4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from San Diego, CA to Santa Cruz, CA
Cheapest price on Sep 15
$128
Average ticket price on Sep 15
$128
Fastest journey on Sep 15
14 h 59 m
Average journey duration on Sep 15
14 h 59 m
Buses on Sep 15
1
Distance
649 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from San Diego, CA to Santa Cruz, 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 Santa Cruz, CA will cost around $128 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $128.
On Tue, Sep 15, we found 1 buses from San Diego, CA to Santa Cruz, CA, including 1 direct services.
On Tue, Sep 15 the direct buses cover the 649 km distance in an average of 14 h 59 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 14 h 59 m .
On Tue, Sep 15 the slowest buses will take 14 h 59 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.
5:10 AM14h59San Diego, CA8:09 PMSanta Cruz, CA$1281One-way0 transfers
- 5:10 AM14h59San Diego, CA8:09 PMSanta Cruz, CA$1281One-way0 transfers
San Diego, CA to Santa Cruz, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 04:25AM | Arrival Time 08:33PM | Duration 16h08 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $107 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 05:10AM | Arrival Time 08:09PM | Duration 14h59 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $111 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 05:25AM | Arrival Time 09:06PM | Duration 39h41 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $115 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 06:10AM | Arrival Time 09:09PM | Duration 14h59 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $112 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 10:10PM | Arrival Time 01:09PM | Duration 14h59 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $115 |
Live departures
San Diego, CA to Santa Cruz, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for San Diego, CA to Santa Cruz, CA buses for tomorrow, Monday, September 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:10 AM San Diego, CA | 14h59 | 8:09 PM Santa Cruz, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from San Diego, CA to Santa Cruz, CA
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Take a bus from San Diego, CA to Santa Cruz, CA and enjoy the approximately 403 miles (649 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest bus runs at 13:20, the last at 22:10.
Distance 403 miles (649 km) |
First bus 1:20 PM |
Last bus 10:10 PM |
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