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Downey to San Diego Bus Schedule
Bus from Downey to San Diego: Journey Information
There are 46 intercity buses per day from Downey to San Diego. Traveling by bus from Downey to San Diego usually takes around 2 hours and 8 minutes, but the fastest Futura Net bus can make the trip in just one hour and 35 minutes.
| Distance | 102 mi (163 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 35m |
| Cheapest price | $37.00 |
| Trips per day | 46 |
| Most frequent service | Futura Net |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Downey to San Diego?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Downey to San Diego. Futura Net 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Futura Net | 46 | 2h 9m | $44.59 |
Book Futura Net from Downey to San Diego from $37. There are 46 trips per day offered by Futura Net from Downey to San Diego and you can expect on average to pay for a Futura Net ticket to San Diego. In Downey, Futura Net departs to San Diego from Downey Lakewood Blvd and one other station. In San Diego, Futura Net arrives at San Ysidro Bus Terminal and 2 other stations.
An average trip on Futura Net from Downey to San Diego takes 2 hours and 9 minutes , while the fastest available Futura Net trip will get you to San Diego in 1 hours and 35 minutes .
On weekends, Futura Net offers 47 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to San Diego.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Downey to San Diego
The bus takes an average of 2 hours and 8 minutes to cover the 102 miles from Downey to San Diego. However, the fastest bus only takes an hour and 35 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.
Tuesday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Tuesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Monday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your bus travel for the beginning of the week.
The first bus leaves at 5:00am and the last bus leaves at 8:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Downey to San Diego, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
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 Downey?
Main departure station: 8140 Telegraph Rd
Downey has two bus stations with service to San Diego.
All bus stations in Downey:
8140 Telegraph Rd
Downey Lakewood Blvd
Where does the bus arrive in San Diego?
Main arrival station: San Ysidro Bus Terminal
Buses arrive in San Diego at 3 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.
All bus stations in San Diego:
San Ysidro Bus Terminal
Cross Border Xpress CBX
San Diego University Ave
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