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Cheap coach tickets from San Diego to Salt Lake City
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Coach from San Diego to Salt Lake City: Journey Information
There are 5 intercity coaches per day from San Diego to Salt Lake City. Travelling by coach from San Diego to Salt Lake City usually takes around 1 day, 8 hours and 17 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus US coach can make the trip in 1 day, 7 hours and 10 minutes.
- Distance
- 627 mi (1010 km)
- Shortest duration
- 31h 10m
- Cheapest price
- £86.90
- Trips per day
- 5
- Most frequent service
- FlixBus US
- Coach lines
- 2
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San Diego to Salt Lake City Coach Timetable
There are several coach options that can take you from San Diego to Salt Lake City:
See more detailsHow much is a coach ticket from San Diego to Salt Lake City?
Coach tickets for a trip from San Diego to Salt Lake City cost about £87 when you book at the cheapest time, 29 days ahead. Coach tickets on this route can be a bit expensive due to the length of the trip. But even with a higher price tag, taking the coach is often more affordable than flying to Salt Lake City. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find coach tickets at or below this price.
Average coach ticket prices from San Diego to Salt Lake City by travel date
If you're planning to travel by coach from San Diego to Salt Lake City in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from £91 to £169. The cheapest coach tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on 17 November 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Salt Lake City this week, coach tickets are available starting at £126.
Prices as travel date approaches
Most coach companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your coach tickets as early as possible. To find the cheapest coach tickets, book your trip at least 29 days in advance. This way, you can save up to £137.61 on your coach ticket compared to booking last-minute.
What coach companies travel from San Diego to Salt Lake City?
There are two coach lines that have daily service from San Diego to Salt Lake City that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, FlixBus US usually offers more choice, with 4 scheduled trips per day.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 4 | 31h 45m | £152.97 |
| Greyhound | 1 | 34h 22m | £154.26 |
FlixBus US is the American branch of German coach company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern coach travel. The company offers cheap coach tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US coaches include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power sockets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 4 trips per day from San Diego to Salt Lake City, and the average ticket for this route costs only £152.97.
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 1 coach trip from San Diego to Salt Lake City every day, with the average journey taking around 1 day, 10 hours and 22 minutes to complete. Coach tickets for Greyhound trips to Salt Lake City usually start from £87.27.
Frequently asked questions about travelling by coach from San Diego to Salt Lake City
There are 5 scheduled coaches that travel from San Diego to Salt Lake City every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which coach you take, you will have to transfer coaches at least once during your journey. Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from San Diego to Salt Lake City; ticket prices start at £125.
Trips per day
5
Direct trips
0
The coach takes an average of 1 day, 8 hours and 17 minutes to cover the 627 miles from San Diego to Salt Lake City. However, the fastest coach only takes 1 day, 7 hours and 10 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. 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.
Distance (mi)
627
Distance (km)
1010
The first coach leaves at 19:45 and the last coach leaves at 22:55. To see the times for all coaches from San Diego to Salt Lake City, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
Earliest coach
7:45pm
Latest coach
10:55pm
Thursday is usually the day of the week when coaches are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, 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 coach travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded coaches to Salt Lake City, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
Most crowded
Thursday
Least crowded
Sunday
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 coach 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.
Salt Lake City
A city shrouded in a mystical veil to most visitors, Salt Lake City stands among one of the most culturally unique destinations in the U.S. Salt Lake City offers tourists a unique chance to learn more about the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, and Temple Square is the best place to do so. Housing the Salt Lake Temple along with other significant historic buildings, the square will take you back to the earliest days of the city, immersing you in a unique cultural experience. While here, don’t miss out on the chance to visit the Great Salt Lake itself and to dive into its cool and refreshing water.
Salt Lake City features a diverse food scene, with Mexican food receiving a lot of attention. Those who wish to enjoy the best Mexican dishes in town could try Red Iguana. For travellers who are simply looking for the best burgers, Crown Burgers’ char-broiled patties will certainly be a great choice.
The Salt Lake City Intermodal Hub is the central transport hub in the city. It is currently served by several rail services such as Amtrak, TRAX, and FrontRunner. Travellers can also catch Greyhound coaches at the station. The Salt Lake City International Airport is the main airport for the city. Located about 4 miles west of Downtown, the airport is a major gateway to the Mountain West and the West Coast region.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in San Diego?
Main departure station: 2728 Congress St (Old Town SD)
Coaches to Salt Lake City leave from 5 stations in San Diego.
All coach stations in San Diego:
- 2728 Congress St (Old Town SD)
- San Ysidro Transit Center
- 789 W Harbor Dr - Seaport Village
- La Jolla - UC San Diego
Where does the coach arrive in Salt Lake City?
Main arrival station: 300 S 600 W
These are the two stations where coaches may stop when they arrive in Salt Lake City.
Coach stations in Salt Lake City:
- 300 S 600 W
- 300 South 600 West
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