4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from San Diego, CA to Eureka, CA
Cheapest price
$150
Average price
$150
Fastest journey
19 h 20 m
Average duration
1 d 1 h 32 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
1094 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from San Diego, CA to Eureka, 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 Eureka, CA will cost around $150 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $150.
It's difficult to get from San Diego, CA to Eureka, CA without transferring at least 2 times.
785 Pacific Surfliner · 4785 AMTRAK · 6 California Zephyr · 6311 AMTRAK4:10 PM25h20Old Town Station, San Diego, CA5:30 PMEureka, CA$1501One-way3 transfers- 785 Pacific Surfliner · 4785 AMTRAK · 6 California Zephyr · 6313 AMTRAK4:10 PM28h40Old Town Station, San Diego, CA8:50 PMEureka, CA$1501One-way3 transfers
- 785 Pacific Surfliner · 4785 AMTRAK · 6 California Zephyr · 6311 AMTRAK4:01 PM25h29Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA5:30 PMEureka, CA$1501One-way3 transfers
- 785 Pacific Surfliner · 4785 AMTRAK · 6 California Zephyr · 6313 AMTRAK4:01 PM28h49Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA8:50 PMEureka, CA$1501One-way3 transfers
- 5811 AMTRAK · 711 Gold Runner · 6311 AMTRAK10:10 PM19h20Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA5:30 PMEureka, CA$1521One-way2 transfers
- 5811 AMTRAK · 711 Gold Runner · 6311 AMTRAK10:10 PM19h20Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA5:30 PMEureka, CA$1521One-way2 transfers
- 785 Pacific Surfliner · 4785 AMTRAK · 6 California Zephyr · 6311 AMTRAK4:10 PM25h20Old Town Station, San Diego, CA5:30 PMEureka, CA$1501One-way3 transfers
- 785 Pacific Surfliner · 4785 AMTRAK · 6 California Zephyr · 6311 AMTRAK4:01 PM25h29Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA5:30 PMEureka, CA$1501One-way3 transfers
- 785 Pacific Surfliner · 4785 AMTRAK · 6 California Zephyr · 6313 AMTRAK4:10 PM28h40Old Town Station, San Diego, CA8:50 PMEureka, CA$1501One-way3 transfers
- 785 Pacific Surfliner · 4785 AMTRAK · 6 California Zephyr · 6313 AMTRAK4:01 PM28h49Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA8:50 PMEureka, CA$1501One-way3 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for San Diego, CA to Eureka, CA
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from San Diego, CA to Eureka, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $144. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $144, and a flight costs an average of $486.
Distance: 679 miles (1094 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$153 Average price Cheapest | $548 Average price | $156 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
19h 21m Average total duration 18h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 57m Average total duration Fastest 4h 57m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from San Diego, CA to Eureka, CA:
A bus is $395 (€319) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from San Diego, CA to Eureka, CA costing on average $548 (€442).
Other travel options to Eureka, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 18h 51m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
San Diego, CA to Eureka, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 12:01AM | Arrival Time 01:30AM | Duration 25h29 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $144 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 05:10AM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 19h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $185 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 04:01PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 25h29 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $150 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 25h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $150 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 10:10PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 19h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $152 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 11:01PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 25h29 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $148 |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from San Diego, CA to Eureka, CA
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Buses from San Diego, CA to Eureka, CA run on average 5 times per day, taking around 18h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $144 (€116) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 10:10, the last at 21:25. The fastest bus covers the 679 miles (1094 km) distance in 19h 20m.
Distance 679 miles (1094 km) |
Average bus duration 18h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $144 (€116) |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 19h 20m |
First bus 10:10 AM |
Last bus 9:25 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
FAQs: Bus from San Diego, CA to Eureka, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Diego, CA to Eureka, 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 Eureka, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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