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Muzeo Museum and Cultural Center
Anaheim’s main museum campus with rotating art, history, and cultural exhibitions in a restored Carnegie building and nearby gallery spaces.
Cheapest price
$27
Average price
$55
Fastest journey
1 h 45 m
Average duration
1 h 49 m
Buses per day
13
Distance
143 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from San Diego, CA to Anaheim, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from San Diego, CA to Anaheim, CA will cost around $55 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $27.
Of the 13 buses that leave San Diego, CA for Anaheim, CA on Mon, Jun 22, 13 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct buses cover the 143 km distance in an average of 1 h 49 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 45 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest buses will take 1 h 52 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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0Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Diego, CA to Anaheim, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $17, and a train costs an average of $32.
Distance: 88 miles (143 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$29 Average price Cheapest | $33 Average price | $20 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 57m Average total duration 2h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 35m Average total duration Fastest 2h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | 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 San Diego, CA to Anaheim, CA:
A bus is $4 (€3) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from San Diego, CA to Anaheim, CA costing on average $33 (€27).
Other travel options to Anaheim, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 27m.
You'll arrive about -1h -46m sooner (2h 27m by bus vs 1h 41m by car) and save roughly $-9.29 (€-7.60) compared to fuel and tolls ($29 (€24) vs $20 (€16)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by FlixBus, Greyhound, Infobus.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 04:35AM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:35AM | Arrival Time 04:35AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:35AM | Arrival Time 05:35AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 07:51AM | Arrival Time 09:38AM | Duration 1h47 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator Futura Net | Departure Time 07:51AM | Arrival Time 09:43AM | Duration 1h52 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Futura Net | Departure Time 09:51AM | Arrival Time 11:38AM | Duration 1h47 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 09:51AM | Arrival Time 11:38AM | Duration 1h47 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 11:51AM | Arrival Time 01:38PM | Duration 1h47 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator Futura Net | Departure Time 11:51AM | Arrival Time 01:43PM | Duration 1h52 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:55AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 01:51PM | Arrival Time 03:38PM | Duration 1h47 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator Futura Net | Departure Time 01:51PM | Arrival Time 03:43PM | Duration 1h52 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Futura Net | Departure Time 03:51PM | Arrival Time 05:38PM | Duration 1h47 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 03:51PM | Arrival Time 05:38PM | Duration 1h47 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 05:51PM | Arrival Time 07:38PM | Duration 1h47 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator Futura Net | Departure Time 05:51PM | Arrival Time 07:43PM | Duration 1h52 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:55PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 07:51PM | Arrival Time 09:38PM | Duration 1h47 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator Futura Net | Departure Time 07:51PM | Arrival Time 09:38PM | Duration 1h47 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:55PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:55PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $30 |
The table below shows live departures for San Diego, CA to Anaheim, CA buses for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 7:45 AM San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center | 2h30 | 10:15 AM Anaheim, Regional Transportation Intermodal Center (ARTIC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 7:51 AM San Diego, CA | 1h47 | 9:38 AM Anaheim, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:30 AM San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA | 1h45 | 10:15 AM Anaheim, Regional Transportation Intermodal Center (ARTIC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 9:51 AM San Diego, CA | 1h47 | 11:38 AM Anaheim, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 11:51 AM San Diego, CA | 1h52 | 1:43 PM Anaheim, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:55 AM San Diego, West Harbor Drive (The Headquarters at Seaport District), CA | 2h50 | 2:45 PM Anaheim, Regional Transportation Intermodal Center (ARTIC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:15 PM San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA | 2h30 | 2:45 PM Anaheim, Regional Transportation Intermodal Center (ARTIC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 1:51 PM San Diego, CA | 1h52 | 3:43 PM Anaheim, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 3:51 PM San Diego, CA | 1h47 | 5:38 PM Anaheim, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 5:51 PM San Diego, CA | 1h52 | 7:43 PM Anaheim, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:10 PM San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center | 2h40 | 9:50 PM Anaheim, Regional Transportation Intermodal Center (ARTIC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 7:51 PM San Diego, CA | 1h47 | 9:38 PM Anaheim, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:55 PM San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA | 1h55 | 9:50 PM Anaheim, Regional Transportation Intermodal Center (ARTIC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from San Diego, CA to Anaheim, CA run on average 18 times per day, taking around 2h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $17 (€14) if you book in advance.
There are 17 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:35. The fastest bus covers the 88 miles (143 km) distance in 1h 45m.
Distance 88 miles (143 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 (€14) |
Buses per day 18 |
Direct buses 17 |
Fastest bus 1h 45m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:35 PM |
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Discover the best of Anaheim — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Anaheim trip today.
Anaheim’s main museum campus with rotating art, history, and cultural exhibitions in a restored Carnegie building and nearby gallery spaces.
A small but popular gallery in the Disneyland Resort area featuring Disney art, concept work, and themed exhibitions that appeal to design and animation fans.
A major Orange County museum nearby in Santa Ana, known for world cultures, California art, and strong special exhibitions worth the short trip from Anaheim.
Anaheim’s signature destination, famous for themed lands, classic attractions, and constant visual appeal; the city’s top must-visit area for most travelers.
A major resort park with Pixar, Marvel, and California-themed areas, highly popular for immersive design, rides, and evening entertainment.
One of the most photogenic and highly regarded themed areas in Disney California Adventure, especially famous at sunset and after dark.
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A classic SoCal burrito with grilled beef, rice, beans, salsa, and cheese, reflecting Anaheim's strong Mexican and taqueria culture.
A regional favorite packed with carne asada and French fries, popular across Southern California and easy to find around Anaheim.
An established upscale restaurant known for refined American cuisine, steaks, and an elegant ranch-inspired dining room.
A long-running fine dining restaurant serving Italian and Mediterranean-influenced dishes in a historic mansion setting.
A popular modern Mexican restaurant recognized for creative tacos, house-made tortillas, and a stylish, energetic atmosphere.
Moderate for U.S. tourism. Theme park areas and hotels raise costs, but casual dining and chain options help balance daily spending.
Restaurants: 15-20% standard, 20%+ for great service. Bars: USD 1-2 per drink. Taxis/rideshare: 10-15% or round up. Hotel staff: USD 1-5 depending on service. Not usually needed for counter service.
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