The cheapest and fastest buses from San Francisco International Airport to San Diego International Airport
- Cheapest price on Nov 02
- €97
- Average ticket price on Nov 02
- €97
- Fastest journey on Nov 02
- 14 h 46 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 02
- 14 h 46 m
- Buses on Nov 02
- 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 €97 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €97.
It's difficult to get from San Francisco International Airport to San Diego International Airport without transferring at least 2 times.

9:19 PM 14h46 Sfo Airport Terminal G-lower Level 12:05 PM Terminal 1 Rental Car Shuttle €97 1 One-way 2 transfers

9:19 PM 14h46 Sfo Airport Terminal G-lower Level 12:05 PM Terminal 1 Rental Car Shuttle €97 1 One-way 2 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Bus from San Francisco International Airport to San Diego International Airport
Buses from San Francisco International Airport to San Diego International Airport run on average 4 times per day, taking around 13h 34m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €56 but you can travel from only €50 by flight.
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 10h 35m.
Distance 446 miles (719 km) |
Average bus duration 13h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price €56 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 10h 35m |
First bus 5:35 AM |
Last bus 11:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Frequently asked questions about your San Francisco International Airport to San Diego International Airport trip
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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 €59 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 05:51AM | Duration 15h06 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €62 |
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, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:51 PM Sfo Airport Terminal G-lower Level | 15h14 | 12:05 PM Terminal 1 Rental Car Shuttle | 2 transfers | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between San Francisco International Airport and San Diego International Airport
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
- 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.
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.

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