San Francisco, CA to San Diego, CA bus

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Cheap bus tickets from San Francisco, CA to San Diego, CA

Showing times and prices for Sep 20

Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from San Francisco, CA to San Diego, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Cheapest
Amtrak
10:35PM14h32
San Francisco, CA
01:07PMSanta Fe Depot, San Diego, CA
$741One-way
1 transfer
Cheapest
Amtrak
07:55AM15h09
San Francisco, CA
11:04PMSanta Fe Depot, San Diego, CA
$741One-way
1 transfer
Cheapest
Amtrak
05:15AM14h49
San Francisco, CA
08:04PMSanta Fe Depot, San Diego, CA
$741One-way
1 transfer
2nd Cheapest
FlixBus
11:25PM15h35
San Francisco, CA
03:00PMSan Diego, CA
$941One-way
1 transfer
FlixBus
11:25PM11h50
San Francisco, CA
11:15AMSan Diego, CA
$941One-way
1 transfer

Bus schedule from San Francisco, CA to San Diego, CA

Showing buses for tomorrow, Friday, September 20
Amtrak
05:15AM14h49
San Francisco, CA
08:04PMSanta Fe Depot, San Diego, CA
1 transfer
FlixBus
06:30AM15h00
San Francisco, CA
09:30PMSan Diego, CA
2 transfers
FlixBus
06:30AM15h30
San Francisco, CA
10:00PMSan Diego, CA
2 transfers
FlixBus
06:30AM14h35
San Francisco, CA
09:05PMSan Diego, CA
2 transfers
Greyhound
06:30AM17h20
San Francisco, CA
11:50PMSan Diego, CA
1 transfer
FlixBus
06:30AM15h30
San Francisco, CA
10:00PMSan Diego, CA
2 transfers
Amtrak
07:55AM15h09
San Francisco, CA
11:04PMSanta Fe Depot, San Diego, CA
1 transfer
FlixBus
08:05AM13h55
San Francisco, CA
10:00PMSan Diego, CA
1 transfer
FlixBus
08:05AM13h00
San Francisco, CA
09:05PMSan Diego, CA
1 transfer
FlixBus
08:05AM15h45
San Francisco, CA
11:50PMSan Diego, CA
1 transfer
FlixBus
08:05AM13h55
San Francisco, CA
10:00PMSan Diego, CA
1 transfer
FlixBus
08:05AM13h25
San Francisco, CA
09:30PMSan Diego, CA
1 transfer
Greyhound
11:00AM14h10
San Francisco, CA
01:10AMSan Diego, CA
1 transfer
Greyhound
11:00AM14h35
San Francisco, CA
01:35AMSan Diego, CA
1 transfer
Greyhound
11:00AM14h35
San Francisco, CA
01:35AMSan Diego, CA
1 transfer
FlixBus
11:40AM13h30
San Francisco, CA
01:10AMSan Diego, CA
1 transfer
FlixBus
11:40AM13h55
San Francisco, CA
01:35AMSan Diego, CA
1 transfer
FlixBus
11:40AM13h55
San Francisco, CA
01:35AMSan Diego, CA
1 transfer
Greyhound
04:00PM23h35
San Francisco, CA
03:35PMSan Diego, CA
2 transfers
FlixBus
04:00PM17h55
San Francisco, CA
09:55AMSan Diego, CA
2 transfers
FlixBus
04:00PM18h30
San Francisco, CA
10:30AMSan Diego, CA
2 transfers
FlixBus
08:35PM13h20
San Francisco, CA
09:55AMSan Diego, CA
2 transfers
FlixBus
10:00PM10h45
San Francisco, CA
08:45AMSan Diego, CA
0 transfers
FlixBus
10:00PM12h30
San Francisco, CA
10:30AMSan Diego, CA
1 transfer
FlixBus
10:00PM11h15
San Francisco, CA
09:15AMSan Diego, CA
0 transfers
Amtrak
10:35PM14h32
San Francisco, CA
01:07PMSanta Fe Depot, San Diego, CA
1 transfer
Greyhound
10:40PM12h35
San Francisco, CA
11:15AMSan Diego, CA
0 transfers
Greyhound
10:40PM13h10
San Francisco, CA
11:50AMSan Diego, CA
0 transfers
FlixBus
11:25PM11h50
San Francisco, CA
11:15AMSan Diego, CA
1 transfer
FlixBus
11:25PM15h35
San Francisco, CA
03:00PMSan Diego, CA
1 transfer
FlixBus
11:25PM15h05
San Francisco, CA
02:30PMSan Diego, CA
1 transfer
FlixBus
11:25PM16h10
San Francisco, CA
03:35PMSan Diego, CA
1 transfer
FlixBus
11:25PM12h25
San Francisco, CA
11:50AMSan Diego, CA
1 transfer

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How far in advance should I book bus tickets from San Francisco, CA to San Diego, CA?

The best time to book your bus from San Francisco, CA to San Diego, CA is 77 days before departure. See how prices for buses change on the San Francisco, CA to San Diego, CA route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from San Francisco, CA to San Diego, CA per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your bus from San Francisco, CA to San Diego, CA.

Bus times from San Francisco, CA to San Diego, CA

Showing times and prices for Sep 20

Fastest Journey

10 h 45 m

Average

14 h 35 m

Buses per day

33

Distance

738 km

Of the 33 buses that leave San Francisco, CA for San Diego, CA every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest
FlixBus
10:00PM10h45
San Francisco, CA
08:45AMSan Diego, CA
$1111One-way
0 transfers
2nd Fastest
FlixBus
10:00PM11h15
San Francisco, CA
09:15AMSan Diego, CA
$1111One-way
0 transfers
FlixBus
11:25PM11h50
San Francisco, CA
11:15AMSan Diego, CA
$941One-way
1 transfer
FlixBus
11:25PM12h25
San Francisco, CA
11:50AMSan Diego, CA
$1071One-way
1 transfer
FlixBus
10:00PM12h30
San Francisco, CA
10:30AMSan Diego, CA
$1311One-way
1 transfer

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Overview: Bus from San Francisco, CA to San Diego, CA

distanceDistance457 miles (737 km)
durationAverage bus duration12 h 55 min
priceAverage bus ticket price$75 (€63)
frequencyBus frequency1 a day
changesDirect busYes, there is 1 direct bus a day
carriersBus providersFlixBus or Greyhound

Buses from San Francisco, CA to San Diego, CA cover the 457 miles (737 km) long trip taking on average 12 h 55 min with our travel partners like FlixBus or Greyhound. Normally, there is 1 bus operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest bus tickets for this trip for as low as $48 (€40), but the average price of bus tickets is $75 (€63).

Bus companies: FlixBus, Amtrak and Greyhound from San Francisco, CA to San Diego, CA

You can travel by bus between San Francisco, CA and San Diego, CA with FlixBus, Amtrak and Greyhound for as low as $51 (€43). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

FlixBus is one of Europe's leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and offering long-distance bus services in Europe and the U. S. FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select routes throughout Europe. Standard amenities on FlixBus include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long bus journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets. You can even purchase snacks and drinks onboard. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on luggage and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat.

Bus information from San Francisco, CA to San Diego, CA with FlixBus:

  • Average Duration: 10 h 35 min
  • Cheapest Price: $51
  • FlixBus frequency: 1 a day

FAQs: Bus from San Francisco, CA to San Diego, CA

FAQs: Take the bus from San Francisco, CA to San Diego, CA with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from San Francisco, CA to San Diego, CA.
FAQs
Cheap bus tickets from San Francisco, CA to San Diego, CA can start from as little as $48 (€40) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for San Francisco, CA to San Diego, CA is $75 (€63); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The bus time between San Francisco, CA and San Diego, CA is on average 12 h 55 min   for the 457 mile (737 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go to San Diego, CA from San Francisco, CA by bus can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first bus from San Francisco, CA to San Diego, CA leaves at 5: 35 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last bus from San Francisco, CA to San Diego, CA leaves at 6: 40 PM.
Yes, it is possible to travel from San Francisco, CA to San Diego, CA without having to change trains with FlixBus or Greyhound. There is 1 direct bus from San Francisco, CA to San Diego, CA each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
For the best San Francisco, CA to San Diego, CA bus to purchase, you can travel safely and comfortably with FlixBus or Greyhound. However, it's always good to check all possible bus providers with services from San Francisco, CA to San Diego, CA to compare what amenities they may offer.
The cheapest month for a bus from San Francisco, CA to San Diego, CA is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between San Francisco, CA and San Diego, CA including taking a bus, train or flight.

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