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Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Hollywood to San Diego. Traveling by bus from Hollywood to San Diego usually takes around 5 hours and 15 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 117 mi (188 km) |
| Shortest duration | 5h 15m |
| Cheapest price | $13.00 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Hollywood to San Diego?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Hollywood to San Diego. Greyhound is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 1 | 5h 15m | $14.60 |
Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus 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 bus trips from Hollywood to San Diego every day, with the average journey taking around 5 hours and 15 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to San Diego usually start from $13.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 5 hours and 15 minutes to cover the 117 miles from Hollywood to San Diego. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. 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.
There is usually only one bus per day from Hollywood to San Diego. It leaves the station in Hollywood at 9:00am each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
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 Hollywood?
Main departure station: 5951 Hollywood Blvd, Curbside
Most buses depart from the main station in Hollywood.
All bus stations in Hollywood:
5951 Hollywood Blvd, Curbside
Where does the bus arrive in San Diego?
Main arrival station: Bus Terminal - 1313 National Ave
All buses from Hollywood arrive at one main station in San Diego.
All bus stations in San Diego:
Bus Terminal - 1313 National Ave
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