4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from San Diego, CA to Redding, CA
Cheapest price
$130
Average price
$155
Fastest journey
16 h 15 m
Average duration
17 h 35 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
992 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from San Diego, CA to Redding, 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 Redding, CA will cost around $155 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $130.
It's difficult to get from San Diego, CA to Redding, CA without transferring at least once.
5811 AMTRAK · 711 Gold Runner · 3711 AMTRAK · 3761 AMTRAK10:10 PM16h15Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA2:25 PMRedding /Amtrak, Redding, CA$1301One-way3 transfers- 785 Pacific Surfliner · 4785 AMTRAK · 524 Capitol Corridor · 3711 AMTRAK4:10 PM22h15Old Town Station, San Diego, CA2:25 PMRedding /Amtrak, Redding, CA$1491One-way4 transfers
- 785 Pacific Surfliner · 4785 AMTRAK · 524 Capitol Corridor · 3711 AMTRAK4:01 PM22h24Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA2:25 PMRedding /Amtrak, Redding, CA$1491One-way4 transfers
· 5:40 AM17h05San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA10:45 PMRedding, Yuba St (Train Station)$1601One-way1 transfer- · 4:55 AM17h50San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center10:45 PMRedding, Yuba St (Train Station)$1641One-way1 transfer
- 5811 AMTRAK · 711 Gold Runner · 3711 AMTRAK · 3761 AMTRAK10:10 PM16h15Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA2:25 PMRedding /Amtrak, Redding, CA$1301One-way3 transfers
- · 5:40 AM17h05San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA10:45 PMRedding, Yuba St (Train Station)$1601One-way1 transfer
- · 4:55 AM17h50San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center10:45 PMRedding, Yuba St (Train Station)$1641One-way1 transfer
- · · 7:55 PM18h00San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA1:55 PMRedding, Yuba St (Train Station)$1661One-way2 transfers
- · · 7:10 PM18h45San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center1:55 PMRedding, Yuba St (Train Station)$1701One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for San Diego, CA to Redding, CA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from San Diego, CA to Redding, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $124. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $124, and a flight costs an average of $216.
Distance: 616 miles (992 km)
Compare bus with
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$134 Average price Cheapest | $400 Average price | $670 Average price | $142 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
17h 59m Average total duration 17h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 20h 40m Average total duration 20h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 25m Average total duration Fastest 6h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 16m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from San Diego, CA to Redding, CA:
A bus is $266 (€219) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from San Diego, CA to Redding, CA costing on average $400 (€330).
A bus is $536 (€442) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from San Diego, CA to Redding, CA costing on average $670 (€553).
Other travel options to Redding, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 17h 29m.
Train takes on average 20h 10m.
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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 Redding, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:55AM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 17h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $164 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 05:10AM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 16h15 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $129 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:40AM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 17h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $160 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 06:10AM | Arrival Time 10:25PM | Duration 16h15 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $150 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:25AM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 28h30 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $150 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 24h45 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $150 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 04:01PM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 22h24 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $149 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 22h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $149 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 18h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $170 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 18h10 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $244 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:55PM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 18h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $166 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 10:10PM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 16h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $130 |
Live departures
San Diego, CA to Redding, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for San Diego, CA to Redding, CA buses for today, Tuesday, July 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| · · | 7:10 PM San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center | 18h45 | 1:55 PM Redding, Yuba St (Train Station) | 2 transfers | |
| · · | 7:55 PM San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA | 18h00 | 1:55 PM Redding, Yuba St (Train Station) | 2 transfers | |
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| · | 4:55 AM San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center | 17h50 | 10:45 PM Redding, Yuba St (Train Station) | 1 transfer | |
| · | 5:40 AM San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA | 17h05 | 10:45 PM Redding, Yuba St (Train Station) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from San Diego, CA to Redding, CA
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Buses from San Diego, CA to Redding, CA run on average 7 times per day, taking around 17h 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $124 (€102) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 02:31, the last at 22:10. The fastest bus covers the 616 miles (992 km) distance in 15h 15m.
Distance 616 miles (992 km) |
Average bus duration 17h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $124 (€102) |
Buses per day 7 |
Fastest bus 15h 15m |
First bus 2:31 AM |
Last bus 10:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 56 days |
Bus providers: Greyhound, FlixBus from San Diego, CA to Redding, CAYou can travel by bus between San Diego, CA to Redding, CA with Greyhound, FlixBus for as low as $124 (€102). 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 Redding, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Diego, CA to Redding, 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 Redding, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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 Redding, CA
Most San Diego, CA to Redding, CA buses use the San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park) to Redding, Yuba St (Train Station) station pair. Use this guide to compare San Diego, CA and Redding, CA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park) from San Diego city centre
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