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Journey Information
There are 32 intercity buses per day from San Diego to Orange. Traveling by bus from San Diego to Orange usually takes around one hour and 47 minutes, but the fastest Calimex bus can make the trip in just one hour and 35 minutes.
| Distance | 84 mi (135 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 35m |
| Cheapest price | $39.85 |
| Trips per day | 32 |
| Most frequent service | Calimex |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from San Diego to Orange?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from San Diego to Orange. Calimex 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calimex | 32 | 1h 47m | $40.13 |
Book Calimex from San Diego to Orange from $40. There are 32 trips per day offered by Calimex from San Diego to Orange and you can expect on average to pay for a Calimex ticket to Orange. In San Diego, Calimex departs to Orange from 2705 via De La Valle and 7 other stations. In Orange, Calimex arrives at 3070 W Chapman Ave .
An average trip on Calimex from San Diego to Orange takes 1 hours and 47 minutes , while the fastest available Calimex trip will get you to Orange in 1 hours and 35 minutes .
On weekends, Calimex offers 32 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Orange.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of one hour and 47 minutes to cover the 84 miles from San Diego to Orange. However, the fastest bus only takes an hour and 35 minutes. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short bus 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.
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, Sunday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded buses to Orange, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
The first bus leaves at 8:00am and the last bus leaves at 8:00pm. To see the times for all buses from San Diego to Orange, 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 San Diego?
Main departure station: 3233 La Jolla Village Dr
Buses to Orange leave from 8 stations in San Diego.
All bus stations in San Diego:
3233 La Jolla Village Dr
3060 Carmel Valley Rd
7070 Clairemont Mesa Blvd
Denny's
3154 El Cajon Blvd
2705 via De La Valle
13835 Mango Drive
8668 Celestine Ave
Where does the bus arrive in Orange?
Main arrival station: 3070 W Chapman Ave
All buses from San Diego arrive at one main station in Orange.
All bus stations in Orange:
3070 W Chapman Ave
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