Cheap bus tickets from San Diego to Ontario
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Bus from San Diego to Ontario: Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from San Diego to Ontario. Traveling by bus from San Diego to Ontario usually takes around 3 hours and 30 minutes, but the fastest Tufesa Internacional bus can make the trip in 3 hours and 15 minutes.
| Distance | 97 mi (157 km) |
| Shortest duration | 3h 15m |
| Cheapest price | $46.00 |
| Trips per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | Tufesa Internacional |
| Bus lines | 1 |
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San Diego to Ontario Bus Schedule
There are several bus options that can take you from San Diego to Ontario:
See more detailsHow much is a bus ticket from San Diego to Ontario?
Bus tickets for a trip from San Diego to Ontario cost $46.00 on average. Tickets cheaper than $46.00 are an excellent bargain. 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 Diego to Ontario by travel date
If you're planning to travel by bus from San Diego to Ontario in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from $46 to $46. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on August 26, 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Ontario this week, bus tickets are available starting at $46.
Average bus ticket prices from San Diego to Ontario by month
Taking the bus from San Diego to Ontario is usually cheapest in April, when the average ticket price is only $38. If you're planning to take the bus from San Diego to Ontario during March, keep in mind that bus ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of $47. However, booking your trip in advance can help you score a ticket at a better price.
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. Booking in advance, even by a couple of days, is the best way to find cheaper bus tickets.
What bus companies travel from San Diego to Ontario?
There are multiple buses that travel from San Diego to Ontario, including Tufesa Internacional. Here is what you should know about the 1 most popular bus lines:
| BUS | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tufesa Internacional | 2 | 3h 30m | $46.00 |
Book Tufesa Internacional from San Diego to Ontario from $46. There are 2 trips per day offered by Tufesa Internacional from San Diego to Ontario and you can expect on average to pay $46 for a Tufesa Internacional ticket to Ontario. In San Diego, Tufesa Internacional departs to Ontario from San Ysidro Bus Terminal. In Ontario, Tufesa Internacional arrives at Ontario Shell - Hydrogen Truck Fuel Station Bus Stop.
An average trip on Tufesa Internacional from San Diego to Ontario takes 3 hours and 30 minutes, while the fastest available Tufesa Internacional trip will get you to Ontario in 3 hours and 15 minutes.
On weekends, Tufesa Internacional offers 2 trips per day. A one way ticket costs $46 for a weekend trip to Ontario.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from San Diego to Ontario
Bus tickets for a trip from San Diego to Ontario cost $46.00 on average. Tickets cheaper than $46.00 are an excellent bargain. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
There are usually only 2 buses per day from San Diego to Ontario. Both of these are direct buses, meaning that you do not have to worry about transferring buses at any point during your trip. Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from San Diego to Ontario; ticket prices start at $52.
TRIPS PER DAY
2
DIRECT TRIPS
2
The bus takes an average of 3 hours and 30 minutes to cover the 97 miles from San Diego to Ontario. However, the fastest bus only takes 3 hours and 15 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.
DISTANCE (MI)
97
DISTANCE (KM)
157
The first bus leaves at 6:30am and the last bus leaves at 11:30am. To see the times for all buses from San Diego to Ontario, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
EARLIEST BUS
6:30am
LATEST BUS
11:30am
Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from San Diego to Ontario 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, Sunday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded buses to Ontario, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
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 Diego?
Main departure station: San Ysidro Bus Terminal
Most buses depart from the main station in San Diego.
All bus stations in San Diego:
- San Ysidro Bus Terminal
Where does the bus arrive in Ontario?
Main arrival station: Ontario Shell - Hydrogen Truck Fuel Station Bus Stop
All buses from San Diego arrive at one main station in Ontario.
All bus stations in Ontario:
- Ontario Shell - Hydrogen Truck Fuel Station Bus Stop
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