How do I get from Anaheim to San Diego without a car?

You can take a bus or a train to go from Anaheim to San Diego. Both are convenient and eco-friendly ways to travel to San Diego. Another option you should consider is using carpooling services, which allow you to share a car ride with other travelers.

How long is the bus trip from Anaheim to San Diego?

The average travel time from Anaheim to San Diego is about 2h 20m, although the fastest bus will take 1h 35m, on average. This is the time it takes to travel the 89 miles (144 km) that separate the two cities.

How far is Anaheim from San Diego?

The distance separating Anaheim and San Diego is 89 miles (144 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Anaheim to San Diego?

Most of the buses traveling from Anaheim to San Diego leave from Marriott Anaheim Theme Park and arrive at Mission Valley Sheraton. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

What is the cheapest way to travel from Anaheim to San Diego?

The cheapest way to travel this route is by bus. The lowest price for the bus on this route is $21.

How much does a bus ticket from Anaheim to San Diego cost?

You can expect to pay around $40 for a bus ticket. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $21 to $54, so it's good to do your research before booking.

Can you do a day trip from Anaheim to San Diego?

Yes, a day trip from Anaheim to San Diego is definitely doable. The total travel time for the round-trip is about 3h 10m. This allows for plenty of time to explore the sights in San Diego before returning to Anaheim in the evening.

What are the best sights and things to do in San Diego?

Once in San Diego, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are SeaWorld San Diego, La Jolla Cove, Balboa Park, USS Midway Museum and Torrey Pines Gliderport.

Anaheim to San Diego (CA), US Bus Tickets

TomorrowApr 24

from $16

FriApr 25

from $17

SatApr 26

from $17

SunApr 27

from $18

MonApr 28

from $16

TueApr 29

WedApr 30

ThuMay 1

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: April 24 at 9:40pm
Departure city: Anaheim
Departure location: Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center
Arrival time: April 24 at 11:50pm
Destination city: San Diego
Destination location: Greyhound Bus Stop
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2h 10m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: April 24 at 7:10am
Departure city: Anaheim
Departure location: Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center
Arrival time: April 24 at 8:45am
Destination city: San Diego
Destination location: UCSD Health La Jolla Station
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1h 35m
Departure time: April 24 at 7:10am
Departure city: Anaheim
Departure location: Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center
Arrival time: April 24 at 9:15am
Destination city: San Diego
Destination location: San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2h 5m
Departure time: April 24 at 9:10am
Departure city: Anaheim
Departure location: Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center
Arrival time: April 24 at 11:15am
Destination city: San Diego
Destination location: Greyhound Bus Stop
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2h 5m
Departure time: April 24 at 5:40am
Departure city: Anaheim
Departure location: Anaheim S Anaheim Blvd
Arrival time: April 24 at 8:30am
Destination city: San Diego
Destination location: Cross Border Xpress CBX (USA)
Operated by: Los Limousines
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2h 50m

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Bus Anaheim to San Diego: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$40

Average bus trip duration2h 20m

Number of daily buses22

Earliest bus departure12:00am

Distance83 miles (133 km)

Latest bus departure11:35pm

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Los Limousines

3.5/5188 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi2.8

FlixBus

3.5/58,379 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.6

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

FlixBus Anaheim San Diego recent customer reviews

Good price

Hananeel R.

April 5, 2023

Greyhound

3.5/586,942 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.3

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Greyhound Anaheim San Diego recent customer reviews

Bus to San Diego late for 2 hours Same day I am late for my books And the greyhound makes me paying 40 $ to ride the next bus which is delayed 2 hours

Sameh I.

October 13, 2018

My plane didn't make it in time but there is no way for me to cancel the tickets

Thuan D.

June 11, 2017

Good service for what I paid

Elaine C.

August 31, 2019

Amtrak

4/55,072 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5072 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $33.00

Amtrak Anaheim San Diego recent customer reviews

Is my first time and we decided to celebrate my friends birthday in San Diego by taking the train out there. We arrived around 10:20am on August 16th Wednesday, and our train was delayed for more than 30 minutes, when we called Amtrak they said that the train had problems and it was leaving Los Ángeles late; that train got canceled and they accommodate us in the next train for 11:49am, well, train 572 a minute before arriving to Anaheim station got stopped due to a trespasser incident (the train was delayed and not even once we got a customer assistance, no employees were working at the ticket booth and over the phone the employees didn’t have and current answer for our questions. Many people where frustrated as the train keep delaying and no one from Amtrak knew what was going on. We decided to cancel our reservations round trip. We never made it to San Diego, we end up driving in my car to Laguna Beach. Overall very bad customer experience, stations are outdated and the intercom system as well.

Lizbeh G.

August 17, 2023

Very bad experience. Would never recommend your service to anyone. Traveling with kids, and to wait for bus for 2 hrs and at the end lost my money, and paid over $120 for uber to get us back to Anaheim...how satisfied person can be with your service...

Julijana L.

April 2, 2023

It was all good

Sharyn M.

June 20, 2024

US bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Los Limousines, Tornado Bus, Valley Transit, New York Trailways, Wanda Coach

Anaheim to San Diego Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Anaheim and San Diego?

Stops in Anaheim

A - Marriott Anaheim Theme Park

B - Intermodal Center

Stops in San Diego

A - Mission Valley Sheraton

B - Old Town Courtyard Marriot

C - Downtown Holiday Inn

D - Greyhound Station

E - Market St. & Park Blvd

F - San Ysidro McDonald's

Frequently asked questions for your trip Anaheim - San Diego

How do I get from Anaheim to San Diego without a car?
How long is the bus trip from Anaheim to San Diego?
How far is Anaheim from San Diego?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Anaheim to San Diego?
What is the cheapest way to travel from Anaheim to San Diego?
How much does a bus ticket from Anaheim to San Diego cost?
Can you do a day trip from Anaheim to San Diego?
What are the best sights and things to do in San Diego?

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Best price found

04/21

$17

04/22

$17

Today

$17

04/24

$16

04/25

$17

04/26

$17

04/27

$18

04/28

$16

The cheapest trip from Anaheim to San Diego was searched and found on Apr 28, 2025 with a price of $16

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

You can expect to pay from $16 to $38 for a bus ticket from Anaheim to San Diego based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $16 which is on 2025-04-28.

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

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Anaheim and San Diego!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Anaheim to San Diego.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Anaheim to San Diego.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Anaheim to San Diego.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

Will you be returning to Anaheim by bus?

Bus from Anaheim to San Diego

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Bus Tickets from Anaheim, CA to San Diego, CA

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Where are the popular stops in Anaheim and San Diego?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Anaheim - San Diego

How do I get from Anaheim to San Diego without a car?

How long is the bus trip from Anaheim to San Diego?

How far is Anaheim from San Diego?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Anaheim to San Diego?

What is the cheapest way to travel from Anaheim to San Diego?

How much does a bus ticket from Anaheim to San Diego cost?

Can you do a day trip from Anaheim to San Diego?

What are the best sights and things to do in San Diego?

Find cheapest prices for buses

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Did you know?

Will you be returning to Anaheim by bus?

You can also go to San Diego by train

Top traveled bus routes

Why choose Busbud?

The Best Way To Book Bus and Train Tickets

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