Bus Tickets from San Diego, CA to Washington, DC

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: November 23 at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: Greyhound Bus Stop
    Arrival time: November 26 at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: November 23 at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: Greyhound Bus Stop
    Arrival time: November 26 at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: November 23 at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: Greyhound Bus Stop
    Arrival time: November 26 at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:54 PM PST.

Prices and availability are subject to change.

Bus San Diego to Washington: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$277
Average Bus Trip Duration2d 23h
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure7:05am
Distance3646 km
Latest bus departure7:35pm

San Diego to Washington Buses

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Frequently asked questions on the trip San Diego - Washington

  1. How long does it take to get to Washington from San Diego by bus?

    The bus ride from San Diego to Washington takes 2d 23h, on average. For the shortest travel time, select the fastest bus available, which will take you to Washington in about 2d 14h.

  2. What is the distance between San Diego and Washington?

    The distance between San Diego and Washington is approximately 3657 km (2268 miles).

  3. How often do buses run from San Diego to Washington each day?

    There's a daily bus trip from San Diego to Washington. It typically leaves at 7:05am and is operated by FlixBus.

  4. When do the first and last bus leave from San Diego to Washington?

    You can catch the bus at 7:05am for the first departure, and it runs until 7:35pm for the final departure. To ensure a smooth trip, consider arriving at the station early for check-in.

  5. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from San Diego to Washington?

    Buses departing from San Ysidro McDonald's in San Diego will take you to Union Station in Washington.

  6. What is the cheapest way to get from San Diego to Washington?

    The least expensive option to go from San Diego to Washington would be going by bus. With a starting ticket price of US$114, this bus becomes your top pick for this journey.

  7. How much is the bus from San Diego to Washington?

    You can expect to pay around US$277 for the bus ride from San Diego to Washington.

  8. Is it possible to travel by overnight bus from San Diego to Washington?

    Yes! If you're heading from San Diego to Washington, you'll find buses departing until 7:35pm and arriving the next day.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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US$211
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US$165
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US$410
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US$296
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The cheapest trip from San Diego to Washington was searched and found on Nov 22, 2024 with a price of US$165

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from San Diego to Washington, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$165 to US$514 for a bus ticket from San Diego to Washington based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$296 which is on 2024-11-26.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from San Diego to Washington, get comfy and count the stars.

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Did you know?

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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