- Must visit
San Diego Museum of Art
Major Balboa Park museum with works from Spanish old masters to modern art, plus strong regional and international exhibitions.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Barstow, CA to San Diego, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barstow, CA to San Diego, CA will cost around €42 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €31.
On Tue, Nov 03, we found 16 buses from Barstow, CA to San Diego, CA, including 7 direct services.
On Tue, Nov 03 the direct buses cover the 243 km distance in an average of 4 h 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 35 m .
On Tue, Nov 03 the slowest buses will take 5 h 40 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

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Buses from Barstow, CA to San Diego, CA run on average 12 times per day, taking around 5h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €33 if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:05, the last at 21:15. The fastest bus covers the 150 miles (243 km) distance in 3h 35m.
Distance 150 miles (243 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price €33 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 3h 35m |
First bus 2:05 AM |
Last bus 9:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 1 day |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Barstow, CA to San Diego, CA.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator 702 Shuttles | Departure Time 12:42AM | Arrival Time 04:38AM | Duration 3h56 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price €86 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:15AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price €36 |
Operator 702 Shuttles | Departure Time 08:42AM | Arrival Time 12:38PM | Duration 3h56 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €86 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:55AM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price €35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price €33 |
Operator 702 Shuttles | Departure Time 11:42AM | Arrival Time 03:17PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price €86 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:05PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price €35 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:35PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price €31 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price €35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €44 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 01:50AM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €54 |
The table below shows live departures for Barstow, CA to San Diego, CA buses for today, Monday, November 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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+ FlixBus | 5:05 PM Barstow, Barstow Travel Center, CA | 5h10 | 10:15 PM San Diego, West Harbor Drive (The Headquarters at Seaport District), CA | 1 transfer | |
· | 5:05 PM Barstow, Barstow Travel Center, CA | 6h45 | 11:50 PM San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA | 1 transfer | |
+ FlixBus | 5:05 PM Barstow, Barstow Travel Center, CA | 5h40 | 10:45 PM San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center | 1 transfer | |
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0 | 12:42 AM Barstow, CA | 3h56 | 4:38 AM San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
+ FlixBus | 5:15 AM Barstow, Barstow Travel Center, CA | 6h45 | 12:00 PM San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center | 1 transfer | |
+ FlixBus | 5:15 AM Barstow, Barstow Travel Center, CA | 6h15 | 11:30 AM San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA | 1 transfer | |
0 | 11:42 AM Barstow, CA | 3h35 | 3:17 PM San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
+ FlixBus | 8:55 AM Barstow, Barstow Travel Center, CA | 8h15 | 5:10 PM San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center | 1 transfer | |
+ FlixBus | 8:55 AM Barstow, Barstow Travel Center, CA | 7h30 | 4:25 PM San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 11:20 AM Barstow, Barstow Travel Center, CA | 7h00 | 6:20 PM San Diego, Rail Ct / E San Ysidro Blvd (McDonald`s), CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:20 AM Barstow, Barstow Travel Center, CA | 7h00 | 6:20 PM San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:20 AM Barstow, Barstow Travel Center, CA | 6h30 | 5:50 PM San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:05 PM Barstow, Barstow Travel Center, CA | 6h40 | 6:45 PM San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:05 PM Barstow, Barstow Travel Center, CA | 6h05 | 6:10 PM San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 1:35 PM Barstow, Barstow Travel Center, CA | 5h15 | 6:50 PM San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:35 PM Barstow, Barstow Travel Center, CA | 6h00 | 7:35 PM San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Major Balboa Park museum with works from Spanish old masters to modern art, plus strong regional and international exhibitions.
Acclaimed contemporary art museum in La Jolla featuring oceanfront settings, modern works, and rotating global exhibitions.
Museum aboard a historic aircraft carrier with restored aircraft, naval exhibits, and immersive views of life at sea.
Balboa Park is San Diego's grand cultural park, packed with gardens, architecture, museums, and walkable plazas worth lingering in.
Historic Gaslamp Quarter offers Victorian-era streets, nightlife energy, and preserved downtown architecture for an atmospheric walk.
Dramatic seaside cliffs and walking paths in La Jolla, famous for waves, sea lions, and sweeping Pacific views.
A San Diego staple: grilled fish in a soft tortilla with cabbage, crema, and salsa. Popularized by Baja influence and coastal seafood culture.
French fries, carne asada, cheese, guacamole, and crema wrapped in a flour tortilla. A late-night local favorite born in San Diego taquerias.
Fresh local sea urchin served raw, prized for its rich, buttery taste. It reflects San Diego's access to Pacific seafood and sushi culture.
Celebrated sushi restaurant specializing in omakase and pristine seafood, including uni. Intimate, polished, and highly respected by locals.
Iconic casual seafood counter known for fish tacos, smoked fish, and harbor views. A classic stop for San Diego's Baja-inspired seafood style.
Refined fine-dining restaurant showcasing local seafood and seasonal California ingredients. Elegant room with one of the city's strongest reputations.
San Diego is pricey for US travel, with higher hotel rates, dining, and parking than many cities, though casual food and buses stay manageable.
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Most Barstow, CA to San Diego, CA buses use the Barstow, Barstow Travel Center to San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center station pair, with some services arriving at San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park). Use this guide to compare Barstow, CA and San Diego, CA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Barstow, Barstow Travel Center is 2 km from Barstow city centre. Public transport options include:
Barstow, Barstow Travel Center has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Food court with several options available.
Wi-Fi is available at Barstow, Barstow Travel Center. ATMs are aTM inside the Travel Center.
Ticket office support is available at Barstow, Barstow Travel Center.
Available at Barstow, Barstow Travel Center: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Barstow, Barstow Travel Center: Wheelchair accessible with assistance available.
Barstow has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Barstow. ATMs are available at Barstow.
Ticket office support is available at Barstow.
Available at Barstow: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Barstow: Typically accessible for wheelchairs.
San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center is 22 km from San Diego city centre. Public transport options include:
San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several fast food eateries located nearby.
Wi-Fi is available at San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center. ATMs are available near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center.
Available at San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center: Wheelchair accessible with ramps.
San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park) is 5 km from San Diego city centre. Public transport options include:
San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several dining options nearby.
Wi-Fi is available at San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park). ATMs are available at San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park).
Ticket office support is available at San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park).
Available at San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park): Wheelchair accessible routes available.
San Diego, West Harbor Drive (The Headquarters at Seaport District) is 1 km from San Diego city centre. Public transport options include:
San Diego, West Harbor Drive (The Headquarters at Seaport District) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several dining options are in the area.
Wi-Fi is available at San Diego, West Harbor Drive (The Headquarters at Seaport District). ATMs are available at San Diego, West Harbor Drive (The Headquarters at Seaport District).
Ticket office support is available at San Diego, West Harbor Drive (The Headquarters at Seaport District).
Available at San Diego, West Harbor Drive (The Headquarters at Seaport District): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at San Diego, West Harbor Drive (The Headquarters at Seaport District): Accessible for persons with disabilities.
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