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Journey Information
There are 3 intercity buses per day from Yuma to San Diego. Traveling by bus from Yuma to San Diego usually takes around 3 hours and 35 minutes, but the fastest Desert Bus Lines bus can make the trip in 3 hours and 10 minutes.
| Distance | 147 mi (237 km) |
| Shortest duration | 3h 10m |
| Cheapest price | €61.25 |
| Trips per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | Desert Bus Lines |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Yuma to San Diego?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Yuma to San Diego. Desert Bus Lines 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Desert Bus Lines | 3 | 3h 35m | €64.08 |
Book Desert Bus Lines from Yuma to San Diego from €61. There are 3 trips per day offered by Desert Bus Lines from Yuma to San Diego and you can expect on average to pay for a Desert Bus Lines ticket to San Diego. In Yuma, Desert Bus Lines departs to San Diego from Carls Jr . In San Diego, Desert Bus Lines arrives at San Diego International Airport and one other station.
An average trip on Desert Bus Lines from Yuma to San Diego takes 3 hours and 35 minutes , while the fastest available Desert Bus Lines trip will get you to San Diego in 3 hours and 10 minutes .
On weekends, Desert Bus Lines offers 2 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to San Diego.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 3 hours and 35 minutes to cover the 237 kilometers from Yuma to San Diego. However, the fastest bus only takes 3 hours and 10 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. 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.
"With many people traveling in the middle of the week, Wednesday is the busiest day of the week for bus travel. If you are planning to travel on a Wednesday, 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 Diego, book your ticket for the last day of the week."
The first bus leaves at 08:00 and the last bus leaves at 09:00. To see the times for all buses from Yuma to San Diego, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 3 scheduled buses that travel from Yuma to San Diego every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 2 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 Yuma to San Diego; ticket prices start at €71.62.
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 Yuma?
Main departure station: Carls Jr
Most buses depart from the main station in Yuma.
All bus stations in Yuma:
Carls Jr
Where does the bus arrive in San Diego?
Main arrival station: San Diego International Airport
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in San Diego.
Bus stations in San Diego:
San Diego International Airport
Old Town - 4005 Taylor St
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