How do I get from Los Angeles to San Ysidro without a car?

Taking the bus is the best way to travel to San Ysidro without a car. Traveling by bus offers a budget-friendly, secure, and easy way to go between the two cities. You also have the option of using carpooling services.

How long is the bus ride from Los Angeles to San Ysidro?

The travel time from Los Angeles to San Ysidro is about 4h 25m, but the quickest bus can get you there in about 2h 45m. This is the time it takes to travel the 125 miles (201 km) that separate the two cities.

How far is Los Angeles from San Ysidro?

Los Angeles and San Ysidro are 125 miles (201 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Los Angeles to San Ysidro?

Most of the buses traveling from Los Angeles to San Ysidro leave from UCLA and arrive at San Ysidro Greyhound Bus Station. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

What is the cheapest way to travel from Los Angeles to San Ysidro?

You can save a lot of money on your trip from Los Angeles to San Ysidro by choosing to travel by bus. $28 is the starting point for the cost-effective bus ride to San Ysidro from Los Angeles.

How much does a bus ticket from Los Angeles to San Ysidro cost?

The bus ticket costs $41 on average. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $28 and $63, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

Can you do a day trip from Los Angeles to San Ysidro?

Yes, a day trip from Los Angeles to San Ysidro is definitely doable. The total time it takes to make a round-trip between Los Angeles and San Ysidro is about 5h 30m. So you'll have enough time to visit San Ysidro before returning to Los Angeles in the evening.

Los Angeles, US to San Ysidro (CA) Bus Tickets

SatApr 26

from $22

SunApr 27

from $27

MonApr 28

from $21

TueApr 29

from $21

WedApr 30

from $21

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FriMay 2

from $22

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: April 27 at 1:05pm
Departure city: Los Angeles
Departure location: Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)
Arrival time: April 27 at 5:20pm
Destination city: San Ysidro
Destination location: San Ysidro Greyhound Bus Station
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 4h 15m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: April 27 at 4:00am
Departure city: Los Angeles
Departure location: 613 Maple Ave
Arrival time: April 27 at 6:45am
Destination city: San Ysidro
Destination location: Mc. Donald´s (San Ysidro Border Crossing)
Operated by: Tufesa
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2h 45m
Departure time: April 27 at 4:00am
Departure city: Los Angeles
Departure location: 613 Maple Ave
Arrival time: April 27 at 6:45am
Destination city: San Ysidro
Destination location: Mc. Donald´s (San Ysidro Border Crossing)
Operated by: Tufesa
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2h 45m
Departure time: April 27 at 2:15pm
Departure city: Los Angeles
Departure location: UCLA
Arrival time: April 27 at 7:25pm
Destination city: San Ysidro
Destination location: San Ysidro Greyhound Bus Station
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 5h 10m
Departure time: April 27 at 12:05am
Departure city: Los Angeles
Departure location: Los Angeles Bus Station
Arrival time: April 27 at 3:30am
Destination city: San Ysidro
Destination location: San Ysidro Greyhound Bus Station
Operated by: Los Limousines
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3h 25m

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Bus Los Angeles to San Ysidro: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$41

Average bus trip duration4h 25m

Number of daily buses26

Earliest bus departure12:05am

Distance122 miles (196 km)

Latest bus departure10:55pm

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Los Limousines

3.5/5188 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi2.8

Tufesa

3.5/5658 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness4

Wifi3

Since 1994, Tufesa has been offering comfortable, safe, and affordable bus travel in the United States (California, Nevada, Utah, Arizona and Texas) and Mexico (Baja California Sur, Sonora, Sinaloa and Guadalajara). Tufesa buses are equipped with comfortable reclining seats, power outlets, bathrooms, and WiFi (only in Mexico). Tickets are non-refundable, but you can exchange them up to 1 hour before travel time for a small fee. The company accepts e-tickets, so you don't have to worry about printing your boarding pass. With over 4 daily trips, you'll surely find a convenient trip that fits your needs and your schedule.

FlixBus

3.5/58,391 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 Los Angeles San Ysidro recent customer reviews

Reporting this issue, while I was in union station NO bus showing up at that time of April 5 at 4:48pm and discussed with Flixbus ticket counter, the bus was cancelled and only available bus will very late that night departure at 8:45pm until 1:30 am next day arrival San Yaris! So I book Amtrak train to San deigo and taxi !

Jeff W.

April 6, 2024

It was fast and safe.

Lucy B.

August 21, 2024

Greyhound

3.5/586,944 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 Los Angeles San Ysidro recent customer reviews

The driver did not know his route. He was ignorant. When I asked for his name so I could file a complaint, he refused to give it to me.

Richard C.

February 6, 2019

Economical choice to travel within the US. The bus station in Los Angeles is in a bad neighborhood.

Robert C.

November 20, 2018

It left the station almost two hours late and I lost my next bus that was from San Ysidro to Ensenada! The staff was super disrespectful and rude

Dahiana C.

October 19, 2018

Monarca

1/510 reviews

Staff1.7

Timeliness1.5

Cleanliness0

Wifi0

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

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Where are the popular stops in Los Angeles and San Ysidro?

Stops in Los Angeles

A - UCLA

B - 613 Maple Ave

C - Ramirez Street bus stop

D - East LA I-5 & I-710

E - Los Angeles International Airport

F - LAX Airport Holiday Inn

Stops in San Ysidro

A - San Ysidro Greyhound Bus Station

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How do I get from Los Angeles to San Ysidro without a car?
How long is the bus ride from Los Angeles to San Ysidro?
How far is Los Angeles from San Ysidro?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Los Angeles to San Ysidro?
What is the cheapest way to travel from Los Angeles to San Ysidro?
How much does a bus ticket from Los Angeles to San Ysidro cost?
Can you do a day trip from Los Angeles to San Ysidro?

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04/22

$26

04/23

$23

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$27

04/25

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$22

04/27

$27

04/28

$21

04/29

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The cheapest trip from Los Angeles to San Ysidro was searched and found on Apr 28, 2025 with a price of $21

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 Ysidro, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $21 to $57 for a bus ticket from Los Angeles to San Ysidro based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $21 which is on 2025-04-28.

Usually Tufesa 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.

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Frequently asked questions for your trip Los Angeles - San Ysidro

How do I get from Los Angeles to San Ysidro without a car?

How long is the bus ride from Los Angeles to San Ysidro?

How far is Los Angeles from San Ysidro?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Los Angeles to San Ysidro?

What is the cheapest way to travel from Los Angeles to San Ysidro?

How much does a bus ticket from Los Angeles to San Ysidro cost?

Can you do a day trip from Los Angeles to San Ysidro?

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