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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from San Francisco International Airport to San Diego International Airport
Cheapest price on Sep 17
€62
Average ticket price on Sep 17
€62
Fastest journey on Sep 17
15 h 6 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
15 h 6 m
Buses on Sep 17
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 €62 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €62.
On Thu, Sep 17, we found 1 buses from San Francisco International Airport to San Diego International Airport, including 1 direct services.
On Thu, Sep 17 the direct buses cover the 719 km distance in an average of 15 h 6 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 15 h 6 m .
On Thu, Sep 17 the slowest buses will take 15 h 6 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.
2:45 PM15h06San Francisco International Airport5:51 AMSan Diego International Airport€621One-way0 transfers
- 2:45 PM15h06San Francisco International Airport5:51 AMSan Diego International Airport€621One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight 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 an average ticket price of €127 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 41m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €127, while a flight costs an average of €440.
Distance: 446 miles (719 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€127 Average price Cheapest | €440 Average price | €83 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
14h 44m Average total duration 14h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 41m Average total duration Fastest 3h 41m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 8h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
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 €313 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 €440.
Other travel options to San Diego International Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 14h 14m.
Tickets start at around €127 compared to roughly €83 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-43.53. The journey takes 14h 14m versus 8h 2m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility 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 FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 11:35AM | Duration 10h35 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €69 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 05:35AM | Arrival Time 07:52PM | Duration 14h17 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price €59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 15h05 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €56 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 05:51AM | Duration 15h06 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €62 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:05PM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 17h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €65 |
Operator SamTrans | Departure Time 08:51PM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 15h14 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €97 |
Operator SamTrans | Departure Time 09:19PM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 14h46 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price €97 |
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, Wednesday, September 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 FlixBus+ · · | 6:05 PM San Francisco, Townsend Street / 5th Street, CA | 17h40 | 11:45 AM San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA | 3 transfers | |
| FlixBus+ · +FlixBus | 6:05 PM San Francisco, Townsend Street / 5th Street, CA | 17h30 | 11:35 AM San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA | 3 transfers | |
| FlixBus+ · +FlixBus | 6:05 PM San Francisco, Townsend Street / 5th Street, CA | 17h50 | 11:55 AM San Diego, West Harbor Drive (The Headquarters at Seaport District), CA | 3 transfers | |
| Thursday, September 17 | |||||
| 2:45 PM San Francisco International Airport | 15h06 | 5:51 AM San Diego International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
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 3 times per day, taking around 14h 14m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €55 if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:35, the last at 23:00. The fastest bus covers the 446 miles (719 km) distance in 12h 35m.
Distance 446 miles (719 km) |
Average bus duration 14h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price €55 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 12h 35m |
First bus 5:35 AM |
Last bus 11:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Bus providers: Greyhound, FlixBus 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 Greyhound, FlixBus for as low as €55. 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.
- 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.
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