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Journey Information
There are 17 intercity buses per day from San Diego to Indio. Traveling by bus from San Diego to Indio usually takes around 8 hours and 14 minutes, but the fastest Los Limousines bus can make the trip in 5 hours and 20 minutes.
| Distance | 88 mi (142 km) |
| Shortest duration | 5h 20m |
| Cheapest price | $35.66 |
| Most frequent service | Los Limousines |
| Bus lines | 3 |
How much is a bus ticket from San Diego to Indio?
$50.57 is the average price of a bus ticket from San Diego to Indio. Taking a bus is an affordable way to make this trip. It’s easy to find a bus ticket at this price or lower when you use Wanderu to book your trip online in advance of your travel date.
Average prices by travel date
Over the next four weeks, the average ticket price of a bus from San Diego to Indio is expected to range from $44 to $78. If you are looking to travel to Indio within the next week, you can find bus tickets starting from $51. The cheapest bus tickets in the next month are $44 and can be found on May 21, 2024.
Monthly average prices
The lowest bus ticket prices on this route can usually be found in May. That’s when the average price of a bus ticket is expected to be just $55 – the lowest of the year.
Alternatively, if you plan to travel from San Diego to Indio in November, expect to spend more on your bus trip, as the average ticket price may surge to $75 at that time of year. However, if you book your trip ahead of time, you can still score a ticket at a lower price.
Prices as travel date approaches
Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices the closer you book to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. The best way to find cheap bus tickets is to book at least 25 days in advance. By doing so, you can expect to save C$50.72 on your bus ticket compared to booking at the last minute.
What bus companies travel from San Diego to Indio?
There are 3 bus lines from San Diego to Indio available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 15 daily trips, Los Limousines usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 5 | 7h 3m | $101.54 |
| Greyhound | 5 | 6h 52m | $64.34 |
| Los Limousines | 15 | 9h 59m | $80.86 |
FlixBus US is the American branch of German bus company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern bus travel. The company offers cheap bus tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US buses include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 5 trips per day from San Diego to Indio, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
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 5 bus trips from San Diego to Indio every day, with the average journey taking around 6 hours and 52 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Indio usually start from $36.
Book Los Limousines from San Diego to Indio from $77. There are 15 Los Limousines schedules from San Diego to Indio and you can expect on average to pay for a Los Limousines ticket to Indio. In San Diego, Los Limousines departs to Indio from San Ysidro Bus Terminal and 1 other station. In Indio, Los Limousines arrives at 43501 Monroe St and no other station.
An average trip on Los Limousines from San Diego to Indio takes 9 hours and 59 minutes , while the fastest available Los Limousines trip will get you to Indio in 5 hours and 20 minutes .
On weekends, Los Limousines offers 15 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway trip to Indio.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 8 hours and 14 minutes to cover the 142 kilometers from San Diego to Indio. However, the fastest bus only takes 5 hours and 20 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.
Saturday is usually the day when buses are busiest, as many travelers take the bus to enjoy the weekend in Indio. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the bus, traveling mid-week is your best bet.
The first bus leaves at 5:00am and the last bus leaves at 7:00pm. To see the times for all buses from San Diego to Indio, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 17 scheduled buses that travel from San Diego to Indio every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which bus you take, you will have to transfer buses at least once during your journey.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from San Diego to Indio; ticket prices start at $52.16.
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: San Ysidro Bus Terminal
Buses to Indio leave from 6 stations in San Diego.
All bus stations in San Diego:
San Ysidro Bus Terminal
Cross Border Xpress CBX
San Ysidro Transit Center
San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop
2728 Congress St (Old Town SD)
La Jolla - UC San Diego
Where does the bus arrive in Indio?
Main arrival station: 43501 Monroe St
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Indio.
Bus stations in Indio:
43501 Monroe St
83-100 Indio Blvd
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