The cheapest and fastest buses from San Diego, CA to Montclair, CA
Cheapest price
$87
Average price
$91
Fastest journey
6 h 29 m
Average duration
11 h 17 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
159 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from San Diego, CA to Montclair, 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 Montclair, CA will cost around $91 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $87.
It's difficult to get from San Diego, CA to Montclair, CA without transferring at least once.




Travel Information
Compare train and bus for San Diego, CA to Montclair, CA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from San Diego, CA to Montclair, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €37. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €37, and a flight costs an average of €387.
Distance: 98 miles (159 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€37 Average price Cheapest | €84 Average price | €387 Average price |
3h 47m Average total duration 3h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 42m Average total duration 5h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 12m Average total duration Fastest 1h 12m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
San Diego, CA to Montclair, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for San Diego, CA to Montclair, CA buses for today, Thursday, December 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:46 AM San Diego, CA | 6h29 | 1:15 PM Montclair, CA | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 7:25 PM San Diego, CA | 16h05 | 11:30 AM Montclair, CA | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from San Diego, CA to Montclair, CA
Buses from San Diego, CA to Montclair, CA run on average 15 times per day, taking around 3h 17m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $46 (€37) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 22:00. The fastest bus covers the 98 miles (159 km) distance in 5h 40m.
Distance 98 miles (159 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $46 (€37) |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 5h 40m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 22:00 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, San Diego Metro Transit, Greyhound from San Diego, CA to Montclair, CAYou can travel by bus between San Diego, CA to Montclair, CA with FlixBus, San Diego Metro Transit, Greyhound for as low as $46 (€37). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from San Diego, CA to Montclair, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Diego, CA to Montclair, 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 Montclair, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
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- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
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