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Journey Information
There are 27 intercity buses per day from San Diego to San Bernardino. Traveling by bus from San Diego to San Bernardino usually takes around 5 hours and 26 minutes, but the fastest Las Vegas Shuttles bus can make the trip in just one hour and 44 minutes.
| Distance | 97 mi (155 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 44m |
| Cheapest price | $25.51 |
| Trips per day | 7 |
| Most frequent service | Los Limousines |
| Bus lines | 4 |
How much is a bus ticket from San Diego to San Bernardino?
$37.37 is the average price of a bus ticket from San Diego to San Bernardino. 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
Bus tickets from San Diego to San Bernardino are expected to cost between $36 and $62 over the next four weeks. If you're planning a trip to San Bernardino within the next week, you can find the cheapest bus tickets starting from $50. Don't wait too long to book your ticket, as prices tend to rise as the travel date approaches.
Monthly average prices
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 26 days in advance. By doing so, you can expect to save C$40.83 on your bus ticket compared to booking at the last minute.
What bus companies travel from San Diego to San Bernardino?
There are 4 bus lines from San Diego to San Bernardino available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 18 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 | 7 | 3h 59m | $49.32 |
| Greyhound | 3 | 5h 8m | $61.66 |
| Las Vegas Shuttles | 5 | 1h 50m | $71.78 |
| Los Limousines | 18 | 8h 21m | $64.47 |
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 7 trips per day from San Diego to San Bernardino, 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 3 bus trips from San Diego to San Bernardino every day, with the average journey taking around 5 hours and 8 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to San Bernardino usually start from $26.
Book Las Vegas Shuttles from San Diego to San Bernardino from $72. There are 5 Las Vegas Shuttles schedules from San Diego to San Bernardino and you can expect on average to pay for a Las Vegas Shuttles ticket to San Bernardino. In San Diego, Las Vegas Shuttles departs to San Bernardino from San Ysidro Bus Terminal and 1 other station. In San Bernardino, Las Vegas Shuttles arrives at San Bernardino West 2nd St and no other station.
An average trip on Las Vegas Shuttles from San Diego to San Bernardino takes 1 hours and 50 minutes , while the fastest available Las Vegas Shuttles trip will get you to San Bernardino in 1 hours and 44 minutes .
On weekends, Las Vegas Shuttles offers 5 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway trip to San Bernardino.
Book Los Limousines from San Diego to San Bernardino from $62. There are 18 Los Limousines schedules from San Diego to San Bernardino and you can expect on average to pay for a Los Limousines ticket to San Bernardino. In San Diego, Los Limousines departs to San Bernardino from San Ysidro Bus Terminal and 1 other station. In San Bernardino, Los Limousines arrives at San Bernardino Bus Station and no other station.
An average trip on Los Limousines from San Diego to San Bernardino takes 8 hours and 21 minutes , while the fastest available Los Limousines trip will get you to San Bernardino in 1 hours and 44 minutes .
On weekends, Los Limousines offers 18 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway trip to San Bernardino.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 5 hours and 26 minutes to cover the 155 kilometers from San Diego to San Bernardino. However, the fastest bus only takes an hour and 44 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.
Because many passengers travel from San Diego to San Bernardino 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 San Bernardino, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
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 San Bernardino, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 27 scheduled buses that travel from San Diego to San Bernardino every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 7 direct buses, where you can stay on the same bus without having to transfer to a connecting bus at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from San Diego to San Bernardino; ticket prices start at $60.73.
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 San Bernardino leave from 7 stations in San Diego.
All bus stations in San Diego:
San Ysidro Bus Terminal
Cross Border Xpress CBX
San Ysidro Transit Center
4055 University Ave
2728 Congress St (Old Town SD)
San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop
La Jolla - UC San Diego
Where does the bus arrive in San Bernardino?
Main arrival station: San Bernardino Bus Station
Buses arrive in San Bernardino at 4 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.
Bus stations in San Bernardino:
San Bernardino Bus Station
San Bernardino Bus Station
559 W Rialto Ave (b/w F St and E St)
San Bernardino West 2nd St
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