San Diego, CA - New York, NYCompare Greyhound, FlixBus


The cheapest and fastest buses from San Diego, CA to New York, NY
Cheapest price
$164
Average price
$380
Fastest journey
2 d 20 h 40 m
Average duration
2 d 23 h 11 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
3907 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from San Diego, CA to New York, NY 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 New York, NY will cost around $380 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $164.
Of the 5 buses that leave San Diego, CA for New York, NY on Sun, Apr 19, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Apr 19 the direct buses cover the 3907 km distance in an average of 2 d 23 h 11 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 d 20 h 40 m .
On Sun, Apr 19 the slowest buses will take 3 d 1 h 10 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.
5:25 PM71h05San Diego, CA4:30 PMNew York, NY$1641One-way0 transfers
3:35 AM73h10San Diego, CA4:45 AMNew York, NY$3431One-way0 transfers
6:00 PM71h45San Diego, CA5:45 PMNew York, NY$3591One-way0 transfers
9:45 PM71h15San Diego, CA9:00 PMNew York, NY$4371One-way0 transfers
11:55 PM68h40San Diego, CA8:35 PMNew York, NY$5951One-way0 transfers
11:55 PM68h40San Diego, CA8:35 PMNew York, NY$5951One-way0 transfers
5:25 PM71h05San Diego, CA4:30 PMNew York, NY$1641One-way0 transfers
9:45 PM71h15San Diego, CA9:00 PMNew York, NY$4371One-way0 transfers
6:00 PM71h45San Diego, CA5:45 PMNew York, NY$3591One-way0 transfers
3:35 AM73h10San Diego, CA4:45 AMNew York, NY$3431One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for San Diego, CA to New York, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Diego, CA to New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $120. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $120, and a train costs an average of $306.
Distance: 2427 miles (3907 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$433 Average price | $752 Average price | $372 Average price Cheapest |
67h 55m Average total duration 67h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 67h 50m Average total duration 67h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 54m Average total duration Fastest 5h 54m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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San Diego, CA to New York, NY Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:55AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 75h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $699 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:35AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 73h05 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $564 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 72h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $599 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:25AM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 76h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $491 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:25AM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 76h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $491 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 70h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $488 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 73h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $599 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 73h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $576 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 71h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $467 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 72h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $491 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 76h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $797 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:35PM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 81h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $694 |
Live departures
San Diego, CA to New York, NY bus times
The table below shows live departures for San Diego, CA to New York, NY buses for today, Saturday, April 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus+ undefined · undefined | 6:55 AM San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center | 75h35 | 1:30 PM New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 4 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ undefined · undefined | 7:35 AM San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA | 73h35 | 12:10 PM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 4 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ undefined · undefined | 7:35 AM San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA | 74h10 | 12:45 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 4 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ undefined · undefined | 7:35 AM San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA | 76h15 | 2:50 PM New York, 3rd Ave / 38th St (Brooklyn), NY | 5 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ undefined · undefined | 7:35 AM San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA | 84h55 | 11:30 PM New York, Canal Street (Lucky Star), NY | 5 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ undefined · undefined | 7:35 AM San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA | 74h55 | 1:30 PM New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 4 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ undefined · undefined | 7:35 AM San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA | 71h55 | 10:30 AM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ undefined · undefined | 7:35 AM San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA | 73h05 | 11:40 AM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 4 transfers | |
undefined · undefined · undefined+ FlixBus | 9:15 AM San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center | 72h30 | 12:45 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 3 transfers | |
undefined · undefined · undefined · undefined | 9:15 AM San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center | 83h15 | 11:30 PM New York, Canal Street (Lucky Star), NY | 4 transfers | |
undefined · undefined · undefined · undefined | 9:15 AM San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center | 71h55 | 12:10 PM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 3 transfers | |
undefined · undefined · undefined | 9:15 AM San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center | 70h15 | 10:30 AM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 2 transfers | |
undefined · undefined · undefined · undefined | 9:15 AM San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center | 74h35 | 2:50 PM New York, 3rd Ave / 38th St (Brooklyn), NY | 4 transfers | |
undefined · undefined · undefined+ FlixBus | 9:15 AM San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center | 71h25 | 11:40 AM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ undefined · undefined | 9:25 AM San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA | 76h35 | 5:00 PM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 5 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ undefined · undefined | 9:25 AM San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA | 75h45 | 4:10 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 5 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ undefined · undefined | 9:25 AM San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA | 76h00 | 4:25 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 5 transfers | |
undefined · undefined · undefined+ FlixBus | 9:50 AM San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA | 70h50 | 11:40 AM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 3 transfers | |
undefined · undefined · undefined+ FlixBus | 9:50 AM San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA | 71h55 | 12:45 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 3 transfers | |
undefined · undefined · undefined · undefined | 9:50 AM San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA | 82h40 | 11:30 PM New York, Canal Street (Lucky Star), NY | 4 transfers | |
undefined · undefined · undefined · undefined | 9:50 AM San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA | 71h20 | 12:10 PM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 3 transfers | |
undefined · undefined · undefined | 9:50 AM San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA | 69h40 | 10:30 AM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 2 transfers | |
undefined · undefined · undefined · undefined | 9:50 AM San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA | 74h00 | 2:50 PM New York, 3rd Ave / 38th St (Brooklyn), NY | 4 transfers | |
undefined · undefined · undefined · undefined | 9:50 AM San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA | 76h25 | 5:15 PM New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 4 transfers | |
FlixBus+ undefined · undefined · undefined | 12:40 PM San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center | 73h10 | 4:50 PM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 5 transfers | |
FlixBus+ undefined · undefined · undefined | 12:40 PM San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center | 73h35 | 5:15 PM New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 5 transfers | |
FlixBus+ undefined · undefined · undefined | 12:40 PM San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center | 71h55 | 3:35 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 5 transfers | |
FlixBus+ undefined · undefined · undefined | 12:40 PM San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center | 73h20 | 5:00 PM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 4 transfers | |
FlixBus+ undefined · undefined · undefined | 1:10 PM San Diego, West Harbor Drive (The Headquarters at Seaport District), CA | 72h50 | 5:00 PM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 4 transfers | |
FlixBus+ undefined · undefined · undefined | 1:10 PM San Diego, West Harbor Drive (The Headquarters at Seaport District), CA | 72h40 | 4:50 PM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 5 transfers | |
FlixBus+ undefined · undefined · undefined | 1:10 PM San Diego, West Harbor Drive (The Headquarters at Seaport District), CA | 71h25 | 3:35 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 5 transfers | |
FlixBus+ undefined · undefined · undefined | 1:10 PM San Diego, West Harbor Drive (The Headquarters at Seaport District), CA | 73h05 | 5:15 PM New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 5 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from San Diego, CA to New York, NY
Buses from San Diego, CA to New York, NY run on average 54 times per day, taking around 67h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $164 (€131) but you can travel from only $120 (€95) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 01:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 2427 miles (3907 km) distance in 68h 40m.
Distance 2427 miles (3907 km) |
Average bus duration 67h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $164 (€131) |
Buses per day 54 |
Fastest bus 68h 40m |
First bus 1:05 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: Greyhound, FlixBus from San Diego, CA to New York, NYYou can travel by bus between San Diego, CA to New York, NY with Greyhound, FlixBus for as low as $120 (€95). 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 New York, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Diego, CA to New York, NY 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 New York, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Statue of Liberty, an iconic symbol of freedom and democracy located on Liberty Island
- Central Park, a vast urban park offering scenic landscapes, walking paths, and recreational activities
- Times Square, a bustling commercial and entertainment hub known for its bright lights and Broadway theaters
- Empire State Building, a historic skyscraper offering panoramic views of the city from its observation decks
- Metropolitan Museum of Art, one of the largest and most prestigious art museums in the world, featuring diverse collections spanning thousands of years.
- Broadway, a famous theater district known for its high-quality productions and musicals
- Explore the vibrant neighborhoods of Brooklyn, known for their unique culture, food, and art scenes
- Visit the 9/11 Memorial and Museum, a poignant tribute to the victims of the September 11 attacks
- Take a ferry to Ellis Island, the historic gateway for millions of immigrants to the United States
- Enjoy a food tour in Manhattan, sampling diverse cuisines from around the world.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- 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
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from San Diego, CA to New York, NY
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: M7, M20, M34 Metro: 1, 2, 3, A, C, E
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