- 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.
Cheapest price
$42
Average price
$62
Fastest journey
1 h 5 m
Average duration
1 h 14 m
Buses per day
14
Distance
136 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Orange, 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 Orange, CA to San Diego, CA will cost around $62 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $42.
Of the 14 buses that leave Orange, CA for San Diego, CA on Sat, Aug 01, 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Aug 01 the direct buses cover the 136 km distance in an average of 1 h 14 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .
On Sat, Aug 01 the slowest buses will take 1 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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0Buses from Orange, CA to San Diego, CA run on average 37 times per day, taking around 1h 56m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) if you book in advance.
There are 35 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:15. The fastest bus covers the 84 miles (136 km) distance in 1h 15m.
Distance 84 miles (136 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Buses per day 37 |
Direct buses 35 |
Fastest bus 1h 15m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:15 PM |
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Cheapest Day Thu |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30AM | Arrival Time 04:45AM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Futura Net | Departure Time 06:24AM | Arrival Time 08:04AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator Futura Net | Departure Time 06:29AM | Arrival Time 08:34AM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator Futura Net | Departure Time 08:39AM | Arrival Time 09:49AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator Futura Net | Departure Time 08:44AM | Arrival Time 10:19AM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Futura Net | Departure Time 10:39AM | Arrival Time 11:49AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator Futura Net | Departure Time 10:44AM | Arrival Time 11:49AM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator Futura Net | Departure Time 10:59AM | Arrival Time 12:39PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator Futura Net | Departure Time 11:04AM | Arrival Time 12:09PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator Futura Net | Departure Time 12:39PM | Arrival Time 01:49PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator Futura Net | Departure Time 12:44PM | Arrival Time 02:49PM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Futura Net | Departure Time 02:39PM | Arrival Time 04:49PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator Futura Net | Departure Time 02:44PM | Arrival Time 04:19PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Futura Net | Departure Time 05:09PM | Arrival Time 06:49PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator Futura Net | Departure Time 05:14PM | Arrival Time 06:49PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator Futura Net | Departure Time 07:09PM | Arrival Time 08:19PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Futura Net | Departure Time 07:14PM | Arrival Time 08:49PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Futura Net | Departure Time 09:09PM | Arrival Time 10:49PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator Futura Net | Departure Time 09:14PM | Arrival Time 10:19PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:05PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
The table below shows live departures for Orange, CA to San Diego, CA buses for today, Friday, July 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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0 | 2:39 PM Orange, CA | 2h10 | 4:49 PM San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 2:44 PM Orange, CA | 1h35 | 4:19 PM San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 5:09 PM Orange, CA | 1h40 | 6:49 PM San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 5:14 PM Orange, CA | 1h35 | 6:49 PM San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 7:09 PM Orange, CA | 1h10 | 8:19 PM San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 7:14 PM Orange, CA | 1h35 | 8:49 PM San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 9:09 PM Orange, CA | 1h40 | 10:49 PM San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 9:14 PM Orange, CA | 1h05 | 10:19 PM San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, August 1 | |||||
0 | 6:24 AM Orange, CA | 1h40 | 8:04 AM San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 6:29 AM Orange, CA | 1h05 | 7:34 AM San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 8:39 AM Orange, CA | 2h10 | 10:49 AM San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 8:44 AM Orange, CA | 2h05 | 10:49 AM San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 10:39 AM Orange, CA | 1h10 | 11:49 AM San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 10:44 AM Orange, CA | 1h05 | 11:49 AM San Diego, CA | 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.
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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.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants, 15-20% for taxis or rideshares, and $1-2 for coffee drinks or small cafe orders.
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