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Santa Monica, CA to San Diego, CA bus with FlixBus

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Santa Monica, CA to San Diego, CA

Showing times and prices for Apr 25

Cheapest price

$0

Average price

$64

Fastest journey

4 h 43 m

Average duration

10 h 17 m

Buses per day

3

Distance

191 km

Cheap tickets

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

Big Blue Bus
05:47AM4h43
Santa Monica, CA
10:30AMSan Diego, CA
Find prices
2 transfers
Big Blue Bus
07:56PM14h34
Santa Monica, CA
10:30AMSan Diego, CA
$631One-way
1 transfer
Big Blue Bus
10:55PM11h35
Santa Monica, CA
10:30AMSan Diego, CA
$641One-way
2 transfers

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Santa Monica, CA to San Diego, CA bus times

Showing buses for today, Thursday, April 24
Last updated at 2:20 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
greyhound3:20 PM Santa Monica, CA
3h30
6:50 PM San Diego, CA0 transfersDirect
greyhound3:20 PM Santa Monica, CA
2h55
6:15 PM San Diego, CA0 transfersDirect
greyhound6:00 PM Santa Monica, CA
3h15
9:15 PM San Diego, CA0 transfersDirect
greyhound6:00 PM Santa Monica, CA
3h50
9:50 PM San Diego, CA0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus6:35 PM Santa Monica, CA
4h05
10:40 PM San Diego, CA0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus6:35 PM Santa Monica, CA
3h30
10:05 PM San Diego, CA0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus6:35 PM Santa Monica, CA
3h00
9:35 PM San Diego, CA0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus7:05 PM Santa Monica, CA
3h00
10:05 PM San Diego, CA0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus7:05 PM Santa Monica, CA
3h35
10:40 PM San Diego, CA0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus7:05 PM Santa Monica, CA
2h30
9:35 PM San Diego, CA0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus8:05 PM Santa Monica, CA
4h15
12:20 AM San Diego, CA0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus8:05 PM Santa Monica, CA
3h20
11:25 PM San Diego, CA0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus8:05 PM Santa Monica, CA
2h55
11:00 PM San Diego, CA0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus8:05 PM Santa Monica, CA
4h15
12:20 AM San Diego, CA0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus8:30 PM Santa Monica, CA
4h40
1:10 AM San Diego, CA0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus8:30 PM Santa Monica, CA
5h15
1:45 AM San Diego, CA0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus8:30 PM Santa Monica, CA
4h05
12:35 AM San Diego, CA0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus9:15 PM Santa Monica, CA
4h20
1:35 AM San Diego, CA0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus9:15 PM Santa Monica, CA
4h40
1:55 AM San Diego, CA0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus9:15 PM Santa Monica, CA
5h10
2:25 AM San Diego, CA0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus9:15 PM Santa Monica, CA
5h10
2:25 AM San Diego, CA0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus10:35 PM Santa Monica, CA
3h00
1:35 AM San Diego, CA0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus10:35 PM Santa Monica, CA
3h20
1:55 AM San Diego, CA0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus10:35 PM Santa Monica, CA
3h50
2:25 AM San Diego, CA0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus11:30 PM Santa Monica, CA
2h50
2:20 AM San Diego, CA0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus11:30 PM Santa Monica, CA
3h20
2:50 AM San Diego, CA0 transfersDirect
Friday, April 25
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus12:45 AM Santa Monica, CA
2h05
2:50 AM San Diego, CA0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus12:45 AM Santa Monica, CA
1h35
2:20 AM San Diego, CA0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus12:45 AM Santa Monica, CA
4h15
5:00 AM San Diego, CA1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus1:00 AM Santa Monica, CA
3h30
4:30 AM San Diego, CA0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus1:00 AM Santa Monica, CA
3h05
4:05 AM San Diego, CA0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus1:00 AM Santa Monica, CA
4h00
5:00 AM San Diego, CA0 transfersDirect
greyhound3:20 AM Santa Monica, CA
3h30
6:50 AM San Diego, CA0 transfersDirect
greyhound3:20 AM Santa Monica, CA
4h05
7:25 AM San Diego, CA0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus5:55 AM Santa Monica, CA
3h20
9:15 AM San Diego, CA0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus5:55 AM Santa Monica, CA
2h55
8:50 AM San Diego, CA0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus5:55 AM Santa Monica, CA
3h20
9:15 AM San Diego, CA0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus6:30 AM Santa Monica, CA
2h20
8:50 AM San Diego, CA0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus6:30 AM Santa Monica, CA
2h45
9:15 AM San Diego, CA0 transfersDirect
amtrak6241 AMTRAK · 5818 AMTRAK6:55 AM Santa Monica, CA
5h30
12:25 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Santa Monica, CA to San Diego, CA

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Buses from Santa Monica, CA to San Diego, CA run on average 54 times per day, taking around 3h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $26 (€21) if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
118 miles (190 km)
Average bus duration
3h 40m
Cheapest ticket price
$26 (€21)
Buses per day
54
Direct buses
54
Bus providers
2
Fastest bus
3h 15m
First bus
04:55
Last bus
23:30
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: FlixBus and Infobus from Santa Monica, CA to San Diego, CA

FlixBus and Infobus buses will get you to San Diego, CA from Santa Monica, CA from $13 (€11). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best bus times and tickets for your trip.

FlixBus is one of the most popular low-cost bus companies in Europe. Founded in Germany, FlixBus has expanded its services throughout Europe and even to the United States, giving travelers in both continents the option to take a long-distance bus at an affordable price. FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select routes throughout Europe. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on bag and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for bringing extra luggage and making specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat. Standard amenities onboard include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long bus journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets.

Bus information from Santa Monica, CA to San Diego, CA with FlixBus:

  • Average Duration: 2 h
  • Cheapest Price: $13

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