The cheapest buses from San Francisco to San Diego

Cheapest

$67

Average

$83

The best way to find a cheap fare is to book your ticket as far in advance as you can and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from San Francisco to San Diego will cost around $83 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $67.

Journey Summary

Journey Summary

San Francisco to San Diego bus information

timelapseAvg. bus duration16h 8m
attach_moneyBus ticket price$67
place Bus depart fromSan Francisco
pin_drop Bus arrive inSan Diego
directions_transit Bus companiesFlixbus

Travel tips

Bus from San Francisco to San Diego

Travel by bus to San Diego easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from San Francisco to San Diego.
  • How to get to San Diego from San Francisco?

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  • On average you find 17 daily schedules to San Diego from San Francisco. Usually, there are 119 bus departures every week on this route. Flixbus bus lines operate the largest daily fleet to San Diego. It is an average of 17 bus schedules per day and 510 trips every month. On peak seasons bus companies may increase the number of available vehicles.
  • How to get cheap bus tickets from San Francisco to San Diego?

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  • There is a total of 1 bus companies operating this trip. Flixbus offer a total of 17 bus schedules from San Francisco to San Diego. Keep in mind that this 1 road operator(s) have different ticket prices and service offers shown on the bus timetable. Flixbus tickets are available for $67. It is the lower trip price you can get on 2024-04-23. Compare all bus fare prices that vary according to comfort, ticket promotions, and availability. Take time and check customers 0 reviews for Flixbus bus services. Users reviews best describe the real bus trip experience. The company score relates to bus quality, punctuality, cleanliness, and staff behavior. Ratings and reviews are relevant information when searching and comparing bus prices. Bus booking in advance is the best way to find San Diego cheap tickets.
  • How far apart is San Diego from San Francisco?

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  • The bus traveling length from San Francisco to San Diego is around 16h 8m. Flixbus schedules advertise it has the fastest transportation from San Francisco. Selecting this company, you probably arrive in about 0h 50m in San Diego.
  • Where are San Francisco and San Diego bus stations?

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  • For this trip to San Diego, you can get on board at San Francisco (5th/Townsend), San Francisco Bus Station, Daly City BART. Moreover, get off the bus at San Ysidro Bus Terminal.
  • BusBuster displayed travel information

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  • BusBuster has all information for you discover the best and cheapest bus ticket. Explore all available tools and 0 user reviews to best choose between Flixbus. BusBuster does not sell tickets. If you want to purchase bus tickets online, this site will redirect you to the official Flixbus website. Reserve your bus seat to San Diego in advance and have a nice trip.
  • How much is bus ticket from San Francisco to San Diego?

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  • Flixbus tickets to San Diego costs between $67 and USD 90.46 each seat As mentioned before, you will find on Flixbus to San Diego low-cost tickets for only $67. This bus leaves at 05:40 from San Francisco bus station or stop at San Francisco (5th/Townsend), San Francisco Bus Station, Daly City BART. On the contrary, the bus leaving at 22:05 have the most expensive ticket to San Diego for about USD 90.46.
  • Which is the best way for bus booking?

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  • There are many different secure forms of acquiring a ticket. The more comfortable, secure and faster way is to get your bus ticket online at Flixbus website. Alternatively, you can book by phone or directly at the counter. Flixbus phone number: +49 30 300137300 Find out more on search and buy cheap bus tickets in North America.
  • When is the first and last bus to San Diego?

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  • The first bus time to San Diego is at 05:05. The bus timetable may vary during weekdays. The last departure time from San Francisco is at 23:00.
  • How to get ticket refund on Flixbus?

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  • Note that companies have different policies regarding fare types and changes. Find more information on bus company page.

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