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Journey Information

There are 122 intercity coaches per day from San Diego to Los Angeles. Traveling by coach from San Diego to Los Angeles usually takes around 4 hours and 17 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus US coach can make the trip in 2 hours and 15 minutes.

Distance111 mi (179 km)
Shortest duration2h 15m
Cheapest price£14.52
Trips per day84
Most frequent serviceFlixBus US
Coach lines5

Coach Trip Reviews from Wanderu Customers

Overall score for coaches from San Diego to Los Angeles

(Based on 10 ratings and reviews)

4.7

5.0

Bernadette

22 February 2024- Solo travel

FlixBus US

Pros: Very affordable. The majority of the ride was very scenic. A very friendly employee chatted with me until the bus came & I had got there extremely early. Cons: It would be very helpful to have some Flixbus signage at the stop. Nobody was sure that they were waiting in the right place. Also, it would be nice for the employee to have shelter & someplace to sit. Tips: Look for the guy in the hi-vis vest who will let you know that you're in the right spot.

5.0

Larisa

23 November 2022- Solo travel

Greyhound

its been my first time to go with you on this trip and its just freaking awesome!

5.0

Paul

7 October 2022- Visiting friends

OurBus

The driver was so great

5.0

Richard

5 March 2020- Business

Greyhound

Pros: Got me there without needing to drive. Cons: It was alittle difficult knowing how to get to the airport after the initial bus. No one seemd to know how to get tot the airport so I took a taxi. Tips: Maybe do a little more research to know how to moev on tot he next part of the journey :-).

5.0

Deanna

26 September 2019- Visiting family

Greyhound

Pros: it was early in the morning and quick. Cons: it’s too cold. Tips: bring a blanket or sweater.

San Diego to Los Angeles Route Map

San Diego Los Angeles

How much is a coach ticket from San Diego to Los Angeles?

A trip from San Diego to Los Angeles via bus will cost £24.37 on average. Choosing to travel by is a budget-friendly way to travel this route. Booking earlier using Wanderu can help you find bus tickets of equal or cheaper prices.

Average prices by travel date

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Over the next four weeks, the average ticket price of a bus from San Diego to Los Angeles is expected to range from £21 to £35. If you are looking to travel to Los Angeles within the next week, you can find bus tickets starting from £24. The cheapest bus tickets in the next month are £21 and can be found on 27 March 2024.

Monthly average prices

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In the coming four weeks, bus tickets will cost around £21 to £35 to travel from San Diego to Los Angeles. If your trip is within the next week, you can expect to find the cheapest bus tickets starting from about £24.37. As your travel date approaches, the bus prices will increase. It’s best to book your tickets in advance to avoid paying higher prices.

Prices as travel date approaches

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Most coach companies charge higher ticket prices the closer you book to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your coach tickets as early as possible. The best way to find cheap coach tickets is to book at least 29 days in advance. By doing so, you can expect to save £14.30 on your coach ticket compared to booking at the last minute.

What coach companies travel from San Diego to Los Angeles?

There are 5 bus lines from San Diego to Los Angeles available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 65 daily trips, FlixBus US usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:

CoachDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Autobuses Monarca24h 53m£45.03
FlixBus US653h 48m£31.34
Greyhound224h 44m£29.05
Los Limousines326h 3m£30.15
Tufesa Internacional23h 1m£30.00
  • Book Autobuses Monarca from San Diego to Los Angeles from £44. There are 2 Autobuses Monarca schedules from San Diego to Los Angeles and you can expect on average to pay for a Autobuses Monarca ticket to Los Angeles. In San Diego, Autobuses Monarca departs to Los Angeles from San Ysidro CA and no other station. In Los Angeles, Autobuses Monarca arrives at 1234 Laurel Canyon Blvd and 1 other station.

    An average trip on Autobuses Monarca from San Diego to Los Angeles takes 4 hours and 53 minutes , while the fastest available Autobuses Monarca trip will get you to Los Angeles in 2 hours and 15 minutes .

    On weekends, Autobuses Monarca offers 2 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Los Angeles.

  • 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 65 trips per day from San Diego to Los Angeles, and the average ticket for this route costs only .

  • Greyhound is the largest nationwide coach 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 22 bus trips from San Diego to Los Angeles every day, with the average journey taking around 4 hours and 44 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Los Angeles usually start from £15.

  • Book Los Limousines from San Diego to Los Angeles from £29. There are 32 Los Limousines schedules from San Diego to Los Angeles and you can expect on average to pay for a Los Limousines ticket to Los Angeles. In San Diego, Los Limousines departs to Los Angeles from San Ysidro Bus Terminal and 1 other station. In Los Angeles, Los Limousines arrives at E Olympic Blvd & S Augusta Ave Bus Stop and 2 other stations.

    An average trip on Los Limousines from San Diego to Los Angeles takes 6 hours and 3 minutes , while the fastest available Los Limousines trip will get you to Los Angeles in 2 hours and 15 minutes .

    On weekends, Los Limousines offers 32 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Los Angeles.

  • Tufesa Internacional is the international brand of one of the largest ground transportation providers in Mexico, Tufesa. The carrier offers daily bus trips to and from several cities in the Southwestern United States, including cross-border trips between the U.S. and Mexico. On average, Tufesa Internacional runs 2 from San Diego to Los Angeles, with prices starting from £30. The carrier’s fleet features modern coaches equipped with state-of-the-art technology and amenities, such as onboard restrooms, reclining seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and a digital entertainment system.

Frequently Asked Questions

The coach takes an average of 4 hours and 17 minutes to cover the 111 miles from San Diego to Los Angeles. However, the fastest coach only takes 2 hours and 15 minutes. In other words, you'll have plenty of time to rest and relax on the road. Keep in mind that your actual coach 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 Los Angeles at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for coaches. 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, Thursday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go.

The first coach leaves at 01:00 and the last coach leaves at 21:00. To see the times for all coaches from San Diego to Los Angeles, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 122 scheduled coaches that travel from San Diego to Los Angeles every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 84 direct coaches, where you can stay on the same coach without having to transfer to a connecting coach at any point during your trip.

Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from San Diego to Los Angeles; ticket prices start at £17.28.

City Information

San Diego

As the birthplace of California, San Diego’s heritage is immensely rooted in the tales of Spanish settlers from the 1760s. Go on a journey into Old Town San Diego, a living museum with historical buildings and sites. Afterward, wander through Point Loma for its unparalleled sights and learn more about captivating narratives at the Cabrillo National Monument.

If you love parks, San Diego is your playground, with more than 400 parks. Sprawling across 1,200 acres and home to the world-renowned San Diego Zoo, where you can delve into the nocturnal realm, spend the night amidst comfortable tent cabins, immerse in the animals’ after-dark activity, and bond over s’mores by the campfire. A visit to Balboa Park is a must-have on any itinerary.

Aside from greenery, San Diego is colored blue from long miles of coastal beaches, each offering distinct charms. Pacific Beach is a fan-favorite blending visiting options for families and youthful individuals. Mission Beach is excellent for boardwalk strolls, child-friendly activities, and visits to casual bars. If things get too slow, you’ll have the option to visit the exhilarating Belmont Amusement Park.

If all the adventure leaves you thirsty, you’ll be in luck. San Diego is a haven for craft beer enthusiasts and has earned the title of the #1 city for craft beer in America. Visit the vibrant Gaslamp Quarter, 16 blocks to experience its lively nightlife and bustling with youthful crowds.

San Diego extends a warm welcome to visitors, whether from afar or neighboring locales, with the San Diego International Airport, the Santa Fe Depot, and an array of bus and train services linking it to nearby cities like Tijuana, Los Angeles, Phoenix, and Las Vegas.

Los Angeles

Los Angeles is the undisputed world capital of the entertainment business. Because of that, the City of Angels is where you will find some of the most iconic landmarks of the film and music industries, including the world-famous Walk of Fame and Dolby Theatre (home of the Academy Awards) on Hollywood Boulevard, the easily recognizable Capitol Records building at Hollywood & Vine, and the LA Live complex in Downtown Los Angeles.

The best part of LA is that it has something to offer for people of all interests: outdoor enthusiasts can hike up to the Hollywood sign, fashion aficionados can go shopping in Beverly Hills, art lovers can check out the prominent Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) in the Miracle Mile district, and those looking for a fun night out can go bar-hopping in West Hollywood. Are you a Pokémon GO addict? Well then this is the place for you because LA is the best city to catch the rarest Pokémon in the U.S.. And if you want to want to experience the famed golden coast of Southern California for yourself, head west to Santa Monica and Venice for a refreshing dip in the Pacific Ocean.

With one of the biggest airports on the West Coast and several bus and train stops across the county, Los Angeles makes it easy to travel elsewhere in California, visit the neighboring Nevada, Arizona and Mexico, or take a flight to pretty much any other part of the world.

Station Information

Where does the coach leave from in San Diego?

Main departure station: 2728 Congress St (Old Town SD)

Coaches to Los Angeles leave from 10 stations in San Diego.

All coach stations in San Diego:

  • 2728 Congress St (Old Town SD)

  • San Ysidro Transit Center

  • San Ysidro Bus Terminal

  • La Jolla - UC San Diego

  • San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop

  • Cross Border Xpress CBX

  • 789 W Harbor Dr - Seaport Village

  • San Ysidro CA

  • SDSU - 5716 Hardy Ave

  • Balboa Park - Presidents Way

Where does the coach arrive in Los Angeles?

Main arrival station: North Hollywood Bus Station

Coaches arrive in Los Angeles at 14 stations, depending on which coach line you are traveling with.

Coach stations in Los Angeles:

  • North Hollywood Bus Station

  • Downtown - Vignes Lot

  • 800 N Alameda St

  • E Olympic Blvd & S Augusta Ave Bus Stop

  • San Fernando Bus Station

  • Los Angeles Bus Station

  • 592 Gayley Ave

  • 10413 Laurel Canyon Blvd Pacoima

  • West LA - Expo/Sepulveda

  • 611 Maple Ave

  • USC - 3492 S Hope St

  • 1234 Laurel Canyon Blvd

  • 1716 7th Street

  • Los Angeles Un Station Arrival

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