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Tomorrow24 Apr
from US$25
Fri25 Apr
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Sat26 Apr
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Sun27 Apr
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Mon28 Apr
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Tue29 Apr
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Wed30 Apr
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Thu1 May
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 24 April at
    Departure city: Los Angeles
    Departure location: UCLA
    Arrival time: 25 April at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: Santa Fe Depot
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 24 April at
    Departure city: Los Angeles
    Departure location: Downey - Stonewood Centre
    Arrival time: 24 April at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: UCSD Health La Jolla Station
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 24 April at
    Departure city: Los Angeles
    Departure location: Los Angeles Union Station
    Arrival time: 24 April at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 24 April at
    Departure city: Los Angeles
    Departure location: Los Angeles Union Station
    Arrival time: 24 April at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: Greyhound Bus Stop
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 24 April at
    Departure city: Los Angeles
    Departure location: Los Angeles Bus Station
    Arrival time: 24 April at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: Cross Border Xpress CBX (USA)
    Operated by: Los LimousinesLos Limousines
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Los Angeles to San Diego: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$33
Average bus trip duration3h 30m
Number of daily buses80
Earliest bus departure00:05
Distance111 miles
Latest bus departure23:55

Los Angeles to San Diego Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Los Angeles - San Diego

  1. How much does it cost to go to San Diego by bus?

    For coach travel from Los Angeles to San Diego, ticket prices typically start at US$22 and can reach a maximum of US$74. The cost of tickets can fluctuate based on factors like the time of day, the company, and the class you choose. To get accurate and up-to-date pricing information, check out all your options on our search tool.

  2. How long is a coach from Los Angeles to San Diego?

    The average duration for a trip from Los Angeles to San Diego by coach is around 3h 30m. If you're looking for the fastest trip, you can get there in just about 1h 35m. Please be aware that the time it takes for your journey may vary depending on the traffic conditions along the route.

  3. At what time is the first coach from Los Angeles to San Diego?

    The first departure to San Diego is at 00:05. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

  4. What's the distance between Los Angeles and San Diego by coach?

    The distance between Los Angeles and San Diego by coach is approximately 112 miles (180 km).

  5. What is the best way to go from Los Angeles to San Diego without a car?

    You can travel to San Diego from Los Angeles by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

  6. Can you go on a day trip from Los Angeles to San Diego?

    Yes, you can go on a day trip from Los Angeles to San Diego. The round-trip by coach takes roughly 3h 10m. That gives you plenty of time to visit San Diego before making your way back to Los Angeles in the evening.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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21/04
US$25
22/04
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Today
US$25
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25/04
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US$25
27/04
US$25
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Los Angeles to San Diego was searched and found on 22 Apr 2025 with a price of US$25

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

You can expect to pay from US$25 to US$49 for a bus ticket from Los Angeles to San Diego based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$25, which is on 2025-04-24.

Usually LLIO will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Los Angeles to San Diego.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

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

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Los Angeles to San Diego will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Los Angeles to San Diego, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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!

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.

What's the cheapest way to go from Los Angeles to San Diego?

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