How much is the bus ticket from Washington to San Diego?

The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to San Diego start from $174. The average price for this route is around $365. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Washington to San Diego?

The average bus trip duration from Washington to San Diego is 3d 3h, covering a distance of 2268 miles (3658 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 14h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Washington to San Diego route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 28 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Washington to San Diego?

The earliest bus departs from Washington to San Diego at 5:50am. And the latest bus departs at 10:45pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Washington to San Diego?

A bus trip from Washington to San Diego generates an estimated 91 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Washington to San Diego?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87412 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Washington to San Diego?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Washington to San Diego?

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.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Washington to San Diego?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Washington to San Diego from $187 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Washington to San Diego on December 9
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	11:55pm	Union Station	2d 20h	5:20pm	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	11:55pm	Union Station	3d 16h	1:35pm	5716 Hardy Ave	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	11:55pm	Union Station	2d 20h	5:50pm	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	No tags
	Bus	11:55pm	Union Station	2d 20h	5:45pm	Greyhound Bus Stop	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	11:55pm	Union Station	3d 13h	10:10am	Balboa Park	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Washington to San Diego

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 3 days, 3 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $174, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

28bus per day

3d 3hAverage Duration

2268 milesDistance

91kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$174 - $803	Average Duration3d 3h	CO₂ emissions 91kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$344 - $2,372	Average Duration3d 3h	CO₂ emissions 333kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Washington and San Diego?

Stops in Washington

A
Dupont Circle
1500 20th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA
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B
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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C
Metro Center Station
663 11th St NW, Washington, D.C., DC 20004, USA
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D
L’Enfant Plaza
In front of McDonald's, 400 C St SW, Washington, DC 20024, USA
E
10th Street NW
Charter bus loading zone in front of Madame Tussaud's, 610 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
F
Foggy Bottom
1905 G St NW, Washington, DC 20431, USA

Stops in San Diego

A
Mission Valley Sheraton
1433 Camino del Rio S, San Diego, CA 92108, USA
B
Old Town Courtyard Marriot
2435 Jefferson St, San Diego, CA 92110, USA
C
Downtown Holiday Inn
1617 1st Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
D
Greyhound Station
1313 National Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
E
Market St. & Park Blvd
601 Park Boulevard, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
F
San Ysidro McDonald's
727 E San Ysidro Blvd, San Diego, CA 92173, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,422 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

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

3.5/511,558 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

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.

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

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

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

How much is the bus ticket from Washington to San Diego?
The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to San Diego start from $174. The average price for this route is around $365. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Washington to San Diego?
The average bus trip duration from Washington to San Diego is 3d 3h, covering a distance of 2268 miles (3658 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 14h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Washington to San Diego route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 28 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Washington to San Diego?
The earliest bus departs from Washington to San Diego at 5:50am. And the latest bus departs at 10:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Washington to San Diego?
A bus trip from Washington to San Diego generates an estimated 91 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Washington to San Diego?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87412 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Washington to San Diego?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Washington to San Diego?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Washington to San Diego?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

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The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on Dec 10, 2025 with a price of $217

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Washington, DC, US to San Diego, CA, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $217 to $235 for a bus ticket from Washington, DC, US to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $217 which is on 2025-12-10.