The cheapest and fastest buses from San Diego, CA to San Fernando, CA
Cheapest price
$32
Average price
$38
Fastest journey
4 h 35 m
Average duration
4 h 35 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
211 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from San Diego, CA to San Fernando, 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 San Fernando, CA will cost around $38 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $32.
Of the 2 buses that leave San Diego, CA for San Fernando, CA on Mon, Jun 22, 2 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 211 km distance in an average of 4 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 35 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest buses will take 4 h 35 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 PM4h35San Diego, CA10:00 PMSan Fernando, CA$321One-way0 transfers
4:25 PM4h35San Diego, CA9:00 PMSan Fernando, CA$431One-way0 transfers
5:25 PM4h35San Diego, CA10:00 PMSan Fernando, CA$321One-way0 transfers
4:25 PM4h35San Diego, CA9:00 PMSan Fernando, CA$431One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for San Diego, CA to San Fernando, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Diego, CA to San Fernando, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $29. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $29, and a flight costs an average of $137.
Distance: 131 miles (211 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$38 Average price Cheapest | $42 Average price | $435 Average price | $36 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 55m Average total duration 4h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 12m Average total duration Fastest 3h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 14m Average total duration 5h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 41m 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 San Fernando, CA:
A bus is $4 (€3) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from San Diego, CA to San Fernando, CA costing on average $42 (€35).
A bus is $397 (€325) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from San Diego, CA to San Fernando, CA costing on average $435 (€356).
Other travel options to San Fernando, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 25m.
Flight takes on average 5h 14m.
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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 San Fernando, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:35AM | Arrival Time 06:35AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:35AM | Arrival Time 07:35AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:25PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:25PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $31 |
Compare prices and tickets San Diego, CA to San Fernando, CA by train, bus, or flight
Compare train, bus, and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from San Diego, CA to San Fernando, CA
Buses from San Diego, CA to San Fernando, CA run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $29 (€24) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:50, the last at 21:55. The fastest bus covers the 131 miles (211 km) distance in 4h 0m.
Distance 131 miles (211 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€24) |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 4h 0m |
First bus 3:50 AM |
Last bus 9:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: FlixBus from San Diego, CA to San Fernando, CAYou can travel by bus between San Diego, CA to San Fernando, CA with FlixBus for as low as $29 (€24). 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 San Fernando, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Diego, CA to San Fernando, 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 San Fernando, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- 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.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from San Diego, CA to San Fernando, CA
Most San Diego, CA to San Fernando, CA buses use the San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park) to San Fernando, Rinaldi St / Rincon Ave (Greyhound Bus Stop) station pair. Use this guide to compare San Diego, CA and San Fernando, 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
Getting to San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center from San Diego city centre
Getting to San Fernando, Rinaldi St / Rincon Ave (Greyhound Bus Stop) from San Fernando city centre
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