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Journey Information

There are 150 intercity buses per day from San Diego to Los Angeles. Traveling by bus from San Diego to Los Angeles usually takes around 4 hours and 24 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus US bus can make the trip in 2 hours and 5 minutes.

Distance111 mi (179 km)
Shortest duration2h 5m
Cheapest priceUS$17.48
Trips per day102
Most frequent serviceFlixBus US
Bus lines5

Bus Trip Reviews from Wanderu Customers

Overall score for buses from San Diego to Los Angeles

(Based on 11 ratings and reviews)

4.7

5.0

April

16 March 2024- Solo travel

FlixBus US

Smooth, seamless, on time, economical, and comfortable

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 :-).

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

A trip from San Diego to Los Angeles via bus will cost US$26.95 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 US$26 to US$35. If you are looking to travel to Los Angeles within the next week, you can find bus tickets starting from US$28. The cheapest bus tickets in the next month are US$26 and can be found on 1 May 2024.

Monthly average prices

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In the coming four weeks, bus tickets will cost around US$26 to US$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 US$26.95. 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 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 27 days in advance. By doing so, you can expect to save US$17.16 on your bus ticket compared to booking at the last minute.

What bus 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 74 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:

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Autobuses Monarca24h 53mUS$58.34
FlixBus US743h 49mUS$33.53
Greyhound264h 46mUS$33.88
Los Limousines465h 54mUS$38.99
Tufesa Internacional33h 13mUS$43.40

  • Book Autobuses Monarca from San Diego to Los Angeles from US$57. There are 2 trips per day offered by Autobuses Monarca 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 . In Los Angeles, Autobuses Monarca arrives at 1716 7th Street and one 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 5 minutes .

    On weekends, Autobuses Monarca offers 2 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip 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 74 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 26 bus trips from San Diego to Los Angeles every day, with the average journey taking around 4 hours and 46 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Los Angeles usually start from US$17.

  • Book Los Limousines from San Diego to Los Angeles from US$36. There are 46 trips per day offered by Los Limousines 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 Cross Border Xpress CBX and one 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 5 hours and 54 minutes , while the fastest available Los Limousines trip will get you to Los Angeles in 2 hours and 5 minutes .

    On weekends, Los Limousines offers 47 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip 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 3 from San Diego to Los Angeles, with prices starting from US$38. 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 bus takes an average of 4 hours and 24 minutes to cover the 179 kilometers from San Diego to Los Angeles. However, the fastest bus only takes 2 hours and 5 minutes. In other words, you'll have plenty of time to rest and relax on the road. 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.

Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from San Diego to Los Angeles for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, 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 bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go.

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

There are 150 scheduled buses that travel from San Diego to Los Angeles every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 102 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 Los Angeles; ticket prices start at US$22.00.

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.

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 bus leave from in San Diego?

Main departure station: San Ysidro Transit Center

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

All bus stations in San Diego:

  • San Ysidro Transit Center

  • 2728 Congress St (Old Town SD)

  • Cross Border Xpress CBX

  • San Ysidro Bus Terminal

  • La Jolla - UC San Diego

  • San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop

  • 789 W Harbor Dr - Seaport Village

  • San Ysidro CA

  • SDSU - 5716 Hardy Ave

  • Balboa Park - Presidents Way

Where does the bus arrive in Los Angeles?

Main arrival station: Downtown - Vignes Lot

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

Bus stations in Los Angeles:

  • Downtown - Vignes Lot

  • North Hollywood Bus Station

  • E Olympic Blvd & S Augusta Ave Bus Stop

  • 800 N Alameda St

  • Los Angeles Bus Station

  • San Fernando Bus Station

  • 592 Gayley Ave

  • West LA - Expo/Sepulveda

  • 10413 Laurel Canyon Blvd Pacoima

  • 611 Maple Ave

  • USC - 3492 S Hope St

  • 1716 7th Street

  • 1234 Laurel Canyon Blvd

  • Los Angeles Un Station Arrival

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