How can I travel from Salem to San Diego without flying?

You can take a bus or a train to go from Salem to San Diego. Both are easy and sustainable 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 does it take to get to San Diego from Salem by bus?

On average, the trip from Salem to San Diego takes around 1d 18h, although the fastest bus will take 1d 2h, on average. This is the time it takes to travel the 900 miles (1452 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the travel distance from Salem to San Diego?

The distance separating Salem and San Diego is 900 miles (1452 km).

What is the most cost-effective way to get from Salem to San Diego?

If you want the cheapest way to travel this route, go for the bus. The lowest price for the bus on this route is $106.

How much are the bus tickets from Salem to San Diego?

You can expect to pay around $135 for a bus ticket. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $106 to $263, so it's good to do your research before booking.

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 Botanical Building and Lily Pond, SeaWorld San Diego, Sunset Cliffs Natural Park, Boat Tours in San Diego and Balboa Park.

Is there an overnight bus from Salem to San Diego?

Certainly! You can indeed opt for an overnight bus from Salem to San Diego. Make sure to pack a blanket and a snack to make your trip more comfortable.

Salem (OR), US to San Diego (CA), US Bus Tickets

Compare 2 ways to go from Salem to San Diego.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$106 - $263	Average Duration1d 18h	CO₂ emissions 36kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$149 - $282	Average Duration1d 9h	CO₂ emissions 131kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends taking the train from Salem to San Diego

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 1 day, 9 hours 11 minutes and with fares starting at just $149, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day

1d 9hAverage Duration

$149Cheapest ticket

131kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Salem to San Diego: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$135

Average bus trip duration1d 18h

Number of daily buses3

Earliest bus departure9:10pm

Distance896 miles (1445 km)

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FlixBus

3.5/58,395 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.

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

Salem to San Diego Bus

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Frequently asked questions for your trip Salem - San Diego

How can I travel from Salem to San Diego without flying?
How long does it take to get to San Diego from Salem by bus?
What is the travel distance from Salem to San Diego?
What is the most cost-effective way to get from Salem to San Diego?
How much are the bus tickets from Salem to San Diego?
What are the best sights and things to do in San Diego?
Is there an overnight bus from Salem to San Diego?

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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 Salem and San Diego!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Salem to San Diego, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

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 Salem to San Diego.

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

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

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

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time1d 18h	Avg Price$135	Daily Departures3
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time1d 9h	Avg Price$193	Daily Departures4

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Bus from Salem to San Diego

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Bus Tickets from Salem, OR to San Diego, CA