- Must visit
USS Midway Museum
A large aircraft carrier museum on the waterfront with restored aircraft, flight deck exhibits, and naval history. One of the city's most visited cultural attractions.
Cheapest price
$89
Average price
$105
Fastest journey
6 h 17 m
Average duration
7 h 39 m
Buses per day
14
Distance
427 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Las Vegas, NV 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 Las Vegas, NV to San Diego, CA will cost around $105 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $89.
Of the 14 buses that leave Las Vegas, NV for San Diego, CA on Wed, Jul 08, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 08 the direct buses cover the 427 km distance in an average of 7 h 39 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 17 m .
On Wed, Jul 08 the slowest buses will take 8 h 45 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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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Las Vegas, NV to San Diego, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $43. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 41m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.4 - 1.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $43, and a flight costs an average of $20.
Distance: 265 miles (427 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight |
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$69 Average price Cheapest | $114 Average price |
8h 20m Average total duration 7h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 41m Average total duration Fastest 1h 41m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.3 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Las Vegas, NV to San Diego, CA:
A bus is $45 (€37) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Las Vegas, NV to San Diego, CA costing on average $114 (€94).
Other travel options to San Diego, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 50m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 10h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator 702 Shuttles | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 12:38PM | Duration 6h38 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $116 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 11h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 9h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 9h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator Tufesa Internacional | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $117 |
Operator 702 Shuttles | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 03:38PM | Duration 6h38 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $116 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator 702 Shuttles | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 04:17AM | Duration 6h17 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $116 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator Tufesa Internacional | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $117 |
The table below shows live departures for Las Vegas, NV to San Diego, CA buses for today, Tuesday, July 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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· | 11:45 PM Las Vegas, Lv All In Shuttle LLC, NV | 12h00 | 11:45 AM San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA | 1 transfer | |
· | 11:45 PM Las Vegas, Lv All In Shuttle LLC, NV | 12h35 | 12:20 PM San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center | 1 transfer | |
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+ FlixBus | 5:50 AM Las Vegas, Lv All In Shuttle LLC, NV | 10h35 | 4:25 PM San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA | 1 transfer | |
+ FlixBus | 5:50 AM Las Vegas, Lv All In Shuttle LLC, NV | 11h20 | 5:10 PM San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:50 AM Las Vegas, 1st St (Downtown), NV | 9h55 | 6:45 PM San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:50 AM Las Vegas, 1st St (Downtown), NV | 9h20 | 6:10 PM San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA | 1 transfer | |
0 | 9:00 AM Las Vegas, NV | 8h00 | 5:00 PM San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:15 AM Las Vegas, S Las Vegas Blvd (Forever 21), NV | 8h55 | 6:10 PM San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:15 AM Las Vegas, S Las Vegas Blvd (Forever 21), NV | 9h30 | 6:45 PM San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center | 1 transfer | |
+ FlixBus | 2:00 PM Las Vegas, Lv All In Shuttle LLC, NV | 8h45 | 10:45 PM San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center | 1 transfer | |
+ FlixBus | 2:00 PM Las Vegas, Lv All In Shuttle LLC, NV | 8h15 | 10:15 PM San Diego, West Harbor Drive (The Headquarters at Seaport District), CA | 1 transfer | |
· | 2:00 PM Las Vegas, Lv All In Shuttle LLC, NV | 9h50 | 11:50 PM San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Las Vegas, NV to San Diego, CA run on average 29 times per day, taking around 7h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $43 (€35) but you can travel from only $20 (€17) by flight.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 265 miles (427 km) distance in 8h 15m.
Distance 265 miles (427 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $43 (€35) |
Buses per day 29 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 8h 15m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Las Vegas, NV to San Diego, CA by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at San Diego, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Las Vegas, NV to San Diego, CA buses use the Las Vegas, Gilespie Street (South Strip Transit Terminal) to San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park) station pair, with some services arriving at San Diego. Use this guide to compare Las Vegas, NV and San Diego, CA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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