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Journey Information
There are 5 intercity buses per day from San Diego to Escondido. Traveling by bus from San Diego to Escondido usually takes around 27 minutes, but the fastest Las Vegas Shuttles bus can make the trip in 22 minutes.
| Distance | 28 mi (45 km) |
| Shortest duration | 0h 22m |
| Cheapest price | $52.45 |
| Trips per day | 5 |
| Most frequent service | Las Vegas Shuttles |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from San Diego to Escondido?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from San Diego to Escondido. Las Vegas Shuttles 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Las Vegas Shuttles | 5 | 0h 27m | $56.57 |
Book Las Vegas Shuttles from San Diego to Escondido from $52. There are 5 Las Vegas Shuttles schedules from San Diego to Escondido and you can expect on average to pay for a Las Vegas Shuttles ticket to Escondido. In San Diego, Las Vegas Shuttles departs to Escondido from 4055 University Ave and 1 other station. In Escondido, Las Vegas Shuttles arrives at Escondido Vly Pkwy and no other station.
An average trip on Las Vegas Shuttles from San Diego to Escondido takes 0 hours and 27 minutes , while the fastest available Las Vegas Shuttles trip will get you to Escondido in 0 hours and 22 minutes .
On weekends, Las Vegas Shuttles offers 5 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway trip to Escondido.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 27 minutes to cover the 45 kilometers from San Diego to Escondido. However, the fastest bus only takes 22 minutes. It's a short trip that goes by very quickly. 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.
"Because many passengers travel from San Diego to Escondido at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for buses. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded buses to Escondido, book your ticket for the last day of the week."
The first bus leaves at 11:00am and the last bus leaves at 6:00pm. To see the times for all buses from San Diego to Escondido, 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 San Diego?
Main departure station: 4055 University Ave
San Diego has two bus stations with service to Escondido.
All bus stations in San Diego:
4055 University Ave
San Ysidro Bus Terminal
Where does the bus arrive in Escondido?
Main arrival station: Escondido Vly Pkwy
All buses from San Diego arrive at one main station in Escondido.
Bus stations in Escondido:
Escondido Vly Pkwy
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