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Journey Information
There are 13 intercity buses per day from Mobile to San Diego. Traveling by bus from Mobile to San Diego usually takes around 53 hours and 17 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 47 hours and 45 minutes.
| Distance | 1712 mi (2755 km) |
| Shortest duration | 47h 45m |
| Cheapest price | $291.70 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Mobile to San Diego?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Mobile to San Diego. Greyhound connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 13 | 2d 5h 18m | $432.27 |
Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 13 bus trips from Mobile to San Diego every day, with the average journey taking around 53 hours and 18 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to San Diego usually start from $292.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 53 hours and 17 minutes to cover the 2755 kilometers from Mobile to San Diego. However, the fastest bus only takes 47 hours and 45 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
The first bus leaves at 1:00pm and the last bus leaves at 10:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Mobile to San Diego, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
San Diego
San Diego is known as "America's Finest City" for its sunny weather, white-sand beaches, and dazzling attractions from Belmont Park to SeaWorld. San Diego's 70 miles of pristine beaches include such gems as Mission Beach, Pacific Beach, La Jolla Cove, and Coronado Beach. The city's strong surfing culture may even inspire you to rent a surfboard and catch the epic waves, bro.
Visitors can spend days getting lost in Balboa Park, a 1,200-acre cultural hub which features 16 museums, immaculate gardens, and the world-famous San Diego Zoo. The historic heart of the city, Old Town, showcases San Diego's heritage and ties to Mexican culture, while other sights like the USS Midway pay tribute to the city's military and maritime history. Leave time for some evening exploring, too! San Diego is rated the #1 best city for craft beer in America, so don't miss out on the bars in the Gaslamp Quarter: 16 walkable blocks packed with nightlife and young crowds.
Two airports, as well as many bus and train options, mean it is easy to get to San Diego from afar or from nearby cities like Tijuana, Los Angeles, Phoenix, and Las Vegas.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Mobile?
Main departure station: Bus Terminal - 2545 Government Blvd
Most buses depart from the main station in Mobile.
All bus stations in Mobile:
Bus Terminal - 2545 Government Blvd
Where does the bus arrive in San Diego?
Main arrival station: SDSU - 5716 Hardy Ave
Buses arrive in San Diego at 7 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.
Bus stations in San Diego:
SDSU - 5716 Hardy Ave
La Jolla - UC San Diego
San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop
San Ysidro Transit Center
Balboa Park - Presidents Way
2728 Congress St (Old Town SD)
San Ysidro Bus Terminal
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