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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from San Francisco International Airport to San Diego International Airport
Cheapest price
$72
Average price
$72
Fastest journey
14 h 17 m
Average duration
14 h 17 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
719 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from San Francisco International Airport to San Diego International Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from San Francisco International Airport to San Diego International Airport will cost around $72 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $72.
Of the 1 buses that leave San Francisco International Airport for San Diego International Airport on Wed, Jun 24, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 24 the direct buses cover the 719 km distance in an average of 14 h 17 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 14 h 17 m .
On Wed, Jun 24 the slowest buses will take 14 h 17 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.
5:35 AM14h17San Francisco International Airport7:52 PMSan Diego International Airport$721One-way0 transfers
- 5:35 AM14h17San Francisco International Airport7:52 PMSan Diego International Airport$721One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, flight, and train for San Francisco International Airport to San Diego International Airport
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from San Francisco International Airport to San Diego International Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $72. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $72, and a flight costs an average of $48.
Distance: 446 miles (719 km)
Compare bus with
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$73 Average price Cheapest | $170 Average price | $85 Average price | $101 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
14h 59m Average total duration 14h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 15h 10m Average total duration 14h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from San Francisco International Airport to San Diego International Airport:
A bus is $11 (€9) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from San Francisco International Airport to San Diego International Airport costing on average $85 (€69).
A bus is $97 (€79) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from San Francisco International Airport to San Diego International Airport costing on average $170 (€140).
Other travel options to San Diego International Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 14h 29m.
Train takes on average 14h 40m.
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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 Francisco International Airport to San Diego International Airport Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 05:35AM | Arrival Time 07:52PM | Duration 14h17 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 05:51AM | Duration 15h06 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator SamTrans | Departure Time 08:51PM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 15h14 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $119 |
Operator SamTrans | Departure Time 09:19PM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 14h46 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $119 |
Live departures
San Francisco International Airport to San Diego International Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for San Francisco International Airport to San Diego International Airport buses for today, Monday, June 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 9:19 PM Sfo Airport Terminal G-lower Level | 14h46 | 12:05 PM Terminal 1 Rental Car Shuttle | 2 transfers | |
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Overview: Bus from San Francisco International Airport to San Diego International Airport
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Buses from San Francisco International Airport to San Diego International Airport run on average 18 times per day, taking around 14h 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $72 (€59) but you can travel from only $48 (€40) by flight.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:35, the last at 14:45. The fastest bus covers the 446 miles (719 km) distance in 14h 17m.
Distance 446 miles (719 km) |
Average bus duration 14h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $72 (€59) |
Buses per day 18 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 14h 17m |
First bus 5:35 AM |
Last bus 2:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
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Bus providers: SamTrans from San Francisco International Airport to San Diego International AirportYou can travel by bus between San Francisco International Airport to San Diego International Airport with SamTrans for as low as $48 (€40). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from San Francisco International Airport to San Diego International Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Francisco International Airport to San Diego International Airport 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 Diego International Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from San Francisco International Airport to San Diego International Airport
Most San Francisco International Airport to San Diego International Airport buses use the San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29 to San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park) station pair, with some services arriving at San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center. Use this guide to compare San Francisco International Airport and San Diego International Airport bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29 from San Francisco city centre
Getting to San Francisco, Townsend Street / 5th Street from San Francisco city centre
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
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