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Is it better to travel by bus or train from San Bernardino to San Diego?
There are usually 2 daily train trips available from San Bernardino to San Diego.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price$38.40 | Avg. Price$43.40 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips26 | Daily Trips2 |
Duration | Duration4h 55m | Duration7h 9m |
Bus from San Bernardino to San Diego: Journey Information
There are 30 intercity buses per day from San Bernardino to San Diego. Traveling by bus from San Bernardino to San Diego usually takes around 4 hours and 56 minutes, but the fastest Las Vegas Shuttles bus can make the trip in 2 hours and 13 minutes.
| Distance | 97 mi (155 km) |
| Shortest duration | 2h 13m |
| Cheapest price | $22.97 |
| Trips per day | 12 |
| Most frequent service | Los Limousines |
| Bus lines | 4 |
How much is a bus ticket from San Bernardino to San Diego?
Bus tickets for a trip from San Bernardino to San Diego cost $33.70 on average. Opting to take a bus is a wallet-friendly way to make this trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Average bus ticket prices from San Bernardino to San Diego by travel date
Over the next four weeks, the average price of bus tickets from San Bernardino to San Diego is expected to be between $35 and $41. The cheapest day to travel in the next month is January 28, 2025, when tickets are available for January 28, 2025. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next week start at just $35.
Prices as travel date approaches
Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. To find the cheapest bus tickets, book your trip at least 21 days in advance. This way, you can save up to $12.64 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.
What bus companies travel from San Bernardino to San Diego?
There are 4 bus lines from San Bernardino to San Diego available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 12 daily trips, Los Limousines usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 7 | 4h 16m | $35.12 |
| Greyhound | 7 | 5h 3m | $38.27 |
| Las Vegas Shuttles | 4 | 2h 40m | $52.73 |
| Los Limousines | 12 | 5h 37m | $39.15 |
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 7 trips per day from San Bernardino to San Diego, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
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 7 bus trips from San Bernardino to San Diego every day, with the average journey taking around 5 hours and 3 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to San Diego usually start from $23.
Book Las Vegas Shuttles from San Bernardino to San Diego from $52. There are 4 trips per day offered by Las Vegas Shuttles from San Bernardino to San Diego and you can expect on average to pay for a Las Vegas Shuttles ticket to San Diego. In San Bernardino, Las Vegas Shuttles departs to San Diego from San Bernardino West 2nd St . In San Diego, Las Vegas Shuttles arrives at San Ysidro Bus Terminal and one other station.
An average trip on Las Vegas Shuttles from San Bernardino to San Diego takes 2 hours and 40 minutes , while the fastest available Las Vegas Shuttles trip will get you to San Diego in 2 hours and 13 minutes .
On weekends, Las Vegas Shuttles offers 4 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to San Diego.
Book Los Limousines from San Bernardino to San Diego from $32. There are 12 trips per day offered by Los Limousines from San Bernardino to San Diego and you can expect on average to pay for a Los Limousines ticket to San Diego. In San Bernardino, Los Limousines departs to San Diego from San Bernardino Bus Station . In San Diego, Los Limousines arrives at Cross Border Xpress CBX and one other station.
An average trip on Los Limousines from San Bernardino to San Diego takes 5 hours and 37 minutes , while the fastest available Los Limousines trip will get you to San Diego in 2 hours and 13 minutes .
On weekends, Los Limousines offers 12 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to San Diego.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from San Bernardino to San Diego
The bus takes an average of 4 hours and 56 minutes to cover the 97 miles from San Bernardino to San Diego. However, the fastest bus only takes 2 hours and 13 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 Bernardino to San Diego 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, Tuesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 1:00am and the last bus leaves at 10:00pm. To see the times for all buses from San Bernardino to San Diego, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 30 scheduled buses that travel from San Bernardino to San Diego every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 12 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 Bernardino to San Diego; ticket prices start at $43.00.
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.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in San Bernardino?
Main departure station: San Bernardino Bus Station
Buses to San Diego leave from 4 stations in San Bernardino.
All bus stations in San Bernardino:
San Bernardino Bus Station
559 W Rialto Ave (b/w F St and E St)
San Bernardino Bus Station
San Bernardino West 2nd St
Where does the bus arrive in San Diego?
Main arrival station: San Ysidro Bus Terminal
Buses arrive in San Diego at 8 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 Ysidro Transit Center
La Jolla - UC San Diego
2728 Congress St (Old Town SD)
San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop
4055 University Ave
789 W Harbor Dr - Seaport Village
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