundable Tickets

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One passenger / one way

Departure time: December 11 at 7:35pm
Departure city: San Diego
Departure location: Greyhound Bus Stop
Arrival time: December 14 at 6:25pm
Destination city: Washington
Destination location: Union Station
Operated by: Greyhound
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2d 19h
Departure time: December 11 at 7:35pm
Departure city: San Diego
Departure location: Greyhound Bus Stop
Arrival time: December 16 at 1:40am
Destination city: Washington
Destination location: Dupont Circle
Operated by: Greyhound + FlixBus
Greyhound + FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 4d 3h
Departure time: December 11 at 7:35pm
Departure city: San Diego
Departure location: Greyhound Bus Stop
Arrival time: December 15 at 3:20pm
Destination city: Washington
Destination location: Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave
Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound
FlixBus + Greyhound
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3d 16h
Departure time: December 11 at 7:35pm
Departure city: San Diego
Departure location: Greyhound Bus Stop
Arrival time: December 15 at 4:10pm
Destination city: Washington
Destination location: Arlington (Rosslyn), 1001 Wilson Blvd.
Operated by: Greyhound + FlixBus
Greyhound + FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3d 17h
Departure time: December 11 at 7:00pm
Departure city: San Diego
Departure location: UCSD Health La Jolla Station
Arrival time: December 15 at 3:20pm
Destination city: Washington
Destination location: Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave
Operated by: Greyhound + FlixBus
Greyhound + FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3d 17h

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Compare 2 ways to go from San Diego to Washington.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$159 - $654	Average Duration3d 3h	CO₂ emissions 91kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$290 - $590	Average Duration3d 17h	CO₂ emissions 333kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends taking the bus from San Diego to Washington

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 3 days, 3 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $159, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

39bus per day

3d 3hAverage Duration

$159Cheapest ticket

91kgCO₂ emissions

Bus San Diego, CA, US to Washington, DC, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$381

Average bus trip duration3d 3h

Number of daily buses39

Earliest bus departure7:15am

Distance2263 miles (3649 km)

Latest bus departure7:35pm

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Greyhound

3.5/587,189 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.3

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.

FlixBus San Diego Washington recent customer reviews

I had to find another form of transportation to complete my journey! The first leg of the journey San Diego to LA was fine and we were on time. The next leg was to start at 8:30 p.m. We were told there was no driver and the next leg from LA to Dallas would be delayed 6 hours. That meant that none of our connections could be met. Being stranded in LA overnight outside was not an option. So I had to find another form of transportation. Very disappointed because I was looking forward to the trip. Once that happened I cancelled the return trip as well.

Bernice J.

July 19, 2024

FlixBus

3.5/510,162 reviews

Staff4.1

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.

FlixBus San Diego Washington recent customer reviews

I had to find another form of transportation to complete my journey! The first leg of the journey San Diego to LA was fine and we were on time. The next leg was to start at 8:30 p.m. We were told there was no driver and the next leg from LA to Dallas would be delayed 6 hours. That meant that none of our connections could be met. Being stranded in LA overnight outside was not an option. So I had to find another form of transportation. Very disappointed because I was looking forward to the trip. Once that happened I cancelled the return trip as well.

Bernice J.

July 19, 2024

US bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Tornado Bus, Los Limousines, Valley Transit, Tufesa, Wanda Coach

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Where are the popular stops in San Diego and Washington?

Stops in San Diego

A - Mission Valley Sheraton

B - Old Town Courtyard Marriot

C - Downtown Holiday Inn

D - Greyhound Station

E - Market St. & Park Blvd

F - San Ysidro McDonald's

Stops in Washington

A - Union Station

B - Dupont Circle

C - Metro Center Station

D - L’Enfant Plaza

E - 10th Street NW

F - Foggy Bottom

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If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from San Diego to Washington but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from San Diego to Washington, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from San Diego to Washington will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

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Did you know?

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time3d 3h	Avg Price$381	Daily Departures39
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time3d 17h	Avg Price$456	Daily Departures5

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Bus Tickets from San Diego, CA, US to Washington, DC, US

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Bus San Diego, CA, US to Washington, DC, US: Trip Overview

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FlixBus San Diego Washington recent customer reviews

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Where are the popular stops in San Diego and Washington?

Frequently asked questions for your trip San Diego, CA, US - Washington, DC, US

What is the distance between San Diego and Washington?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from San Diego to Washington?

What are the best sights and things to do in Washington?

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

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