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Cheap bus tickets from San Diego to Los Angeles
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Bus from San Diego to Los Angeles: Journey Information
There are 139 intercity buses per day from San Diego to Los Angeles. Traveling by bus from San Diego to Los Angeles usually takes around 5 hours and 8 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus US bus can make the trip in just one hour and 55 minutes.
- Distance
- 111 mi (179 km)
- Shortest duration
- 1h 55m
- Cheapest price
- NOK 218.31
- Trips per day
- 130
- Most frequent service
- ExpressOne Shuttles
- Bus lines
- 6
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San Diego to Los Angeles Bus Schedule
Is it better to travel by bus or train from San Diego to Los Angeles?
There are usually 13 daily train trips available from San Diego to Los Angeles.
Bus | Train | |
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Avg. Price | Avg. PriceNOK 374.87 | Avg. PriceNOK 352.26Cheaper |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips139 | Daily Trips13 |
Duration | Duration5h 8m | Duration3h 20mFaster |
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San Diego to Los Angeles Route Map
There are several bus options that can take you from San Diego to Los Angeles:
- ExpressOne Shuttles: 59 daily buses from NOK 361
- FlixBus US: 31 daily buses from NOK 218
- Futura Net: 21 daily buses from NOK 371
- Greyhound: 13 daily buses from NOK 218
- reLAXsan: 11 daily buses from NOK 646
- Tufesa Internacional: 5 daily buses from NOK 361
How much is a bus ticket from San Diego to Los Angeles?
A trip from San Diego to Los Angeles via bus will cost NOK 352.26 on average. Choosing to go by bus 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 bus ticket prices from San Diego to Los Angeles by travel date
August offers the lowest average price for bus tickets from San Diego to Los Angeles at around NOK 361 per ticket. Conversely, traveling in May is pricier as average bus ticket prices increase to NOK 409. Want in on our little secret? Booking in advance can help you score better ticket prices.
Average bus ticket prices from San Diego to Los Angeles by month
In the coming four weeks, bus tickets will cost around NOK 361 to NOK 409 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 NOK 352.26. 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
Planning ahead is your ticket to saving money on bus tickets! You can avoid price hikes by booking your tickets early as your travel date nears. Secure your seats at least 24 days in advance and save an additional NOK 50.16 or more compared to last-minute bookings.
What bus companies travel from San Diego to Los Angeles?
There are 6 bus lines from San Diego to Los Angeles available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 59 daily trips, ExpressOne Shuttles 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| ExpressOne Shuttles | 59 | 6h 57m | NOK 361.00 |
| FlixBus US | 31 | 3h 45m | NOK 323.01 |
| Futura Net | 21 | 2h 51m | NOK 440.00 |
| Greyhound | 13 | 4h 42m | NOK 385.33 |
| reLAXsan | 11 | 2h 25m | NOK 646.00 |
| Tufesa Internacional | 5 | 3h 23m | NOK 398.59 |
Book ExpressOne Shuttles from San Diego to Los Angeles from NOK 361.00. There are 59 trips per day offered by ExpressOne Shuttles from San Diego to Los Angeles and you can expect on average to pay NOK 361.00 for a ExpressOne Shuttles ticket to Los Angeles. In San Diego, ExpressOne Shuttles departs to Los Angeles from San Diego Broadway and one other station. In Los Angeles, ExpressOne Shuttles arrives at Los Angeles Main St and one other station.
An average trip on ExpressOne Shuttles from San Diego to Los Angeles takes 6 hours and 57 minutes, while the fastest available ExpressOne Shuttles trip will get you to Los Angeles in 6 hours and 30 minutes.
On weekends, ExpressOne Shuttles offers 60 trips per day. A one way ticket costs NOK 361.00 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 31 trips per day from San Diego to Los Angeles, and the average ticket for this route costs only NOK 323.01.
Book Futura Net from San Diego to Los Angeles from NOK 370.50. There are 21 trips per day offered by Futura Net from San Diego to Los Angeles and you can expect on average to pay NOK 440.00 for a Futura Net ticket to Los Angeles. In San Diego, Futura Net departs to Los Angeles from San Ysidro Bus Terminal and 2 other stations. In Los Angeles, Futura Net arrives at Los Angeles East 7th St.
An average trip on Futura Net from San Diego to Los Angeles takes 2 hours and 51 minutes, while the fastest available Futura Net trip will get you to Los Angeles in 2 hours and 31 minutes.
On weekends, Futura Net offers 21 trips per day. A one way ticket costs NOK 370.50 for a weekend trip to Los Angeles.
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 13 bus trips from San Diego to Los Angeles every day, with the average journey taking around 4 hours and 42 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Los Angeles usually start from NOK 218.31.
Book reLAXsan from San Diego to Los Angeles from NOK 646.00. There are 11 trips per day offered by reLAXsan from San Diego to Los Angeles and you can expect on average to pay NOK 646.00 for a reLAXsan ticket to Los Angeles. In San Diego, reLAXsan departs to Los Angeles from Sorrento Vly - Del Mar and one other station. In Los Angeles, reLAXsan arrives at Los Angeles Intl Airport (LAX).
An average trip on reLAXsan from San Diego to Los Angeles takes 2 hours and 25 minutes, while the fastest available reLAXsan trip will get you to Los Angeles in 2 hours and 5 minutes.
On weekends, reLAXsan offers 13 trips per day. A one way ticket costs NOK 646.00 for a weekend trip to Los Angeles.
Book Tufesa Internacional from San Diego to Los Angeles from NOK 361.00. There are 5 trips per day offered by Tufesa Internacional from San Diego to Los Angeles and you can expect on average to pay NOK 398.59 for a Tufesa Internacional ticket to Los Angeles. In San Diego, Tufesa Internacional departs to Los Angeles from San Ysidro Bus Terminal. In Los Angeles, Tufesa Internacional arrives at 611-613 Maple Ave and one other station.
An average trip on Tufesa Internacional from San Diego to Los Angeles takes 3 hours and 23 minutes, while the fastest available Tufesa Internacional trip will get you to Los Angeles in 3 hours and 0 minutes.
On weekends, Tufesa Internacional offers 5 trips per day. A one way ticket costs NOK 361.00 for a weekend trip to Los Angeles.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from San Diego to Los Angeles
If you don’t mind a slightly longer journey, traveling by bus from San Diego to LA offers an affordable option. Although a one-way flight from San Diego to Los Angeles will take an hour, you must reach the airport at least 90 minutes to 2 hours before your flight. This additional time increases your total travel to at least 2 hours 30 minutes. Moreover, you can expect to pay an average cost of $150, which may or may not include luggage. Not to mention the extra carbon emmissions. Opting for a drive from San Diego to Los Angeles will take at least 2 hours and 30 minutes, if you happen to avoid LA's famous traffic nightmare. Plus, it'll end up costing you more money to pay for gas and tolls on California State Route 73. With bus tickets costing as little as NOK 361 per ticket and a traveling time of 3 to 4 hours, taking the bus from San Diego to Los Angeles makes an excellent option for travelers who aren’t in a rush!
Greyhound and Tufesa Internacional are bus providers for this route. Greyhound operates on a first-come, first-serve basis. It’s advisable to arrive 20 minutes early to make sure you can secure a favorable seat. If you prefer a hassle-free seating arrangement, Tufesa Internacional assigns seats upon purchase. You cannot choose your seats, but a specific seat will be reserved for you.
There are 139 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 130 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 NOK 333.
Trips per day
139
Direct trips
130
The usual travel duration from San Diego to Los Angeles by bus is around 4 hours, but the quickest bus gets you there in only 2 hours and 15 minutes. This provides a fantastic opportunity to kick back and relax during your journey. Please note arrival times may fluctuate based on traffic conditions.
Distance (mi)
111
Distance (km)
179
For the San Diego to Los Angeles route, the earliest bus departs at 5 am, while the last bus leaves at 8 pm. Be sure to search for your travel dates to access all bus timings, as schedules are subject to change.
Earliest bus
4:55am
Latest bus
10:55pm
The buses are usually crowded on Friday as travelers travel to Los Angeles for the weekend. With this day being popular with travelers, tickets may sell out, and it is best that you book your tickets well in advance. If you have more flexibility Tuesday is typically a better day to travel as there is a lesser crowd. You’ll have more elbow room and likely a cheaper ticket!
Most crowded
Friday
Least crowded
Saturday
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 Diego Broadway
Buses to Los Angeles leave from 11 stations in San Diego.
All bus stations in San Diego:
- San Diego Broadway
- San Ysidro Department of Homeland Security
- San Ysidro Transit Center
- 2728 Congress St (Old Town SD)
- San Ysidro Bus Terminal
- La Jolla - UC San Diego
- San Diego University Ave
- Cross Border Xpress CBX
- San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop
- 789 W Harbor Dr - Seaport Village
- Sorrento Vly - Del Mar
Where does the bus arrive in Los Angeles?
Main arrival station: Los Angeles Main St
Buses arrive in Los Angeles at 12 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.
All bus stations in Los Angeles:
- Los Angeles Main St
- Los Angeles Santa Ana Fwy
- Los Angeles East 7th St
- 800 N Alameda St
- Los Angeles Intl Airport (LAX)
- Downtown - Vignes Lot
- North Hollywood Bus Station
- San Fernando Bus Station
- West LA - Expo/Sepulveda
- 592 Gayley Ave
- 611-613 Maple Ave
- 10413 Laurel Canyon Blvd Pacoima
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